Project Engineering Manager

San Diego, CA, United States

We're ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company that provides solutions for engineering, technology, and product development projects. For decades, we've been helping our clients develop products that are changing the world, whether that's by shaping the future of space exploration, saving lives with medical devices that set a new standard of care, or creating the fully autonomous electric taxi of tomorrow. Our team of more than 600 people works across industries including aerospace, medical devices and life sciences, unmanned systems and robotics, automotive OEM and tier 1 suppliers, commercial vehicle, electric vehicles, rail, and more. Our offices across the US have different industry focuses and engage with our clients in different ways, ranging from working on-site at client facilities to performing product development at our delivery centers.

ALTEN Group, our parent company, has been a leader in engineering and information technology for more than 30 years. ALTEN Group operates in 30 countries across Europe, North America, Asia, Africa and the Middle East and employs more than 36,000 people, 88% of whom are engineers. The company covers the whole development cycle and offers a choice of service levels, from technology consulting to complete project outsourcing.

When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you join a group of people passionate about collaborating to solve some of the world's most technical engineering challenges. Our success is tied to taking care of our employees by building relationships and providing opportunities for mentorship and career growth. We offer comprehensive benefits for all full-time employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) plan with employer matching; paid time off (PTO); paid parental leave; and mentorship to help you take your career to the next level. You don't have to take our word for it that we are a great place to work-we were named on the 2023 Top Workplaces list thanks to feedback from our proud employees.

Project Engineering Manager

The role involves ensuring the successful execution of BESS projects and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

Coordinate with structural, electrical, geotechnical, environmental, and civil Professional Engineers during design process, including late-stage design from 90% to IFC process, to assure the design meets technical and code requirements. Manage professional engineer review process to obtain engineering deliverables.

Provide engineering/technical input and direction to site evaluation and characterization, permitting, power purchase agreements, interconnect agreements, testing and commissioning, financial modeling, and other project development aspects.

Review specifications for purchases of materials or equipment. Manage and work closely with equipment vendors to identify technical challenges and create innovative solutions.

Provide on-going technical support to project construction team during construction of BESS, PV, and wind systems.

Perform electricity tariff analysis, electricity bill analysis, and load versus energy generation analysis.

Perform site visits and inspect BESS systems under construction to confirm they are being built according to the plans and in compliance with all codes, standards, and SSI specifications.

Review and respond to submittals and RFIs from subcontractors and EPC partners.

Participate in onsite quality inspections & punch-list generation to ensure conformance to design and equipment specifications and compliance with NEC, operational, and safety standards.

Perform other duties and special projects, as assigned.

Key Qualifications

Extensive technical experiences on energy storage projects (ideally, 3-5 years)

Strong preference for technical experience with utility scale BESS in CAISO

Deep understanding of EE power systems, BESS protection studies, Electrical Drawings Review, and utility-scale BESS use cases

BS or MS degree in an engineering discipline from an ABET Accredited institution, (i.e., BSEE, BSME, BSCE, BSChE) - Electrical Engineering, Energy Engineering, or Renewable Energy Engineering degrees are preferred.

Proficiency working with current AutoCAD, Microsoft Excel software versions, as well as MS Office suite.

Willingness to travel, at least 30% of the time

Experience with AutoCAD (or equivalent)

Experience with BESS performance modeling tools (preferably PVSyst)

Knowledge of BESS plant design and optimization

Knowledge of the National Electric Code

Proficiency in project engineering and planning

Ability to analyze and solve complex problems

Attention to detail and excellent organizational skills

Ability to motivate and develop others

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Salary Range: 100,000-150,000

The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate's combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience

MANDATORY FOR ALL REMOTE/HYBRID AND/OR CALIFORNIA, COLORADO, MARYLAND, CONNECTICUT, NEVADA, NEW YORK, RHODE ISLAND, WASHINGTON STATE & CINCINNATI, OHIO, JERSEY CITY, NEW JERSEY, TOLEDO, OHIO BASED ROLES.

ALTEN Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our Policy is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.

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