Senior Engineer – Energy Storage - US

JOB DETAILS

Senior Engineer – Energy Storage 

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A competitive remuneration package is available, based on quality and range of experience. 

ABOUT ZENOBE

Our mission is to make clean power accessible, to accelerate the shift to zero-carbon power and transport around the world. We are passionate about making a positive impact on communities and the environment where we work.

We’re designing, financing, building and operating the world’s most sophisticated battery systems to enable the take up of more renewable power, electrifying fleets for cleaner air, and providing clean, portable power including repurposed electric vehicle batteries. Our proprietary software and data analysis optimises operational performance for our customers to reduce emissions and costs.

Since we began in 2017, we’ve raised over £2 billion in debt and equity funding and transformed it into >1GW of grid-connected batteries live or under contract and c.2,000 electric vehicles supported. We have operations in the UK, Australia, New Zealand and Benelux, the USA and a global headquarters in London.

We’re the leading owner and operator of battery storage in the UK, supporting the National Grid with the uptake of renewable power. We also work with c.90% of the UK's major bus companies, powering 25% of the UK e-bus market. We’re also the number one owner and operator of e-buses in Australia and New Zealand, and are quickly expanding into light commercial vehicles and trucks. Our rapidly growing company is looking for highly talented and motivated people to join us.

THE OPPORTUNITY

We are looking to recruit a Senior Engineer – Energy Storage who can bring an excellent understanding and proven record in the design of energy storage systems and their interconnections to ISO transmission systems (NYISO, PJM, ISO-NE, MISO).

The ideal candidate will have an excellent understanding of the design and function of the main assets that comprise a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), its associated grid connection requirements, and the civil design associated with delivering one through commercial operation. However, experience with other technology types (e.g. solar or wind) is also beneficial.

The candidate will have an excellent understanding of the main assets that make up a transmission connected energy storage project, how the electrical parameters of these assets are specified, how these projects are laid out taking into account major civil and environmental factors, and can review supplier design proposals, factory acceptance test results, and commissioning results to ensure Zenobe’s requirements have been met. Knowledge of BESS assets is beneficial.

The candidate will work with Zenobe’s Business Development, Project Development, Engineering, Procurement, and Project Delivery teams to identify, refine, and implement consistent technical requirements that maximise the efficiency of our project and processes.

It will be a requirement to hit the ground running and to be comfortable operating at a rapid pace at times with levels of ambiguity and the pressure of deadlines.

A BIT ABOUT THE DAY TO DAY

• Support grid scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) projects from developing conceptual layouts and one-line diagrams to supporting the detailed design through the completion of Issue For Construction design packages
• Support all early-stage project design and engineering feasibility assessments, working closely with external team members to support siting, permitting and engineering aspects for new development projects.
• Conduct all initial electrical and civil design activities at the project development stage in support of land acquisition efforts, interconnection applications, and procurement activities.
• Prepare interconnection applications within ISO requirements for both physical and electrical specifications.
• Assist with the technical preparation of permitting packages to local AHJs.
• Support Zenobe’s Project Development and Delivery teams in coordination of 3rd party engineering support on the project including technical advisors and consultants.
• Accountable for the review of detailed electrical and civil design information from external contractors and consultants, including challenging, where appropriate, contractor design and engineering deliverables to ensure Employer’s Requirements have been met.
• Supporting the production of technical procurement documentation for the balance of plant, transformer, BESS, grid studies, and control system RFPs and contracts.
• Provide support to Zenobe’s Project Delivery and Construction teams during project delivery and commissioning.
• Reviewing and responding to technical queries as required.
• Perform engineering tasks and implement engineering best practices.

Health and Safety

• Actively contribute to Zenobe's commitment to health and safety, wellbeing and sustainability by; integrating these principles into daily responsibilities, ensuring a safe and supportive work environment, promoting both the physical and mental health of self and colleagues, and adopting sustainable and energy-efficient practices to minimize environmental impact. By doing so, each employee at Zenobe plays a vital role in fostering a culture that prioritises overall safety, holistic wellbeing, environmental sustainability in our business operations.

YOUR EXPERIENCE

Essential skills:

• Proven experience working on energy storage or renewable energy projects.
• Experience working with ISOs on the development and delivery of interconnection projects.
• Experience of HV / LV network design and analysis.
• Experience in civil design development and review.
• Understanding of design requirements for low to high-voltage electrical equipment in the context of an energy storage installation (interference between equipment, blast and fire safety, general access and egress for installation and ongoing O&M, etc.)
• Fluent in CAD including production of 2D engineering drawings.
• Fluent in Microsoft office applications including Powerpoint, Excel, and Word.

Essential competencies:

• High quality education (bachelor’s or master’s degree) in electrical engineering
• A genuine passion in clean energy and our social and environmental mission
• Solid work experience (minimum 3-5 years) in transmission connection design and development
• Working knowledge of Project Management and Project Engineering principles.
• Familiarity of electrical construction techniques, installation practices and plant start-up, commissioning, and SCADA control requirements
• Working knowledge of code including NEC, NESC, NFPA, IEEE substation design guides
• Strong technical skills – comfortable with industry standards, calculations, and specifications
• Excellent communication skills, capable of presenting technical results and implications
• Strong organisation skills, team player and good attention to detail
• Knowledge of the US energy landscape
• Results oriented who is not afraid to take responsibility and accountability
• Desire to work in a fast moving, high pressure and entrepreneurial environment

Desirable competencies:

• Previous working experience with BESS systems greater than 20MW
• Having achieved or working toward Professional Engineer status
• Experience with relevant design calculations and studies, e.g. power flow, grounding, and fault level
• Experience working for or with EPC contractors
• Experience working on transmission connected projects at voltage levels of 69kV and above.

For Ilinois / NYC Compensation Description (annually):

Please note that the base salary range is a guideline, and individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies, and work location.

Base pay is one part of the total package that is provided to compensate and recognise employees for their work and any role at Zenobē, regardless of the location, is eligible for additional discretionary bonuses.

Base salary per annum:

USD$145,000 - USD$165,000

OUR BENEFITS

We have an open, honest and trusting culture here at Zenobe. Apart from the unparallel opportunity to be at the forefront of the Net Zero revolution we are proud of the culture we have built. Here is what we can offer when you join the Zenobe community;

• At Zenobe we all work hard and go the extra mile so it’s important to rest and regenerate with 20 days holiday which increases after 5 years’ service
• 401k Scheme – Up to 4% matching
• Excellent opportunities for personal growth and responsibility plus a training budget
• Up to 33% performance related bonus
• Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• Refer a friend bonus scheme
• Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits

OUR APPROACH TO DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

Zenobe is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which is as representative as possible of our society. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership pregnancy /maternity, race, nationality, religion or belief, gender, political beliefs and sexual orientation. Our culture values meritocracy, openness, fairness, and transparency.