BESS Project Engineer (Utility-Scale) Location: Juno Beach Preferred | Remote considered for highly qualified candidates
Travel: Up to 15%
Project Size: 75MW+ Utility-Scale BESS
Overview NextEra Energy is seeking a BESS Project Engineer to support the design, execution, and delivery of utility-scale battery energy storage projects. This role is highly cross-functional and focused on full project lifecycle ownership from design through commissioning and operations.
Important Notes- Open to strong Project Management candidates with utility-scale experience, even if they are more PM-focused than engineering-focused.
- Candidates must have strong electrical/power systems knowledge and be comfortable speaking technically with engineering teams, OEMs, EPCs, and utilities.
- Utility-scale BESS experience is preferred; however, candidates from other utility-scale power or energy backgrounds will be considered if they meet the core technical and project execution requirements.
- P.E. license is NOT required.
- Ideal candidate will have a Type A personality, be highly organized, proactive, and execution-driven.
- Please submit only enthusiastic and genuinely interested candidates.
Key Responsibilities- Lead technical coordination for utility-scale BESS projects (75MW+)
- Support integration of batteries, PCS, EMS, SCADA, and MV systems
- Coordinate with OEMs, EPCs, utilities, and internal stakeholders
- Review drawings, RFIs, submittals, and technical scopes
- Support commissioning, operational readiness, and long-term system performance
- Identify project risks early and help resolve technical issues before field impact
Required Experience- Bachelor s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field preferred
- 3+ years of Solar, PV, BESS, utilities, or utility-scale energy project experience
- Strong understanding of:
- Power systems and utility-scale electrical infrastructure
- Inverters, protection coordination, POI integration, and harmonics
- SCADA, EMS/Client, and substations
- NFPA 855, UL9540/A, NEC, and IEEE standards
- Experience supporting projects through construction or commissioning strongly preferred
Ideal Candidate- Strong communicator who can bridge PM and engineering teams
- Systems-first mindset with strong execution skills
- Comfortable in fast-paced utility-scale project environments
- Able to adapt to evolving technologies, codes, and interconnection requirements
EEO:
Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans.