Project Engineer - Energy Storage and Solar Integration

Project Engineer - Energy Storage and Solar Integration

Jersey City, NJ (Hybrid: Tues-Thurs Onsite) Up to $130K Base + 20% Bonus

Join a rapidly expanding distributed energy company as a Project Engineer focused on utility-scale battery energy storage systems (BESS) and hybrid solar + storage projects. With a robust project pipeline in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic, we seek an individual with strong technical skills and a passion for overseeing projects from inception through to successful completion.

This is an exciting opportunity to engage with cutting-edge storage technologies in bustling urban settings, drive interconnection strategies, and collaborate with a talented team of internal and external partners. You will report directly to the VP of Engineering and work closely with development, project management, and EPC teams.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the design of innovative system concepts (including SLDs and layouts) for BESS and solar + storage installations.

Oversee utility interconnection processes, particularly with Con Edison and other urban utilities.

Review and manage deliverables from external consultants while facilitating in-house design capabilities.

Assess generation-tie and interconnection options, analyze costs, and support strategic project siting.

Communicate effectively with utilities, authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs), consultants, and EPCs to drive projects towards construction.

Represent the company at external meetings and during site visits.

Contribute to RFP responses and develop comprehensive engineering scopes for EPC contracts.

What We're Looking For:

4+ years of experience in renewable energy, preferably with standalone BESS or hybrid systems.

A strong understanding of utility interconnection processes within NY/Northeast markets.

Experience in reviewing electrical design packages and coordinating with consulting firms.

Familiarity with medium-voltage substation equipment and electrical distribution systems.

A proactive mindset aimed at project engineering leadership and on-site execution.

Bachelor's degree in engineering (preferably electrical) or equivalent military experience.

Proficiency in modeling tools such as PVSyst, PVCASE, ETAP, CYME, and Helioscope is advantageous.