Description
About the role:
Plus Power recruits outstanding energy industry professionals who are driven to develop, build and operate assets safely and reliably while growing their careers. Our team looks for data-driven and fact-based mindsets, engaging and collaborative behaviors, and personal growth-focused professionals.
We are looking for a Senior Project Engineer to join the Preconstruction Team within the Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) department. This qualified individual would work under the guidance of a Preconstruction Manager to help evaluate the technical feasibility of project opportunities, advancing projects through the development process, and into execution.
Key Responsibilities:
Assess energy storage technologies and site layout options with respect to long-term project performance requirements to deliver maximum potential project value while minimizing execution and operating risks
Analyze, assess, and present project technical risks and determination of de-risking solutions
Develop project capital and operational cost estimates and milestone schedules to be used in project financial valuation models
Provide technical and project management support throughout the development cycle, including site visits, interfacing with third-party consultants, and supporting meetings with local project authorities
Support offtake, equipment procurement, as well as engineering and construction contracting activities to move projects towards NTP
Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related discipline required
Minimum of 8 years of professional experience in technical roles or fields
Experience in Power, Energy, Renewables, or BESS with familiarity of industry-specific terminology required
Knowledge of value proposition and technical fundamentals of energy storage development
Broad knowledge required with preference for additional depth in one or more focus areas
Demonstrated success with technical-commercial contract negotiations to support offtake, equipment supply, engineering, and construction agreements
Experience reviewing engineering drawings and specifications
Experience with AutoCAD
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and effectively in a cross-functional environment with both technical and non-technical team members who are geographically dispersed
Proactive mindset to identify risks or obstacles ahead of time and drive solutions
Strong decision-making skills with the ability to analyze complex information and make sound, timely choices aligned with organizational goals
Persuasive, clear, and concise writing and presentation skills
Intermediate to advanced proficiency in the Microsoft suite of tools and applications including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
Ability and willingness to travel domestically approximately 25% of the time.
Compensation, Location, and Benefits
Highly competitivetotal compensationfrom one of North America’s leading energy storage developers,ownersand operators. Flexible, work from home or hybrid work from Plus Power’s officesin San Francisco, Houston, Chicago, Seattle, New York, PalmBeachand Birmingham.
The expected salary range* for this position begins at $120,000. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant experience, skills, qualifications, geographic labor market, and other factors consistent with applicable law. This position is also eligible to participate in our annual bonus program.
Plus Power offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, unlimited vacation, flexible remote work, work from home stipend, educational assistance, parental leave, and a highly engaging company culture with opportunities for in-person connection and learning and growth.
The deadline* for applying to this role is 3/6/2026.
