What are the responsibilities and job description for the BESS Engineer I position at ENGIE North America Inc.?
What You Can Expect
At ENGIE, we believe the energy transition needs passionate engineers ready to shape tomorrow's grid. As a BESS Engineer I, you will contribute directly to developing utility-scale battery energy storage projects that deliver reliable, clean energy to communities across North America.
This is your opportunity to grow in one of the fastest-moving sectors of the energy industry. Working alongside experienced engineers and multidisciplinary teams, you will gain hands-on exposure to the full project lifecycle while helping solve technical challenges that support decarbonization and grid reliability.
In this role, you will support early-stage project development activities including system design, technology evaluation, conceptual site layouts, and technical due diligence for standalone and co-located energy storage projects. Collaborating with project developers, equipment suppliers, consultants, and engineering teams, you will help advance safe, reliable, and financeable energy storage solutions from concept through execution.
What You’ll Do
Salary Range: $63,300 – $96,945 USD annually
This represents the average expected pay range for a qualified candidate.
ENGIE complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws. Actual salary offered may vary depending on geography, experience, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors.
In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for a competitive bonus / incentive plan.
Your Talent Acquisition Partner can share more specific information regarding the benefits or the salary for the position based on the work location.
At ENGIE, we take your well-being seriously. Our comprehensive benefits package includes options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, ESPP, generous paid time off including wellness days, holidays and leave programs. We also help you plan for retirement by offering a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match. But that's not all – we're dedicated to the health and happiness of your entire family, offering supplemental benefits for full time employees that enhance emotional and physical well-being through all stages of life from family forming to caregiver benefits. Explore our benefits package to see how we can support you. Learn more .
Why ENGIE?
ENGIE North America isn’t just participating in the Zero-Carbon Transition, we’re leading it! Join us as we develop energy that is renewable, efficient, and accessible to everyone.
At ENGIE, every talent has a role to play in the adventure of the century. Make a difference and enjoy a fulfilling professional experience. Take on exciting challenges and build a career path that reflects who you are.
Join us and be part of the adventure!
ENGIE is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we are firmly committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
If you need assistance with this application or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at ENGIENA-ENGIEHR@engie.com. This email address is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and is not a means of inquiry regarding positions or application status.
We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role at any time.
The safety of our employees is our number one priority. All employees at ENGIE have both a duty and the authority to STOP WORK if unsafe acts are observed.
Company Name: ENGIE North America
Minimum Base Salary:
Maximum Base Salary:
Pay Basis:
At ENGIE, we believe the energy transition needs passionate engineers ready to shape tomorrow's grid. As a BESS Engineer I, you will contribute directly to developing utility-scale battery energy storage projects that deliver reliable, clean energy to communities across North America.
This is your opportunity to grow in one of the fastest-moving sectors of the energy industry. Working alongside experienced engineers and multidisciplinary teams, you will gain hands-on exposure to the full project lifecycle while helping solve technical challenges that support decarbonization and grid reliability.
In this role, you will support early-stage project development activities including system design, technology evaluation, conceptual site layouts, and technical due diligence for standalone and co-located energy storage projects. Collaborating with project developers, equipment suppliers, consultants, and engineering teams, you will help advance safe, reliable, and financeable energy storage solutions from concept through execution.
What You’ll Do
- Develop conceptual BESS site layouts using AutoCAD Civil3D, including battery blocks, inverters, equipment pads, access roads, and supporting infrastructure
- Define buildable areas by evaluating environmental constraints, setbacks, easements, grading limitations, and local ordinances
- Support BESS system sizing based on OEM specifications, energy market needs, interconnection constraints, and project objectives
- Prepare PDF drawing packages and engineering documentation, tracking assumptions, design iterations, and project status across multiple projects
- Translate GIS, survey, and constraint data into CAD-ready design inputs for early-stage feasibility studies
- Provide technical support for BESS project development under the guidance of senior engineers
- Communicate technical findings clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline is required
- Experience to be considered; internships, co-ops, or academic projects involving grid-scale BESS or renewable energy preferred
- Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil3D for conceptual site layout development
- Exposure to GIS software, spatial datasets, and coordinate systems is desirable
- Foundational understanding of BESS power and energy sizing principles and development-stage design considerations
- Organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
- Eagerness to learn, take direction, and grow within a collaborative engineering team
- This role is eligible for our hybrid in-office work policy and is not eligible for remote work
- Must be available to travel domestically up to 25% of the time and with the need for some overnight trips
- Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies
Salary Range: $63,300 – $96,945 USD annually
This represents the average expected pay range for a qualified candidate.
ENGIE complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws. Actual salary offered may vary depending on geography, experience, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors.
In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for a competitive bonus / incentive plan.
Your Talent Acquisition Partner can share more specific information regarding the benefits or the salary for the position based on the work location.
At ENGIE, we take your well-being seriously. Our comprehensive benefits package includes options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, ESPP, generous paid time off including wellness days, holidays and leave programs. We also help you plan for retirement by offering a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match. But that's not all – we're dedicated to the health and happiness of your entire family, offering supplemental benefits for full time employees that enhance emotional and physical well-being through all stages of life from family forming to caregiver benefits. Explore our benefits package to see how we can support you. Learn more .
Why ENGIE?
ENGIE North America isn’t just participating in the Zero-Carbon Transition, we’re leading it! Join us as we develop energy that is renewable, efficient, and accessible to everyone.
At ENGIE, every talent has a role to play in the adventure of the century. Make a difference and enjoy a fulfilling professional experience. Take on exciting challenges and build a career path that reflects who you are.
Join us and be part of the adventure!
ENGIE is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we are firmly committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
If you need assistance with this application or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at ENGIENA-ENGIEHR@engie.com. This email address is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and is not a means of inquiry regarding positions or application status.
We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role at any time.
The safety of our employees is our number one priority. All employees at ENGIE have both a duty and the authority to STOP WORK if unsafe acts are observed.
Company Name: ENGIE North America
Minimum Base Salary:
Maximum Base Salary:
Pay Basis:
Salary : $63,300 - $96,945