Intersect Power
Enabling new pathways between clean electricity and the broader economy
BESS Engineering Lead
Full-stack EngineerSoftware EngineerFull TimeRemoteTeam 51-200Since 2016H1B SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn
Location
California + 3 moreAll locations: California, Colorado, New York, Texas
Posted
28 days ago
Salary
$220K - $260K / year
Bachelor Degree4 yrs expEnglishPythonVBA
Job Description
• Lead the technical design and optimization of standalone and colocated energy storage systems
• Own system sizing, electrical modeling, technology selection, and performance optimization ensuring projects meet offtake obligations, financing requirements, and long-term operational expectations
• Guide cross-functional design efforts across Development, Land, Finance, and Engineering to align cost, production, land use, and performance
• Serve as technical lead in energy storage PPA negotiations
• Lead equipment and technology selection, evaluating lithium-ion and alternative storage technologies for bankability and performance
• Uphold the highest environmental health and safety standards across all engineering decisions
Job Requirements
- BS in Electrical Engineering or equivalent; Master’s or PhD is a plus
- Minimum 4 years of experience leading technical scope for utility-scale PV and/or battery storage projects across development, design, contracting, and construction phases
- Deep technical expertise in lithium-ion battery systems, including chemistries, system architecture, optimization levers, cost drivers, lifecycle considerations, and construction challenges
- Strong understanding of utility-scale power conversion systems, transformers, skidded inverters, and battery technologies; PV engineering experience is a plus
- Working knowledge of applicable codes and standards (NEC, IBC, IFC, NFPA, UL, IEC, UL9540A, UL1741, etc.) across permitting, design, construction, and operations
- Experience supporting Independent Engineer diligence and interfacing with project finance stakeholders
- Familiarity with alternative storage technologies (flow batteries, hydrogen, flywheels, compressed air, etc.) is a plus
- Proficiency in scripting or automation tools such as VBA, Matlab, Python, or similar
- Background in power plant controls architecture and SCADA is a plus
- Commercial mindset with strong focus on LCOE/LCOS optimization and risk quantification
- Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritize effectively in a fast-paced growth environment
- Collaborative, solutions-oriented approach aligned with Intersect’s mission and growth mindset
Benefits
- 100% premium coverage for you and your dependents on medical, dental, and vision
- Unlimited PTO, plus two company-wide breaks (Fourth of July & end of year)
- Up to 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave, plus 6 additional weeks for birth parents; access to family planning support via Carrot and Maven
- Free access to Spring Health which includes 5 free Therapy & psychiatry sessions, plus a Headspace account for mindfulness and meditation through our physical health vendor, Wellhub+
- 3% non-elective employer contribution to your 401k or RRSP
- $150 monthly food stipend
- $150 monthly reimbursement for cell phone/ internet
- Pet insurance allowance
- Full home office setup
- Free access to UrbanSitter with $625 in quarterly paid company credits, ActiveHero, and One Medical
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