Sr. Project Engineer (Electrical EOR)

Sr. Project Engineer (Electrical EOR)

About BoxPower:

BoxPower is on a mission to provide clean, reliable, affordable energy ANYWHERE. BoxPower’s
ecosystem of software and hardware solutions optimize the performance and accelerate the
deployment of microgrids. BoxPower’s hybrid solar microgrids offer immediate savings over line
hardening, upgrades, and maintenance in remote areas. Our fire-safe systems provide a permanent
energy supply to replace traditional utility lines. We work with community groups and public utilities to
ensure everyone has access to safe, clean, reliable energy.

About this role:

BoxPower has an opportunity for an Electrical EOR as a Sr Electrical Engineer with solar/BESS/Generator
Microgrid experience. The ideal candidate has experience leading EPC Energy (Generation/Microgrid)
projects as an electrical EOR. This includes RFP development/review/pricing, leading project engineering
designs, construction administration support and supporting PMs on engineering tasks schedule and
change orders (Experience working with product development teams a plus). The Sr. Project (Electrical)
Engineer on the Project Engineering team at BoxPower is responsible for acting as the Electrical
Engineering Subject Matter Expert (SME) across all projects handled by the Project Engineering team.
The Sr. Project Engineer may also be responsible for technically executing a few microgrid projects from
start to finish. Project sizes range from 10kW to 20MW. Must be capable of visiting project sites for
initial assessment and construction progress reviews, as needed. Examples of projects this role may
work on include utility-owned ‘Remote Grids’, rural community resiliency microgrids, indigenous
electrification projects, EV charging microgrids, and wildfire mitigation projects.

The Sr. Project Engineer will externally coordinate with clients, vendors, and sub-contractors. Internally
will coordinate with Project Management, Product, Sales and O&M departments. This role will also help
the team establish and maintain relationships with strategic partners and vendors. The role supports the
standardization of our design and BOMs.

This role reports to the Director of Engineering. Electrical engineers in the Project Engineering team will
report to this role. The salary range for this role is $130,000-$140,000 depending on experience and
extended responsibilities. This role can be performed remotely or at BoxPower HQ in Grass Valley, CA.
Typically up to two weeks of travel to sites per quarter. Potentially more travel may be required based
on project needs. Remote employees are required to visit Grass Valley HQ at least once a quarter.

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  Responsibilities:
• Will act as Electrical Subject Matter Expert (SME) across all projects including feasibility studies
• Standardize Electrical Engineering Designs and Documentation, including BOMs
• Responsible for technically owning their projects starting from development through design,  construction, testing/commissioning and to project completion. This includes supporting the PM in ensuring project(s) are on budget and schedule.
• Review and determine project technical requirements. Ensure all technical requirements are
  met with buy-in from customer, AHJ, and other internal/external stakeholders. Ensuring
  technical decisions/assumptions/design all have a clear and transparent paper
  trail/calculations.
• Sr. Project Engineer will own all project deliverables for their projects. This may include creating
  your own deliverables or owning deliverables provided by subs. Own comments, submittals, and
  RFIs for projects.
• Supporting construction bids, Sr Project Engineer will coordinate with subs, vendors, clients to
  support bids from subcontractors. This includes creating technical requirements and clarifying
  RFIs for subcontractor bids.
• For completed projects, will provide support for BoxPower’s O&M team from time to time as well.
• Conduct and support other engineers doing site visits including collecting relevant site-specific
  information and confirming construction progress through QA/QC. Additionally, attending
  vendor Factory Acceptance Testing, BoxPower Testing, and site startup/commissioning/closeout
  as needed.
• Support bidding turnkey standard microgrid projects via technical details, design, and
  engineering support to the sales team.
• Create, update, and own all plans including electrical plans, SLD, 3LD, controls (a plus), sequence
  of operations (a plus), cable/conduit schedules, etc.
•  Support field service with commissioning, troubleshooting & servicing energy storage systems
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  Skills and Qualifications:
• BS in Electrical Engineering. MS in Electrical Engineering is a plus.
• Professional Engineer License
• 5+ years of designing and executing microgrid projects up to 10MW. Microgrid includes solar PV,
  Generators, BESS, PV, and other DERs
• Familiarity and experienced with using pertinent codes and standards for Microgrid and BESS
  projects. This may include NEC / CEC, IFC / CFC, NFPA, etc. Ability to review new
  codes/standards and provide an interpretation.
• Understanding of IEEE, ANSI, NEMA, UL codes a plus.
• LV switchboard/switchgear, MV Switchgear and MV interconnection experience is a plus.
• Implementing microgrids with Tesla Megapack 2 XL a plus.
• Experienced with SEL devices a plus (i.e. SEL-735, 700G, 751, 3530,3350...)
• Experienced with construction and testing
• Experienced with controls a plus: architecture, sequence of operations for microgrids
• Ability to specify, identify, and approve equipment.
• Ability to effectively multi-task and manage numerous projects/tasks simultaneously, frequently
  within an aggressive and compressed schedule
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to
  clearly and effectively present complex information to all levels of employees, management,
  and clients
• Proactiveness, team player and willingness to teach and learn from others.
• Mentor junior Engineers.
• Must be proficient in technical drawing review (AutoCAD knowledge is a plus)
• Experience using HOMER and PVSyst (2+ years a plus)
  
  Working at BoxPower:

BoxPower is a dynamic start-up entering its 8th year of operations, located in beautiful Grass Valley,
California. We provide a casual workplace with flexible work options. Our Headquarters office is a dog-
friendly office. Currently, we provide medical, dental, and vision benefits for full-time employees and
unlimited PTO plans. Employees all receive equity options and have the opportunity to contribute to a
Non-Matching 401(k) retirement savings account

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