Overview
Senior Project Engineer – Battery Energy Storage — Location: Georgia ; Employment Type: Full-Time . Our client, a premier renewable energy EPC, is looking for an experienced Senior Project Engineer to lead BESS projects in Georgia. This role will involve working closely with Southern Company/Georgia Power and local AHJs to deliver technically excellent, compliant, and cost-effective projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead all engineering phases of BESS projects, from concept to commercial operation.
- Manage interconnection design and compliance with Georgia Power and Southern Company standards.
- Provide technical leadership to internal teams and contractors.
- Conduct technical reviews, approve engineering deliverables, and enforce QA/QC protocols.
- Engage with permitting agencies to secure project approvals.
- Mentor junior engineers to build organizational technical capacity.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering (Master’s preferred).
- 7+ years of engineering experience, with at least 5 years in utility-scale BESS, solar+storage, or high-voltage systems.
- PE license in Georgia or ability to obtain.
- Experience with ISO/RTO interconnection processes (MISO, PJM).
- Willingness to travel throughout Georgia and the Southeast.
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with NFPA 855, UL 9540, and Georgia-specific electrical codes.
- Successful delivery of projects exceeding 100 MWh.
Job Details
- Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
- Employment type: Full-time
- Job function: Engineering and Project Management
- Industries: Services for Renewable Energy and Semiconductor Manufacturing