Project Engineer – Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
The Company:
Sungrow North America is a leading provider of renewable energy solutions, specializing in the development and manufacturing of photovoltaic inverters and energy storage systems. The company offers a comprehensive range of products and services designed to optimize the performance and efficiency of solar power installations. Sungrow North America is known for its commitment to innovation, high-quality standards, and exceptional customer service, aiming to provide sustainable and reliable energy solutions to meet the growing demand for clean power.
The Position:
We are seeking a highly skilled Project Engineer to support and help lead the execution of Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects across the North American West Coast market. This role is critical in ensuring project success by providing technical expertise, resolving design and execution challenges, and coordinating closely with regional teams and China-based headquarters. The ideal candidate will be fluent in Mandarin and English, operate effectively within the Pacific Time Zone, and bring hands-on experience in renewable energy project execution, construction, and commissioning.
This position reports to the Manager, Project Engineering – ESS.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Support & Project Execution
• Partner with Project Managers to provide technical expertise throughout the project lifecycle from Notice to Proceed (NTP) through Commercial Operation Date (COD).
• Support engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning activities for BESS projects.
• Manage design changes, field modifications, retrofits, and rework activities while maintaining schedule and quality objectives.
Global Collaboration & China HQ Coordination
• Serve as a technical liaison between North American project teams and China-based R&D, product, and application engineering teams.
• Lead bilingual (Mandarin/English) technical discussions, design reviews, and issue-resolution meetings across time zones.
• Ensure overseas engineering deliverables align with North American codes, standards, and project requirements.
Stakeholder Collaboration & Communication
• Work closely with EPC contractors, owners’ engineers, utilities, and customers to resolve technical issues.
• Support Sales and Technical Solution teams in translating contractual technical requirements into executable project deliverables.
• Maintain clear and effective communication across internal and external stakeholders.
Documentation & Compliance Management
• Oversee development and management of project technical documentation, including drawings, calculations, compliance records, and as-built documentation.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.
Testing & Commissioning Support
• Support Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), commissioning, and performance testing.
• Provide hands-on technical support during construction, energization, and grid interconnection activities.
Power Markets & Grid Integration
• Support projects within CAISO and ERCOT markets, including grid interconnection and performance requirements.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure operational readiness and compliance.
Qualifications & Skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience with renewable energy or energy storage projects, preferably utility-scale BESS.
• Fluent in Mandarin and English (spoken and written).
• Understanding of power systems, grid interconnection, and construction and commissioning activities.
• Familiarity with CAISO and ERCOT power markets preferred.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
Travel:
Up to 25–40% travel, depending on project needs.
Work Location and Status:
• Full-time, remote position.
• Preference for candidates based on the U.S. West Coast and working within the Pacific Time Zone.
Sungrow is an equal opportunity employer. Due to strong interests in this position, Sungrow will only reach out to those candidates who best meet the requirements. Thank you for your interest in Sungrow.
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