Electrical Engineer - Battery Storage

Location Texas
Discipline: Renewable Energy
Job type: Permanent
Published: 9 days ago

​Electrical Engineer – (Battery Energy Storage Systems)

📍 Location: Texas, USA (Hybrid/Field-Based depending on project phase)
📁 Sector: Renewable Energy | Utility-Scale BESS | EPC & Owner’s Rep
🕒 Contract Type: Full-time | Long-Term Contract or Direct Hire
💼 Employment Type: Through Petrogate – Global Technical Recruitment Partner

Overview

Petrogate is working with a leading renewable energy developer and EPC to hire a highly skilled Electrical Engineer with BESS expertise for utility-scale energy storage projects across Texas and the wider U.S. market. This role offers a chance to play a critical part in the design, grid integration, and commissioning of high-impact battery projects accelerating the energy transition.

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Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and review electrical design packages for utility-scale BESS projects including AC/DC schematics, protection coordination, and grounding systems.

  • Support the specification and integration of PCS, transformers, switchgear, EMS, and SCADA components.

  • Ensure designs meet ERCOT interconnection standards, NEC/IEEE codes, and client-specific requirements.

  • Provide technical oversight during equipment procurement, FATs, installation, and commissioning.

  • Coordinate with internal project teams, OEMs, and utilities for grid-tied infrastructure.

  • Conduct and review power system studies (short circuit, arc flash, load flow) using tools like ETAP, DigSilent, SKM, or similar.

  • Contribute to the development of commissioning procedures and participate in field testing when required.

  • Maintain documentation, QA/QC records, and ensure compliance with NESC, NFPA 70E, and applicable codes.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (EIT or PE license preferred).

  • 5+ years of electrical engineering experience, with 2+ years specific to BESS or renewable energy infrastructure.

  • Deep understanding of lithium-ion BESS architecture, grid interconnection, and control systems.

  • Hands-on experience with BESS component sizing, inverter behavior, grounding design, and system modeling.

  • Familiar with utility and ISO requirements in Texas (e.g., ERCOT, Oncor, CenterPoint).

  • Strong communication and project coordination skills in cross-functional teams.