Sr. Electrical Engineer (Battery Storage)
Birmingham, MI - USA
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Job Summary
Quanta Power Solutions brings together the industry-leading capabilities and resources of Quantas operating companies to deliver complete EPC solutions. Our integrated approach spans power generation battery energy storage renewables transmission substation and underground infrastructure from concept to commissioning we execute complex power infrastructure projects with the speed certainty and operational excellence our customers depend on.
At Quanta Power Solutions we are driven by a culture of safety integrity and disciplined execution and were building a team that shares that commitment.
Quanta Power Solutions is seeking a highly experienced Senior Electrical Engineer to support the design and development of electrical systems for power generation and distribution projects including gas turbines renewable energy systems and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). This role is responsible for leading the development of complete electrical construction packages supporting power generation islands and mission-critical infrastructure including data center operations.
The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in industrial power systems EPC project execution and electrical infrastructure design while demonstrating strong leadership technical problem-solving and multidisciplinary coordination capabilities. This position requires a comprehensive understanding of the interconnection and interaction between generation substation and distribution systems.
- Produce estimate-level preliminary electrical designs conceptual layouts and material take-offs for power generation and infrastructure projects
- Develop and assemble engineering scopes technical specifications drawings and procurement packages for electrical equipment and materials
- Lead development of detailed electrical engineering deliverables including:
- Single-line diagrams
- Motor elementary and control diagrams
- Interconnect diagrams
- Electrical cable schedules
- Equipment specifications
- Material take-offs (MTOs)
- Grounding systems
- Lighting and lightning protection systems
- Heat trace system designs
- Review and validate vendor drawings equipment submittals and multidisciplinary engineering documents for electrical and instrumentation integration
- Perform engineering calculations and technical analyses to validate system design integrity reliability and compliance
- Conduct arc flash studies grounding grid analysis relay coordination studies and power system evaluations
- Prepare complete construction packages and support field implementation activities during project execution
- Ensure designs meet client expectations project specifications industry standards and applicable codes and regulations
- Coordinate closely with civil structural mechanical instrumentation and construction teams to ensure integrated project execution
- Provide field engineering support startup assistance commissioning support and troubleshooting during project execution and turnover
- Identify communicate and document scope changes technical issues and design updates throughout the project lifecycle
- Participate in design reviews constructability assessments technical meetings and client coordination sessions
- Mentor junior engineers and support technical development initiatives within the electrical engineering team
- Support continuous improvement initiatives engineering standards development and project execution best practices
Employee may be required to visit job sites field offices and customer locations
Required Qualifications
- Bachelors or Masters degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university
- Professional Engineer (PE) license required
- Minimum 10 years of relevant industrial electrical engineering experience preferably within EPC power generation utility or infrastructure environments
Technical Skills & Knowledge
- Strong expertise in electrical power system design for industrial and power generation facilities
- Proficiency with electrical engineering and design software including:
- AutoCAD
- Plant 3D
- Revit
- Elecdes
- ETAP
- SKM
- PSCAD
- AGi32
- DIALux
- Strong understanding of NEC IEEE NFPA and other applicable electrical codes and standards
- Experience performing arc flash studies grounding analysis relay coordination and power system calculations
- Ability to develop efficient cost-effective and constructible electrical designs while maintaining schedule and quality objectives
- Experience with EPC project workflows multidisciplinary coordination and engineering documentation standards
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word Excel Access and Outlook
Preferred Experience
- Gas turbine renewable energy BESS or substation infrastructure project experience
- Data center and mission-critical infrastructure experience preferred
- Experience supporting startup commissioning and field construction activities
- Familiarity with utility interconnection and power generation integration projects
- Leadership or mentoring experience within engineering teams preferred
- Competitive Compensation
- Weekly Pay
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Holiday Pay
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Comprehensive Health Coverage
- Pet Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Discount Program
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race color religion national origin or ancestry sex (including gender pregnancy sexual orientation and/or gender identity) age disability genetic information veteran status and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal state or local law.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and protected veteran status.
We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application interview or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position please contact us the Companys Human Resources department.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
Quanta has built the largest craft labor force in North America by uniting over 200 operating companies to tackle the most complex infrastructure challenges in the world.