Job Application for BESS Engineer at IPX Power USA, LLC

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IPX Power, a clean energy company, develops, owns, and operates some of the world’s largest energy resources, delivering affordable, reliable power to utilities and other customers. We’re in a rapid growth phase with 4.3 GW of solar PV and 8.8 GWh of battery storage in construction or operation, with more projects under various stages of development.

IPX is a profitable, well capitalized, independent power producer that has delivered billions of dollars of industrial-scale clean energy infrastructure. The company was recently formed as a spin-out of Intersect, as a result of their recent acquisition by Google. IPX is supported by long-standing existing investors TPG Rise Climate, Climate Adaptive Infrastructure, and Greenbelt Capital Partners.

IPX is rooted in a culture of collaboration, creativity, and operational excellence. We’re building and operating billions of dollars in assets and seeking people eager to develop, build, and operate one of the world’s largest renewables and storage portfolios.

About This Role
The Energy Storage Engineering Manager will lead design engineering for energy storage systems (ESS) coupled with the PV Solar projects of the IPX Power portfolio. The energy storage systems will comprise of battery storage, hydrogen, mechanical, thermal, and various other technologies.

What You'll Do

Lead and maintain ownership over the technical design (system sizing, arrangement, electrical modelling, and balance of system for ESS) to ensure performance over the life of the system meets the required contractual offtake agreements and financial model expectations
Lead cross functional design and ESS optimization efforts accountable for targeting the lowest LCOE
Lead the development of tools and/or software for analysis and calculation to create fast, accurate, and comprehensive performance results and estimates
Responsible for development and maintenance of technical specifications, design criteria, standards, and exhibits (EPC technical exhibits, testing protocols, vendor specifications, etc.) to ensure all documentation is comprehensive and maintains a high- quality product
Lead the technical aspects of energy storage PPA negotiations, accountable for meeting the offtake requirements with a cost-optimized and constructable solution
Aid in EPC RFP and commercial supply agreements to ensure technical requirements are accurately defined and reflected while ensuring lower LCOE
ESS technical lead for IE diligence and project financing
Lead equipment and technology selection, analyze new technology with suppliers, EPCs, and IEs to understand bankability, performance, and design impacts
Work cross functionally between development, land, and engineering teams
Interface, communicate, and establish relationships with ESS integrators or vendors
Ensure timely and cost-effective resolutions for regulatory, permitting, and technical issues associated with the execution and delivery of ESS
Ensure the highest level of environmental health and safety standards in all engineering with aspects of ESS

What You'll Bring:

Minimum Experience
- Minimum of 4 years leading the technical scope on utility-scale energy storage systems through these 4 phases: Development, Design, Contracting with equipment manufacturers and EPC/Integrators, and Construction
  - Operations a plus
- A deep understanding of lithium-ion battery (LiB) technology and ESS; advantages and trade-offs of the different chemistries, system design, optimization levers, cost drivers, contracting pitfalls, construction challenges, life cycle use and challenges
- The ideal candidate also has exposure or experience in working with or evaluating alternative storage technologies (flow batteries, hydrogen, compressed air, etc.)
Qualitative Experience
- Commercially minded engineer focused on LCOE
- Possesses the ability to quantify risk and opportunities around unknowns in design and technology
- Understands solar and ESS development processes
- Thrives in a cross functional environment, able to guide discussion and identify dependencies between design, production, cost, land use, and LCOE

Skills & Knowledge

Working knowledge and practical understanding of the relevant codes and standards for LiB ESS and inverters (NEC, IBC, IFC, NFPA, UL, IEC) and how they are applied to the various life cycles of permitting, design, construction, and operation
Proficiency in scripting or automation tools such as VBA, Matlab, Python, or similar
Background in power plant controls architecture and SCADA is a plus

Academic Background

BS in Electrical Engineering or equivalent; Master’s or PhD is a plus

Total Rewards

We care about your well-being, growth, and balance. Here’s how we support you:

Compensation: USD $180,000- $195,000 (total compensation includes base salary + bonus)

Health & Wellness: 100% premium coverage for you and your dependents on medical, dental, and vision

Time to Recharge: Unlimited PTO, plus two company-wide breaks (Fourth of July & end of year)

Family Support: Up to 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave, plus 6 additional weeks for birth parents; access to family planning support via Carrot and Maven

Mental Health: Free access to Spring Health which includes 5 free Therapy & psychiatry sessions, plus a Headspace account for mindfulness and meditation through our physical health vendor, Wellhub+

Retirement: 3% non-elective employer contribution to your 401k or RRSP, ensuring your financial future is on the right track

Perks & Extras: $150 monthly food stipend, $150 monthly reimbursement for cell phone/ internet, pet insurance allowance, full home office setup and free access to UrbanSitter with $625 in quarterly paid company credits, ActiveHero, and One Medical

Ready to take ownership of critical clean energy assets and help drive reliable performance? Apply now and play a key role in powering the transition to renewable energy.

Equal Employment Opportunity

IPX Power is committed to maintaining a workplace where all individuals are treated with dignity and respect. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical leave status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

These principles apply to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, compensation, promotion, benefits, and disciplinary actions.

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