Electrical Engineer III - BESS
About the position
RRC is seeking a talented Electrical Engineer III - BESS to help us build the future of U.S. energy production. RRC is a multi-disciplinary engineering firm that specializes in energy projects, particularly renewable energy, throughout the United States. Founded in 2007, RRC provides a culture where employees are valued while contributing to meaningful projects. This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of the evolving energy production landscape. RRC CORE VALUES Must understand and personify RRC’s core values: Client Satisfaction – understands the goal of always exceeding our client’s expectations Employee Happiness – able to work well with others, communicate clearly with coworkers, promote a positive work environment, and mediate conflicts between team members Quality Work - able to take ownership, work independently, prioritize workload, and deliver quality results on time while working on multiple projects simultaneously Above and Beyond - versatile, flexible, able to anticipate the needs of the company, take the initiative, and willing to go out of your way to assist others
Responsibilities
• Lead the design and development of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), including DC systems, medium voltage infrastructure, switchgear, and distribution systems
• Perform and oversee system studies, including load flow, short circuit, ampacity, and loss analysis
• Manage and coordinate engineering tasks across multiple projects, ensuring that projects are within scope, schedule, and budget
• Serve as a point of contact for clients, interpreting needs and delivering engineering solutions
• Review and approve manufacturer equipment drawings and technical submittals
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, QA/QC procedures, and project specifications
• Perform quality control and quality checking on project deliverables, including drawings and studies
• Identify design risks and implement corrective actions
• Coordinate with project managers, BESS leadership, and multi-disciplinary teams to ensure successful project delivery
• Contribute to the development and refinement of engineering standards and best practices
• Work with team on changing trends in technology
Requirements
• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in BESS, renewable energy, distribution, or medium voltage power systems
• Professional Engineer (P. Eng) license or ability to obtain
• Experience designing medium and low voltage cabling systems
• Knowledge of switchgear, switchboards, panelboards, breakers, and protection systems
• Experience with battery container systems, EMS and BMS
• Experience designing inverter / PCS (Power Conversion System) equipment
• Strong familiarity with applicable industry codes and standards (IEEE, NESC, NEC, NFPA)
• Experience performing system studies using software such as CYME, ETAP, or similar
• Experience with modeling tools such as HOMER, Energy Toolbase, ESWare, or similar
Nice-to-haves
• Master’s Degree in Engineering with a renewable energy focus preferred
• Experience with solar (PV) and wind systems preferred
• Construction or field experience preferred
• Experience with BESS interconnections to transmission, distribution, substations, and renewable generation facilities preferred
Benefits
• Flexible work hours to accommodate work-life balance.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Bonus eligibility
• Tuition reimbursement for certain pre-approved education pursuits
• RRSP matching (Canada), 401k matching (US)
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RRC is seeking a talented Electrical Engineer III - BESS to help us build the future of U.S. energy production. RRC is a multi-disciplinary engineering firm that specializes in energy projects, particularly renewable energy, throughout the United States. Founded in 2007, RRC provides a culture where employees are valued while contributing to meaningful projects. This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of the evolving energy production landscape. RRC CORE VALUES Must understand and personify RRC’s core values: Client Satisfaction – understands the goal of always exceeding our client’s expectations Employee Happiness – able to work well with others, communicate clearly with coworkers, promote a positive work environment, and mediate conflicts between team members Quality Work - able to take ownership, work independently, prioritize workload, and deliver quality results on time while working on multiple projects simultaneously Above and Beyond - versatile, flexible, able to anticipate the needs of the company, take the initiative, and willing to go out of your way to assist others
Responsibilities
• Lead the design and development of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), including DC systems, medium voltage infrastructure, switchgear, and distribution systems
• Perform and oversee system studies, including load flow, short circuit, ampacity, and loss analysis
• Manage and coordinate engineering tasks across multiple projects, ensuring that projects are within scope, schedule, and budget
• Serve as a point of contact for clients, interpreting needs and delivering engineering solutions
• Review and approve manufacturer equipment drawings and technical submittals
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, QA/QC procedures, and project specifications
• Perform quality control and quality checking on project deliverables, including drawings and studies
• Identify design risks and implement corrective actions
• Coordinate with project managers, BESS leadership, and multi-disciplinary teams to ensure successful project delivery
• Contribute to the development and refinement of engineering standards and best practices
• Work with team on changing trends in technology
Requirements
• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in BESS, renewable energy, distribution, or medium voltage power systems
• Professional Engineer (P. Eng) license or ability to obtain
• Experience designing medium and low voltage cabling systems
• Knowledge of switchgear, switchboards, panelboards, breakers, and protection systems
• Experience with battery container systems, EMS and BMS
• Experience designing inverter / PCS (Power Conversion System) equipment
• Strong familiarity with applicable industry codes and standards (IEEE, NESC, NEC, NFPA)
• Experience performing system studies using software such as CYME, ETAP, or similar
• Experience with modeling tools such as HOMER, Energy Toolbase, ESWare, or similar
Nice-to-haves
• Master’s Degree in Engineering with a renewable energy focus preferred
• Experience with solar (PV) and wind systems preferred
• Construction or field experience preferred
• Experience with BESS interconnections to transmission, distribution, substations, and renewable generation facilities preferred
Benefits
• Flexible work hours to accommodate work-life balance.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Bonus eligibility
• Tuition reimbursement for certain pre-approved education pursuits
• RRSP matching (Canada), 401k matching (US)
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