Sr. Staff Engineer, Renewable Engineering (Battery Storage)
Invenergy is North America’s largest privately held developer, owner, and operator of power infrastructure. With 25 years of trusted execution, we deliver reliable, affordable energy through a diverse portfolio that includes natural gas, solar, land-based wind, energy storage, transmission, and domestic manufacturing. Headquartered in Chicago, we develop, own, and operate large scale projects that power communities and support the energy future.This position will be open for application for at least 3 calendar days from the posting date. This position will remain open for application based on business need, which may be before or after the 3-day posting window.Job DescriptionPosition OverviewThe Senior Staff Engineer will perform engineering activities for project development and assist with the technical design and evaluation of utility-scale battery storage projects in Invenergy’s target markets throughout North America.The position is on-site at Invenergy's headquarters in downtown Chicago, IL.ResponsibilitiesBattery Storage Engineering Group ResponsibilitiesInterface with battery, inverter, and padmount transformer Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) to obtain technical information and stay apprised of technology advancements and trends. Prepare conceptual project layouts utilizing QGIS, CAD, or Visio software. Optimize layouts in order to maximize project value.Conduct site visits to support site evaluation, suitability, and due diligence efforts.Assist the Development team with federal, state, county, and local permitting efforts. Support the progress of team initiatives including safety, material/process template improvement, etc.Project ExecutionManage the layout and design of the battery array and coordinate with the selected vendors to ensure design compatibility.Work with the Electrical Engineering team to support electrical system design and compliance efforts. Interface with the Project Management and Operations teams leading up to and through project commercial operations. Ensure timely and complete transfer of technical responsibilities. Participate in landowner meetings, community outreach events, and monthly construction meetings. Work with the Structured Finance team to provide responses to lender and independent engineer due diligence questions throughout the project financing process.Request for Proposal (RFP) SupportWork with Procurement and battery manufactures to quote various systems to meet the RFP requirements.Prepare pricing models for various storage energy system use cases.Determine project sizing and operational requirements based on key market drivers, customer needs, RFP requirements, and Invenergy's Basis of Design Coordinate with the Project Management team to determine construction and commercial costs.Support the Development and Origination teams with the preparation of sales proposals to customers.Minimum QualificationsBS in Electrical, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering o...