What are the responsibilities and job description for the Battery Energy Storage System Engineer position at Storm4?
Overview: At Storm4, we are seeking a highly skilled Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Application Engineer to join our team. As a key member of our technical scope delivery team, you will be responsible for overseeing the development of BESS proposals that meet the energy needs of our customers.
Key Responsibilities:
- Engage with potential customers to promote BESS solutions that meet their energy needs and profile requirements.
- Manage customer relationships proactively and reactively, resolving concerns and ensuring satisfaction through exceptional communication and problem-solving skills.
- Provide documentation and feedback on BESS solutions to assist customers throughout the interconnection and permitting processes.
- Evaluate proposed solutions to ensure adherence to applicable industry standards and electrical engineering design principles, including UL, CSA, IEEE, NFPA codes.
Meetings with Authorities Having Jurisdiction will be required to address open plan check comments, including structural, electrical, and fire-related feedback. The BESS commissioning process will also be managed to ensure seamless operation and customer satisfaction. Additionally, you will advise on the role of inverters and power control system technologies within BESS applications, collaborate with sales and marketing teams to tailor offerings based on customer needs and market demands, and mentor less experienced staff and provide technical support and guidance to team members.
Requirements:
- A 4-year college degree is preferred, but relevant experience can be considered in lieu of formal education.
- A minimum of 5 years of relevant technical experience or applications engineering experience with photovoltaics and battery energy storage systems, preferably with OEM experience.
- Deep understanding of renewables and battery storage systems, including microgrid design, control schema for different use cases such as stand-alone storage, PV storage, microgrids with multiple generation forms, and load control.
- Solid knowledge of single-line drawings and equipment specifications.
- Expertise in codes and standards related to battery-based energy storage systems, including UL9540, UL1741, UL9540A, NFPA 70 (NEC), NFPA 855, International Building Code (IBC), California Title 24, and California Rule 21.
- Ability to travel to locations in North America as required.
- Prior experience in developing BESS proposals.
- Customer-focused, collaborative team member who can adapt to a rapidly changing market.
