Join our BESS Electrical Engineer Talent Community Today! (Primoris Renewable Energy)

About the role

POWER THE FUTURE OF CLEAN ENERGY Are you an experienced Electrical Engineer with a background in Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and renewable energy projects? While we're not actively hiring for this role today, we're always looking to connect with top talent for future opportunities. By joining our Talent Community, you'll be the first to know when new roles open, and we'll reach out if your background aligns with upcoming projects. Primoris Renewable Energy, a business within Primoris Services Corporation’s Energy segment, is a leading power generation engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) provider specializing in utility and commercial scale solar power, energy storage, solar repower, and operations and maintenance. Standing at the forefront of energy transformation, we are dedicated to doing the right thing for our customers, people, and planet – shaping a more sustainable future for generations to come.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and development of utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects from concept through construction.
• Develop preliminary electrical designs, site layouts, and system configurations based on sound engineering principles.
• Create and review electrical calculations, single-line diagrams, and technical documentation to support project development and execution.
• Partner with estimating, procurement, project management, and field teams to optimize project designs and improve project outcomes.
• Review utility interconnection documents, facility studies, and power purchase agreements to support project planning and execution.
• Provide technical guidance to AutoCAD designers and engineering teams throughout multiple project phases.
• Support equipment evaluation, database management, and Bill of Materials development for BESS projects.
• Analyze project data and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across engineering, procurement, scheduling, and project controls.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, or equivalent renewable energy industry experience.
• 2+ years of experience in utility-scale BESS, Solar PV design, or the renewable energy industry.
• Strong understanding of energy storage systems, inverters, electrical equipment, and utility-scale renewable energy design principles.
• Experience creating engineered site plans, electrical drawings, and AC/DC single-line diagrams.
• Ability to interpret manufacturer specifications, engineering standards, and installation requirements.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with a commitment to quality and continuous improvement.

Skills

• Proficiency with engineering and design tools such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, ETAP, CYMCAP, PVsyst, SAM, PVSOL, and/or Python.

Benefits

• Paid Company Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA
• Short Term/Long Term Disability
• 401K with matching contribution

Pay

$100,000 - $135,000 (full-time schedule)