BESS Engineer Position Available In Palm Beach, Florida

Job Description Key Responsibilities:

1.

Design and Engineering:

o Lead the technology assessment efforts for utility-scale battery energy storage systems. o Evaluate technical specifications for battery components and systems, and act as leading SME in relation to Nextera Energys BESS OEMs. o Ensure coherent and optimized sizing of the BESS from the point of interconnection, to GSU, Substation, Inverters, all the way to the battery. o Constantly update and upgrade the existing BESS sizing calculator and assess the inputs/outputs to make the sizing calculator more accurate. 2.

Technology Evaluation:

o Work as the lead SME in the team to assess and evaluate new and existing battery technologies and their applicability to utility-scale systems. o Conduct thorough technical evaluations and performance assessments such as degradation, efficiency, available energy, and overall reliability, encompassing battery cells, modules, and system integration. o Create weekly Energy Storage News brief for the management to stay ahead of the market activities. Create quarterly Energy Storage Technologies Update summary for the management based on battery intel database such as Bloomberg, Wood Mac, and CEA. o Stay abreast of industry trends and advancements in energy storage technologies. 3.

System Integration and Loss Management:

o Understand the sizing requirements for both DC (i.e. battery) and AC (i.e. inverter) components and ensure the sizing inputs are taking into account the detrimental factors from the broader energy ecosystem such as PV or wind. o Identify and manage losses in the system to ensure accurate battery sizing and project feasibility. o Implement measures to enhance the efficiency, performance, and costeffectiveness of storage solutions. 4.

Power Purchase Agreements:

o Be hands-on involved with power purchase agreements review to understand unique use case details and requirements for each battery project that can impact the sizing and overbuild. o Size and optimize battery systems accordingly to meet specific project needs and contractual obligations.

Value Engineering and Optimization:

o Conduct value engineering assessments to address bottlenecks and areas of improvement. o Engage in optimization initiatives to harmonize existing systems with cutting-edge technological advancements. 6.

Project Management and Supply Chain Coordination:

o Act as the main POC between the engineering team and the supply chain team for battery technology knowledge sharing. o Collaborate internally with the BESS project managers and project engineers to ensure project-specific constraints are taken into account for the project sizing, and act as main POC for communicating the project sizing with the supply chain team. o Perform due diligence on manufacturing sites, assessing battery cell, module, and container integratio o Make recommendations for pilot projects based on the potential for commercialization and scalability in the United States. o Work closely with FPL and NEER to secure funding for pilot projects and drive innovation in battery storage solutions. n and testing processes. 7.

Pilot Projects and Innovation:

o Perform due diligence on the commercial and technical readiness of various battery chemistries (e.g., lithium-ion, alternative technologies) We are a company committed to creating inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment opportunities without regard to race, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship status, disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources Request Form (https://airtable.com/app21VjYyxLDIX0ez/shrOg4IQS1J6dRiMo) . The EEOC “Know Your Rights” Poster is available here (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) . To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review

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Skills and Requirements Qualifications:

Bachelor’s or Masters degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or a related field. Minimum of 5 years of experience in energy storage design, engineering, and technology evaluation. Extensive knowledge of battery chemistry, electrical systems, power electronics, thermal management, and system integration. Proven ability to manage and optimize system losses to ensure accurate battery sizing. Hands-on experience with power purchase agreements and their unique specifications. Effective communicator with passion and experience in creating interactive power point presentations to present ideas or technology summaries. Strong analytical skills to create interactive Excel Spreadsheets and PowerBi dashboards and partner with the Software Development team to automate the BESS system sizing for projects. Excellent document and folder organizational skills for easy access and retrieval and data base tracking. Excellent project management, communication, and leadership abilities. Willingness to travel to battery manufacturing sites for technology assessments. Experience with BESS industry standards, regulations, and safety protocols related to energy storage, such as

UL1973, UL9540, UL9540A, NFPA 855, NFPA

70E, NEC, applicable IFC/IBC sections. Experience with power electronics, power conversion units, and DC/DC converters. null We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion,sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military oruniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, andordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.