[Hiring] Sr. Grid Infrastructure Commissioning Engineer @ThinkBAC Consulting

Role Description

This is an opportunity to join a trailblazing BESS (Battery Energy Storage) company backed by top-tier private equity, leading the charge in utility-scale energy storage development, execution, and operations.

They are looking for a Sr. Energy Storage Commissioning Engineer and Project Leader to join their EPC team and own the technical engineering, construction oversight, and commissioning execution for utility-scale BESS projects across designated regions. This is a unique role that combines deep cross-functional technical engineering with hands-on project delivery.

You will oversee the design, construction, and commissioning of BESS projects in partnership with third-party engineering firms and EPC contractors. Responsibilities include:

• Technical deliverables for design, construction, and commissioning of utility-scale BESS projects
• High-voltage substation, switchyard, and transmission system commissioning oversight
• Interconnection agreement (LGIA) negotiation and execution support
• RFQ/RFP packages for EPC contractors and engineering consultants
• Cross-functional partnership with Transmission, Interconnection, Procurement, and Development teams
• On-site presence at projects across the country (~30% travel)
• Stakeholder participation in ERCOT, MISO, SPP, and PJM queue reform and large load policy discussion

Qualifications

• B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering (Power Engineering preferred)
• 5-7+ years in project engineering, EPC, construction management, or commissioning in the power industry
• Hands-on experience with high-voltage utility substations, switchyards, and transmission systems
• Strong understanding of battery energy storage fundamentals and value proposition
• Familiarity with ISO/RTO commissioning compliance and LGIA/PPA structures
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Bluebeam, MS Project, and SharePoint
• Ability to travel ~30% across project sites
• Comfort with AI-enabled tools for engineering productivity
• A practical, data-driven mindset for ambiguous, fast-evolving market environments
• Ideal candidates would have worked in roles such as Sr. Project Engineer, Commissioning, Commissioning Manager, Manager of Commissioning, High Voltage Commissioning Engineering Supervisor, HV Commissioning Engineer, Lead High Voltage Commissioning Engineer, BESS Commissioning Engineer, or similar

Requirements

• Experience in high-voltage systems for renewable energy grid infrastructure projects
• Familiarity with utility energization timelines

Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Open PTO policy
• Flexible work hours
• Health benefits
• Opportunity to work with a transparent Executive Leadership Team
• Comprehensive compensation packages