esVolta, LP
Company Overview
esVolta, LP is a leading developer, owner and operator of utility‑scale energy storage projects across North America. We are at the forefront of the fast‑growing battery energy storage market, and our projects are helping to transition the nation’s electric grid to a cleaner and more reliable future. Our storage projects provide major utilities with a multitude of important services including reliable fast‑ramping capacity, energy and ancillary grid services including renewable energy integration support. esVolta is independently owned, and we are among the largest players in the US energy storage sector with about 1.5 GWh of projects in operation or construction, and a 20+ GWh development pipeline. We are headquartered in Newport Beach, California, with employees in multiple regions across the U.S. Our diverse management team has many decades of experience in the renewable energy, utility, and independent power sectors. esVolta is an innovative industry leader in development, design, construction, financing, and management of utility scale energy storage projects. At esVolta, every employee makes an impact on the company’s growth and profitability every day. We have a fast‑paced, high‑performance, and team‑oriented culture. We value quality of life and flexibility for our employees and strive to help our team members achieve their career goals.
About The Role esVolta seeks motivated and energetic candidates to join our team as an Operations Engineer to support the integration, commissioning and performance management of utility‑scale battery energy storage projects from the Pre‑Commissioning phase through operations, to ensure successful execution and technical asset management of the BESS assets. The Operations Engineer is the primary technical point of contact for esVolta’s service providers, and the internal project team throughout commissioning and Asset Management activities. The role is to be the liaison between the EPC contractor’s, BESS OEM and EMS commissioning teams. This position is responsible for ensuring the timely completion of project commissioning and ensuring the technical reliability and performance of the energy storage fleet.
Core Responsibilities
Work as a leader, team member and individual contributor to develop & implement commissioning processes for battery energy storage systems, from initial planning to final verification by collaborating with project managers, project and SCADA engineers, construction teams, and other relevant stakeholders to facilitate a smooth commissioning process
Mentor Operations and SCADA and Integration Engineer(s), ensuring technical commissioning and operational performance and compliance with Utility, ISO/RTO, federal, state and local regulations
Develop commissioning plans, protocols, and checklists to ensure all aspects of the system are thoroughly tested to contractual and AHJ requirements
Manage equipment suppliers and host daily plan‑of‑the‑day (POD) with each supplier to report progress and work schedules
Evaluate comprehensive battery energy storage system tests to verify their functionality, performance, and safety. This includes assessing charging and discharging capabilities, response to grid signals, and overall system efficiency
Identify and resolve technical issues. Work closely with the Asset Management Team and equipment suppliers to address any system deficiencies or malfunctions
Maintain detailed records of activities, test results, and any modifications made to the system. Prepare comprehensive reports for internal and external stakeholders
Management and oversight of the site commissioning personnel, ensure construction testing and QA documentation is available and assembled into the turn‑over document books
Provide training to operation and maintenance teams on the functioning and maintenance of the commissioned energy storage systems
Supports Warranty requests for completed project sites. Assesses failure rates and expected lifetimes of storage components
Conducts root cause analysis or validates contractor‑provided root cause analysis
Development of technical documentation to support O&M activities and build expertise to serve as subject matter expert
Participate in regular project team meetings to ensure commissioning and operations engineering requirements are met on a timely basis
Develop and oversee storage augmentation plans and the implementation of site‑specific augmentation measures
Support the inventory and inspection process as major materials arrive to site: inspection, offload, receiving, and storage
Quality Assurance
Assists third parties/IE partners in confirming product performance including onsite meetings during site visits and to oversee tests
Support the final inspections and punch list process with contractors, vendors, independent engineers and management
Ensures the maintenance of high work quality within the Asset Management storage team
Safety
Assist project management and HSE team in developing and executing site specific safety programs and activities
Monitor and review trade partner work plans and activities for safety concerns
Participate in and contribute to project planning and hazard analysis
Maintains safe and clean working environment by enforcing procedures, rules, and regulations
Maintain operational knowledge of construction safety, OSHA, ANSI, NFPA, and other applicable standards, regulations, laws, and procedures
Serve as resource for safety issues or concerns for all project team members
Who You Are
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in commissioning and asset management within an Energy Storage integrator, EPC or O&M contractor
ABET accredited bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field. Professional Engineering status preferred
Must have a sound understanding of the commissioning and testing of Energy Storage projects
Familiarity with applicable standards including IBC, NFPA 855, CEC, CFC, IEEE, NEMA, NEC, OSHA, and UL
Experience in system engineering and solid understanding of related regulatory standards, including NEC/UL code compliance
Superior communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal
Outstanding interpersonal skills, including an ability to maintain calm and effective exchanges by all parties during stressful situations, and executive level reporting that ensures timely action and decision making in time‑pressured scenarios
Willingness to be remotely based and ability to travel to project sites
Willing to travel – estimated 30%.
Demonstrate strong teamwork orientation, initiative, communication, problem solving, organizational and leadership skills.
Compensation, Location & Benefits The salary offered will depend on the specific skills and experience of the selected candidate. This position is also eligible to participate in our annual bonus program. Salary range: $135,000 – 20% bonus potential.
401(k) program with 6% match
20 vacation days, 5 sick days and 9 observed holidays
Medical, dental and vision care benefits
Monthly cell phone stipend
esVolta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate all forms of diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. However you identify or whatever your path here, we encourage you to apply. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
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About The Role esVolta seeks motivated and energetic candidates to join our team as an Operations Engineer to support the integration, commissioning and performance management of utility‑scale battery energy storage projects from the Pre‑Commissioning phase through operations, to ensure successful execution and technical asset management of the BESS assets. The Operations Engineer is the primary technical point of contact for esVolta’s service providers, and the internal project team throughout commissioning and Asset Management activities. The role is to be the liaison between the EPC contractor’s, BESS OEM and EMS commissioning teams. This position is responsible for ensuring the timely completion of project commissioning and ensuring the technical reliability and performance of the energy storage fleet.
Core Responsibilities
Work as a leader, team member and individual contributor to develop & implement commissioning processes for battery energy storage systems, from initial planning to final verification by collaborating with project managers, project and SCADA engineers, construction teams, and other relevant stakeholders to facilitate a smooth commissioning process
Mentor Operations and SCADA and Integration Engineer(s), ensuring technical commissioning and operational performance and compliance with Utility, ISO/RTO, federal, state and local regulations
Develop commissioning plans, protocols, and checklists to ensure all aspects of the system are thoroughly tested to contractual and AHJ requirements
Manage equipment suppliers and host daily plan‑of‑the‑day (POD) with each supplier to report progress and work schedules
Evaluate comprehensive battery energy storage system tests to verify their functionality, performance, and safety. This includes assessing charging and discharging capabilities, response to grid signals, and overall system efficiency
Identify and resolve technical issues. Work closely with the Asset Management Team and equipment suppliers to address any system deficiencies or malfunctions
Maintain detailed records of activities, test results, and any modifications made to the system. Prepare comprehensive reports for internal and external stakeholders
Management and oversight of the site commissioning personnel, ensure construction testing and QA documentation is available and assembled into the turn‑over document books
Provide training to operation and maintenance teams on the functioning and maintenance of the commissioned energy storage systems
Supports Warranty requests for completed project sites. Assesses failure rates and expected lifetimes of storage components
Conducts root cause analysis or validates contractor‑provided root cause analysis
Development of technical documentation to support O&M activities and build expertise to serve as subject matter expert
Participate in regular project team meetings to ensure commissioning and operations engineering requirements are met on a timely basis
Develop and oversee storage augmentation plans and the implementation of site‑specific augmentation measures
Support the inventory and inspection process as major materials arrive to site: inspection, offload, receiving, and storage
Quality Assurance
Assists third parties/IE partners in confirming product performance including onsite meetings during site visits and to oversee tests
Support the final inspections and punch list process with contractors, vendors, independent engineers and management
Ensures the maintenance of high work quality within the Asset Management storage team
Safety
Assist project management and HSE team in developing and executing site specific safety programs and activities
Monitor and review trade partner work plans and activities for safety concerns
Participate in and contribute to project planning and hazard analysis
Maintains safe and clean working environment by enforcing procedures, rules, and regulations
Maintain operational knowledge of construction safety, OSHA, ANSI, NFPA, and other applicable standards, regulations, laws, and procedures
Serve as resource for safety issues or concerns for all project team members
Who You Are
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in commissioning and asset management within an Energy Storage integrator, EPC or O&M contractor
ABET accredited bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field. Professional Engineering status preferred
Must have a sound understanding of the commissioning and testing of Energy Storage projects
Familiarity with applicable standards including IBC, NFPA 855, CEC, CFC, IEEE, NEMA, NEC, OSHA, and UL
Experience in system engineering and solid understanding of related regulatory standards, including NEC/UL code compliance
Superior communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal
Outstanding interpersonal skills, including an ability to maintain calm and effective exchanges by all parties during stressful situations, and executive level reporting that ensures timely action and decision making in time‑pressured scenarios
Willingness to be remotely based and ability to travel to project sites
Willing to travel – estimated 30%.
Demonstrate strong teamwork orientation, initiative, communication, problem solving, organizational and leadership skills.
Compensation, Location & Benefits The salary offered will depend on the specific skills and experience of the selected candidate. This position is also eligible to participate in our annual bonus program. Salary range: $135,000 – 20% bonus potential.
401(k) program with 6% match
20 vacation days, 5 sick days and 9 observed holidays
Medical, dental and vision care benefits
Monthly cell phone stipend
esVolta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate all forms of diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. However you identify or whatever your path here, we encourage you to apply. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
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