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Fruition Group

Vice President of Engineering

Fruition Group, Granite Heights, Wisconsin, United States

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Vice President of Electrical Engineering – Utility-Scale Energy Storage Location:

Texas

Company Type:

Utility-Scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)

Base pay range:

$220,000.00/yr - $260,000.00/yr

About the Company:

Our client is a fast-growing developer and integrator of

utility-scale energy storage systems , accelerating the transition to a cleaner, more resilient grid. With a portfolio spanning from grid‑scale lithium‑ion systems to advanced hybrid renewable projects, they’re building the next generation of intelligent energy infrastructure.

The Opportunity As

Vice President of Electrical Engineering , you’ll lead the company’s electrical engineering function owning the design, validation, and integration of all power systems across the project lifecycle. You’ll oversee a multidisciplinary team delivering best‑in‑class electrical designs, ensuring performance, safety, and scalability of our large‑scale BESS solutions.

This role is ideal for a technically hands‑on leader who thrives in a high‑growth, mission‑driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and grow the

electrical engineering organization

responsible for system design, protection, and grid interconnection of utility‑scale BESS projects.

Define

technical strategy , standards, and design architecture for electrical systems including PCS, transformers, switchgear, protection schemes, and controls integration.

Partner cross‑functionally with

product, software, and project delivery

teams to ensure system reliability and compliance with industry and utility standards (IEEE, UL, NEC, NFPA, IEC, etc.).

Oversee

engineering review processes , including electrical one‑lines, control schematics, grounding, and SCADA integration.

Drive

innovation and standardization

in electrical design to optimize cost, safety, and manufacturability.

Serve as the

technical authority

in customer and utility‑facing discussions, ensuring robust compliance with interconnection and grid requirements.

Mentor and develop a high‑performing engineering team capable of delivering complex, large‑scale energy storage solutions.

About You

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

(PE license preferred).

15+ years of experience

in electrical engineering, including at least

5 years in leadership roles

within the energy storage, renewable power, or utility sectors.

Proven experience designing and delivering

utility‑scale BESS or renewable generation systems

(≥50 MW).

Deep understanding of

power conversion systems, grid interconnection, and protection design .

Strong leadership and communication skills and ability to translate technical detail into strategic direction.

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple large‑scale projects from concept to commissioning.

Why Join

Be a key voice in shaping the

future of grid‑scale energy storage .

Lead a talented team in a company backed by major clean energy investors.

Competitive executive compensation,

equity participation , and comprehensive benefits.

Work with an innovative organization driving meaningful climate impact.

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