- Location
- Birmingham, AL, US
- Department
- Engineering
- Experience
- 8+ years
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- iCIMS
Description
About Us
Quanta Power Solutions brings together the industry-leading capabilities and resources of Quanta's operating companies to deliver complete EPC solutions. Our integrated approach spans power generation, battery energy storage, renewables, transmission, substation, and underground infrastructure — from concept to commissioning, we execute complex power infrastructure projects with the speed, certainty, and operational excellence our customers depend on.
At Quanta Power Solutions, we are driven by a culture of safety, integrity, and disciplined execution — and we're building a team that shares that commitment.
About this Role
Quanta Power Solutions are seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer specializing in Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) to lead complex analytical projects supporting the planning, design, and operation of BESS and electrical power systems. This role requires deep technical expertise, leadership in study execution, and the ability to provide strategic guidance to clients and internal teams. The ideal candidate will serve as a subject matter expert in system modeling, simulation, and grid performance analysis across utility, industrial, and renewable energy systems, and specifically BESS.
What You'll Do
- Lead and perform advanced power system studies including load flow, short circuit, transient stability, dynamic modeling, harmonics, and EMT simulations
- Serve as a technical authority for system studies, providing guidance and oversight to junior engineers and project teams
- Develop, validate, and maintain complex power system models for transmission and distribution networks
- Lead interconnection studies for generation projects (renewables, storage, and conventional generation)
- Perform and review arc flash studies and develop mitigation strategies in accordance with NFPA 70E and IEEE 1584
- Oversee protection coordination studies and evaluate system protection schemes
- Provide technical input for system planning, expansion studies, and reliability assessments
- Interface with clients, utilities, and regulatory bodies to present study results and recommendations
- Review and approve technical reports and deliverables
- Support business development efforts including proposals and cost estimates
What You'll Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (Master’s preferred)
- 8–15+ years of experience in power system studies or related roles
- Expertise in tools such as PSS®E, PSCAD, ETAP, SKM, or PowerWorld
- Strong knowledge of transmission and/or distribution systems
- Experience with interconnection processes and grid codes (NERC, FERC, ISO/RTO)
- Deep understanding of protective relaying and system dynamics
- Proven leadership and mentoring experience
- Strong communication and client-facing skills
What You'll Get
- Acts as a senior technical advisor on complex engineering challenges
- Mentors and develops junior engineers
- Influences technical standards and best practices
- Supports client relationships and project success
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.
