Senior BESS Technician
Strata Clean Energy
Senior BESS Tech commissions, maintains, troubleshoots utility-scale battery storage systems.
23 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Durham, NC
Field
Company Size
400 Employees
Service Specialisms
Development
Financing
Engineering
Procurement
Construction
Operations and Maintenance
Performance Analytics
QA/QC Protocols
Sector Specialisms
Solar Power
Battery Storage
Power-to-X (P2X)
Renewable Energy
Utility-scale Clean Energy
Energy Storage
Grid-scale Renewable Energy
Industrial
Role
What you would be doing
commissioning
maintenance
fault diagnosis
safety compliance
field liaison
technical leadership
- Serve as liaison between field operations and engineering/support teams.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA, NFPA 70E, NEC, and company safety protocols.
- Perform commissioning, routine maintenance, and emergency repairs on BESS equipment (inverters, battery racks, PCS, HVAC, transformers, and switchgear).
- Interpret electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, and OEM manuals.
- Coordinate with contractors, utilities, and clients during system outages or upgrades.
- Travel to project sites, often on short notice, for scheduled or emergency service.
- Document all field activities, including service reports, commissioning records, and safety audits.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot system faults using SCADA, PLCs, and other diagnostic tools.
- Support remote monitoring and diagnostics teams with field-level feedback and analysis.
- Provide on-site technical leadership and mentoring for junior technicians.
What you bring
scada
modbus
bess
5+ yrs
oem certs
osha 30
- Experience with SCADA and industrial communication protocols (Modbus, CANbus, etc.)
- Ability to work independently in remote environments
- Adaptability to fast-paced, evolving technologies
- Familiarity with power plant operations, microgrids, or hybrid systems.
- Frequent travel up to 75%
- Strong communication and documentation skills
- Leadership and mentoring ability
- Outdoor work in varying weather conditions
- Availability for on-call rotations and emergency response
- Safety-focused mindset
- OEM certifications from BESS manufacturers (e.g., Tesla, Fluence, Sungrow, Powin, etc.)
- 5+ years of experience in field service, with at least 2 years specific to BESS or related power systems (PV, UPS, MV systems, etc.).
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, and work in confined spaces
- Strong understanding of AC/DC theory, 3-phase power systems, and energy storage system architectures.
- High school diploma or GED; Technical certification or associate degree in electrical, electronics, or mechanical engineering.
- Comfortable working on energized systems up to 1,000VDC / 480VAC.
- Problem-solving and critical thinking
- NABCEP, OSHA 30, NFPA 70E certification a plus.
- Proficient with test equipment (multimeters, insulation testers, IR cameras, etc.).
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel extensively.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Competitive salary based on experience
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Training and certification reimbursement
- Career growth opportunities in the renewable energy sector
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Company
Overview
4 GW developed
Projects developed
The company has developed 4 gigawatts of renewable energy projects.
13 GW pipeline
Future projects
The company holds a 13 gigawatt pipeline indicating future project developments.
$559 million raised
Financing secured
Secured $559 million in financing for a large-scale battery storage project.
1 GWh project
Battery storage
Developed a 1 gigawatt-hour battery storage project in Arizona.
- Founded in 2008 as a rooftop solar installer, it evolved into a utility‑scale clean energy powerhouse.
- Privately held and family‑owned, it focuses on long‑term performance with ownership of projects.
- Built standout projects like the Saticoy battery and Scatter Wash storage complex.
- Acquired Crossover Energy Partners to enhance customer origination, offtake structuring, and green hydrogen capabilities.
- Operates end‑to‑end across development, financing, EPC, and O&M, delivering turnkey utility‑scale renewable energy.
- Collaborative
- Fast-paced
- Creative
- Welcoming
- Challenging
- Passion-driven
- Safety always
- Responsible stewardship
- Serving communities
- Empowered team
- Strong ties
3,000 MW solar energy
Solar Energy Capacity
The company has developed and constructed a significant solar energy portfolio.
8,000 MW solar pipeline
Development pipeline
The company maintains an ambitious pipeline for future solar energy projects.
400 MWh battery storage
Saticoy facility
Eliminated a planned gas-fired peaker plant, showcasing impactful sustainability efforts.
5000 MW portfolio
Ops and maintenance
Currently managing a large portfolio of operational and maintained energy assets.
- Broke ground on 255 MW/1,020 MWh Scatter Wash battery storage complex, operational by April 2025.
- Secured $559 million financing for Scatter Wash project.
- Aiming for net zero emissions (cited commitment to 'striving for net zero emissions')
25% Veteran Workforce
Diverse Hiring Practices
25% of the workforce are veterans, reflecting a commitment to hiring from diverse backgrounds.
- All interviewers complete anti‑bias training
- DE&I team meets biweekly with monthly Awareness Moments
- Recruitment from HBCUs, military bases, professional groups, community re‑entry programs
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