Primoris Services Corporation
Join our BESS Electrical Engineer Talent Community Today! (Primoris Renewable Energy)
Job Overview:
POWER THE FUTURE OF CLEAN ENERGY
Are you an experienced Electrical Engineer with a background in Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and renewable energy projects? While we're not actively hiring for this role today, we're always looking to connect with top talent for future opportunities.
By joining our Talent Community, you'll be the first to know when new roles open, and we'll reach out if your background aligns with upcoming projects.
What You Will Do (When the Time Comes):
Support the design and development of utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects from concept through construction.
Develop preliminary electrical designs, site layouts, and system configurations based on sound engineering principles.
Create and review electrical calculations, single-line diagrams, and technical documentation to support project development and execution.
Partner with estimating, procurement, project management, and field teams to optimize project designs and improve project outcomes.
Review utility interconnection documents, facility studies, and power purchase agreements to support project planning and execution.
Provide technical guidance to AutoCAD designers and engineering teams throughout multiple project phases.
Support equipment evaluation, database management, and Bill of Materials development for BESS projects.
Analyze project data and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across engineering, procurement, scheduling, and project controls.
What We Look For:
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, or equivalent renewable energy industry experience.
2+ years of experience in utility-scale BESS, Solar PV design, or the renewable energy industry.
Strong understanding of energy storage systems, inverters, electrical equipment, and utility-scale renewable energy design principles.
Experience creating engineered site plans, electrical drawings, and AC/DC single-line diagrams.
Proficiency with engineering and design tools such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, ETAP, CYMCAP, PVsyst, SAM, PVSOL, and/or Python.
Ability to interpret manufacturer specifications, engineering standards, and installation requirements.
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills with a commitment to quality and continuous improvement.
Why Join Our Talent Community:
Be first in line for future openings
Stay connected with our Talent Acquisition team
Help shape the future of renewable energy
Gain early access to opportunities supporting cutting-edge energy storage and grid modernization projects
Pay Equity Statement:
$100,000 - $135,000
Primoris Renewable Energy provides the above compensation range and general description of other compensation and benefits that it in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position. This compensation range is based on a full-time schedule. Primoris Renewable Energy reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant's sex or other status protected by local, state, or federal law.
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Company Overview:
Primoris Renewable Energy, a business within Primoris Services Corporation’s Energy segment, is a leading power generation engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) provider specializing in utility and commercial scale solar power, energy storage, solar repower, and operations and maintenance. Standing at the forefront of energy transformation, we are dedicated to doing the right thing for our customers, people, and planet – shaping a more sustainable future for generations to come.Benefits:
Paid Company Holidays
Paid Time Off
Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, Short Term/Long Term Disability
401K with matching contribution.
EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Agency Statement
We are not accepting resumes from Third Party Recruiting Firms for this position. If you are an Agency or Search firm representative, contact the Primoris Talent Acquisition Manager directly for consideration. Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes and online response forms through this source. In addition, Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees on unsolicited resumes that are submitted to any member of the Staffing or Operations team. Primoris has established an approved vendor program for this service and will only consider accepting submissions from those approved firms. For consideration in becoming an approved vendor, contact HR.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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