Electrical Engineer - Battery - Veterans Staffing : Job Details

We are seeking a talented electrical engineer/generalist to join our team and work on the electrical engineering of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). The role involves working on battery sets, creating electrical engineering drawings, conducting studies, and performing QA/QC for BESS projects being engineered and constructed in various locations, including MN, AZ, CA, UT, and TX.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage electrical engineering drawings for battery energy storage systems.
• Conduct studies and ensure quality assurance/quality control for BESS projects.
• Track and manage projects using relevant software tools, including Microsoft Project.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project execution.
• Engage in continuous learning to eventually obtain a Professional Engineer (PE) license.

Essential Skills:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE).
• 3-12 years of recent relevant electrical engineering experience in battery energy storage systems or related fields such as substation, renewables, or transmission engineering.
• Proficiency in battery storage systems and electrical engineering principles.
• Interest and ability to obtain a Professional Engineer (PE) license in the future.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience with Microsoft Project and other project management software.
• Located in Minnesota is a plus.
• Strong interest in renewables and energy storage projects.

Work Environment:

This position offers a hybrid work environment based in Minnesota, with the option for fully remote work for candidates with relevant experience. Remote employees are required to travel to Minnesota four times a year. The headquarters is located in Lakeville, MN. Local employees have the flexibility to work in the office at their discretion, provided performance metrics are met. The company specializes in substation, transmission, renewables, SCADA, and battery storage systems, with a backlog of work extending through 2026-2027.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $43.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision; Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital; 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available; Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents); Short and long-term disability; Health Spending Account (HSA); Transportation benefits; Employee Assistance Program; Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave).

About Actalent:

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