Energy Storage Project Engineer at Kforce Inc in Juno Beach, Florida

Job Description:

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Kforce has a client in Juno Beach, FL that is seeking an Energy Storage Project Engineer.

Summary:
The Utility Scale Energy Storage team is looking for an innovative and dynamic Project Engineer who is passionate about renewable energy. In this position you will be heavily involved with battery augmentation projects from design to execution, to include exposure to cross functional teams across the organization. This person will have the critical responsibility of planning, designing, and executing multiple energy storage projects. This involves exploration of subject area, definition of scope, engineering oversight and consulting across cross functional teams to deliver a best-in-class product.

The Energy Storage Project Engineer will be part of a growing team of experts who not only provide excellent data-driven inputs and analysis but are also customer service oriented with internal and external stakeholders. The Energy Storage Project Engineer will use utilize data from various internal and external sources to perform technical due diligence and propose storage & hybrid solutions to support our customers' evolving needs. As a support function, this person will work collaboratively across the organization to support design and commissioning.

Responsibilities:

• Performs detailed design engineering of major components for large scale energy storage augmentation projects


• Supports projects from conception through execution, working closely with early-stage and project managers


• Influences project teams in the engineering aspects of the technical work, including close collaboration with and oversight of external Engineers of Record


• Design and/or operation of large-scale power generation or processing plants involving adherence to regulatory requirements while maximizing the performance and reliability of technically complex systems

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical/Mechanical engineering or related field from an ABET accredited program


• 7+ years of proven engineering experience


• Strong problem solvers, blending creative and analytical skills to solve complex integration of batteries of differing technologies to existing sites


• Acute attention to detail with proven abilities to identify and apply lessons learned, implement process countermeasures, create tools and standardize work practices to maximize the performance and functionality of battery energy storage systems


• Strong knowledge of technologies in energy storage including varying battery chemistries, power conversion units and DC/DC converters


• Lithium ion battery storage safety: familiarity with UL1973, UL9540, UL9540A, NFPA 855, NFPA 70E, NEC, applicable IFC/IBC sections


• Shows maturity of technical expertise and assumes responsibility for highly specialized technical objectives


• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of effectively conveying technical and non-technical concepts to diverse audiences

SME in substation or utility scale energy storage design and/or project management, with established expertise in one or more of the following areas:

• Power electronics


• Battery storage system design


• Substation design


• Generation tie design

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless
and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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