Electrical Engineer III - BESS

RRC is seeking a talented Electrical Engineer III - BESS to help us build the future of both U.S. and Canada energy production from both remote work locations and any one of our U.S. or Canadian office locations. RRC is a multi-disciplinary engineering firm that specializes in energy projects, particularly renewable energy, throughout the United States. Founded in 2007, RRC provides a culture where employees are valued while contributing to meaningful projects. This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of the evolving energy production landscape.

RRC CORE VALUES
Must understand and personify RRC’s core values:

• Client Satisfaction – understands the goal of always exceeding our client’s expectations
• Employee Happiness – able to work well with others, communicate clearly with coworkers, promote a positive work environment, and mediate conflicts between team members
• Quality Work - able to take ownership, work independently, prioritize workload, and deliver quality results on time while working on multiple projects simultaneously
• Above and Beyond - versatile, flexible, able to anticipate the needs of the company, take the initiative, and willing to go out of your way to assist others

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the design and development of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), including DC systems, medium voltage infrastructure, switchgear, and distribution systems 
• Perform and oversee system studies, including load flow, short circuit, ampacity, and loss analysis 
• Manage and coordinate engineering tasks across multiple projects, ensuring that projects are within scope, schedule, and budget 
• Serve as a point of contact for clients, interpreting needs and delivering engineering solutions 
• Review and approve manufacturer equipment drawings and technical submittals 
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, QA/QC procedures, and project specifications 
• Perform quality control and quality checking on project deliverables, including drawings and studies
• Identify design risks and implement corrective actions
• Coordinate with project managers, BESS leadership, and multi-disciplinary teams to ensure successful project delivery 
• Contribute to the development and refinement of engineering standards and best practices 
• Work with team on changing trends in technology

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy Engineering, or related field 
• Master’s Degree in Engineering with a renewable energy focus preferred 
• 5+ years of experience in BESS, renewable energy, distribution, or medium voltage power systems 
• Professional Engineer (P. Eng) license or ability to obtain 
• Experience designing medium and low voltage cabling systems 
• Knowledge of switchgear, switchboards, panelboards, breakers, and protection systems 
• Experience with battery container systems, EMS and BMS
• Experience designing inverter / PCS (Power Conversion System) equipment
• Strong familiarity with applicable industry codes and standards (IEEE, NESC, NEC, NFPA) 
• Experience performing system studies using software such as CYME, ETAP, or similar 
• Experience with modeling tools such as HOMER, Energy Toolbase, ESWare, or similar 
• Experience with solar (PV) and wind systems preferred
• Construction or field experience preferred
• Experience with BESS interconnections to transmission, distribution, substations, and renewable generation facilities preferred

BENEFITS

RRC is committed to investing in talented employees because we recognize that healthy, happy employees provide the best path to sustaining a successful business. RRC offers competitive salaries and benefits for full-time employees, including:

• Flexible work hours to accommodate work-life balance.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Bonus eligibility
• Tuition reimbursement for certain pre-approved education pursuits
• RRSP matching (Canada), 401k matching (US)

RRC thanks you for your interest in joining RRC. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
 

Visit our website www.RRCcompanies.com for more information.

No recruiters or staffing firms please.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

RRC Companies is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and assessment process. If you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources or the recruitment contact listed in this posting.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.