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The AES Corporation
Senior Solutions Engineer - Systems Integration (BESS)
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An Electrical Substation Engineer is responsible for substation design including schematic development, physical layouts, equipment, and construction cost estimates.
$116,933 / year median in Colorado
Job Description
Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation, the largest US-based global power company with a team of 8,300 employees across 12 countries. AES has been ranked #1 by BloombergNEF in renewable energy sales to corporations in the US and Americas for five consecutive years, providing electricity for millions of people worldwide. We are proud to foster a strong workplace culture, earning prominent positions in Great Place to Work rankings across the markets where we operate. AES was also named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th consecutive year in 2026, highlighting our dedication to integrity, transparency, and responsible business practices. Our spirit of innovation continues to earn industry recognition. AES is the only seven-time winner of the Edison Electric Institute's Edison Awards in the twenty-first century, a distinction honoring global leadership in advancing the electric power industry. If you're ready to be part of a company that's not just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you. We're not just building a more sustainable future, we're powering it. Apply now and energize your career with a true leader in global energy. Senior Solutions Engineer - Systems Integration serves as a technical owner for how BESS subsystems come together electrically and functionally in the field, ensuring safe, reliable, and performant operation across diverse project environments. Key Responsibilities BESS Product Development & Integration Lead end-to-end systems engineering for BESS products from requirements definition through deployment and operation. Develop and maintain system-level requirements, interface control documents (ICDs), specifications, and compliance matrices. Integrate multiple subsystems including energy storage, PCS, safety, controls, and communications. Review and approve BESS electrical and controls designs, including schematics, wiring diagrams, BOMs, and integration documentation. Interpret and apply applicable BESS safety codes and standards (UL, IEC, NFPA, IFC, etc). Support prototype builds, certification testing, and production transition, ensuring system-level validation and qualification plans are aligned with applicable BESS codes, standards, and project requirements. Mentor junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement of BESS integration practices. Project Support Serve as a technical authority for BESS system architecture and integration into utility-scale projects. Troubleshoot complex electrical, controls, and system-level issues on deployed BESS assets. Perform root cause analysis for field failures and drive corrective and preventive actions. Serve as a technical representative supporting the full product lifecycle by participating in permitting and local jurisdiction discussions, managing integration risks, and enabling long-term operational performance improvements. Deliver technical guidance and training to internal and external teams related to BESS safety and emergency response. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related discipline. 5-7 years of experience in BESS or complex electromechanical system development and integration. Strong experience with electrical systems, energy storage, controls, and power electronics. Experience working across multiple OEMs and integrators. Proven ability to support fielded systems and post-installation troubleshooting. Familiarity with BESS standards such as UL 9540 / 9540A and applicable electrical codes. Experience with BESS safety standards and compliance, including