PROJECT ENGINEER - BATTERY ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEMS | Houston, TX

Engineering
Written By Lesley Bush

Stetson Global is seeking a Project Engineer for Battery Energy Storage Systems to travel to locations and perform work on-site. The role involves 30-50% international travel, providing technical support, managing design modifications, overseeing documentation compliance, and collaborating with stakeholders throughout project execution. Foreign language experience (Spanish, Arabic, Filipino / Tagalog, Hindu / Urdu, French or Portuguese) is a BIG plus!

THE ROLE:

We are seeking a highly skilled Project Engineer to support the successful execution of Battery Energy Storage System projects. This role is critical in ensuring project success by providing technical expertise, resolving design challenges, and collaborating with key stakeholders to meet project objectives. The ideal candidate will work closely with EPC contractors, owners’ engineers, and internal teams to manage technical documentation, oversee design modifications, and support commissioning and testing efforts.

KEY RESPONSIBLITIES:

Technical Support & Project Execution:

  • Partner with Project Managers and serve as the primary technical contact, providing expertise and resolving challenges throughout project execution.

  • Manage design modifications, retrofits, and rework activities, ensuring compliance with project requirements, schedules, and contractual obligations.

  • Ensure seamless coordination with overseas R&D and Application Engineering teams to deliver on contractual technical commitments.

Documentation & Compliance Management:

  • Oversee the development and management of project-related technical documentation deliverables, including design drawings, specifications, compliance records, and as-built documentation, to meet project milestones and customer requirements.

  • Ensure all technical documentation is accurate, up to date, and accessible to relevant stakeholders.

  • Guarantee compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and customer specifications.

  • Responsible for delivering any revisions of technical deliverables as needed, collaborating with overseas and local resources to ensure such revisions meet contractual obligations and customer expectations.

Stakeholder Collaboration & Communication:

  • Engage with EPC contractors and owners’ engineers to address pre-design technical queries, ensuring alignment with project specifications and minimizing delays.

  • Act as a liaison between internal teams, external contractors, and project stakeholders to maintain clear and effective communication regarding technical queries.

Testing & Commissioning Support:

  • Facilitate Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) activities and work closely with overseas departments, including Application Engineering, R&D, and Manufacturing teams, to ensure customer satisfaction and adherence to contractual obligations.

  • Work closely with the local service team, including FSE and CoE, as well as overseas teams, including PMO and R&D, to provide technical support for commissioning, performance testing, and interconnection testing, ensuring seamless project delivery.

Problem-Solving & Risk Mitigation:

  • Proactively identify, analyze, and resolve technical issues to maintain project quality and timelines.

  • Develop and implement practical solutions to mitigate risks and overcome project execution challenges.

Qualifications & Skills:

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or related Engineering field (or equivalent experience).

  • Experience in energy storage, power systems, renewable energy, or related industries is preferred.

  • Strong understanding of BESS technologies, grid interconnection, and power system engineering.

  • Ability to manage multiple projects, stakeholders, and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams and with external partners.

Travel:

  • Up to 30-50% travel to international locations. Foreign travel experience is important. Foreign language experience (Spanish, Arabic, Filipino / Tagalog, Hindu / Urdu, French or Portuguese) is a BIG plus!

Work Location and Status:

  • Full-time position with preference for candidates located near major airports.

Seeking strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team are crucial for success in this role. This is a GREAT role for an experienced Project Engineer that is seeking a dynamic, exciting work environment and has the interest and ability to travel extensively.

BENEFITS:

  • 401(k)

  • Dental insurance

  • Health insurance

  • Paid time off

  • Retirement plan

  • Vision insurance

Work Location: On the road

Lesley Bush
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