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Dreams drive our motivation. Dreams are our future. The world's dreams, people's dreams, our dreams. Our passion creates ideas that make dreams come alive. Technology and products that were only dreams become reality.\nAll for dreams. Dreams challenge and the Nidec-Group will continue to meet the challenge. For the world's and people's tomorrows; the world's first, the world's best technologies and products; we will continue our part in creating a better society.\nJob Summary\nNidec is the world’s leading manufacturer of electric motors, drives, and controls, powering nearly everything that spins and moves, from smartphones and household appliances to electric vehicles, factories, data centers, aircraft, and critical infrastructure.Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Kyoto, Japan, Nidec operates more than 300 group companies across 40+ countries, with over 100,000 employees worldwide. Rooted in Japanese craftsmanship and continuous improvement, we combine global capability with local expertise to solve complex challenges and keep the world moving.Job Description\nRole Overview\nThe BESS Electrical Power Systems Engineer is an expert-level engineering professional responsible for the design, analysis, integration, and technical leadership of Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) and renewable energy solutions. Serving as a subject matter expert in power systems engineering, grid interconnection, and energy storage applications, this role leads complex engineering efforts involving power system analysis, system architecture development, and customer-facing technical support. Operating with a high degree of autonomy, the position collaborates with customers, utilities, EPCs, consultants, product management, and engineering teams to develop safe, reliable, and cost-effective energy storage solutions.\nSuccess in this role is demonstrated through technical excellence, successful project execution, strategic influence on energy storage and power system solutions, and the ability to solve complex technical challenges that support business growth, innovation, and long-term customer success.\nResponsibilities and Duties:\nTechnical Leadership & Engineering Execution\nLead the technical development, evaluation, and integration of utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) solutions for utility, commercial, industrial, and renewable energy applications.\nServe as the organization's subject matter expert in power systems engineering, energy storage technologies, grid interconnection, and renewable energy integration.\nProvide technical expertise related to Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), power conversion systems (PCS), and grid-connected electrical infrastructure.\nDevelop system architectures, one-line diagrams, equipment specifications, technical reports, and engineering documentation to support project execution.\nEvaluate emerging technologies, market trends, and engineering solutions to influence product strategy, future energy storage offerings, and business growth.\nProvide advanced technical guidance and engineering recommendations to internal and external stakeholders.\nPower System Analysis & Design\nPerform and review electrical studies including load flow, short circuit, protection coordination, arc flash, reliability, and system performance analyses.\nAnalyze electrical system designs to ensure compliance with applicable electrical codes, utility requirements, industry standards, and customer specifications.\nSupport utility interconnection activities and provide technical expertise related to grid compliance, system modeling, and electrical performance.\nSupport interconnection studies and ensure compliance with utility, regional transmission organization, regulatory, and customer requirements.\nIdentify technical risks, develop mitigation strategies, and implement engineering solutions to support project success.\nResolve complex technical issues involving power systems, energy storage technologies, power conversion systems, and renewable energy applications.\nCustomer & Stakeholder Engagement\nServe as the primary technical resource for customers, utilities, EPCs, consultants, and internal stakeholders throughout project development and execution.\nLead technical discussions, presentations, design reviews, and solution evaluations with customers, utilities, and external partners.\nCollaborate with product management, commercial teams, operations, and engineering groups to align technical solutions with customer and business objectives.\nSupport proposal development, project planning, technical reviews, and strategic customer initiatives.\nCommunicate complex technical concepts, risks, and recommendations to both technical and non-technical audiences.\nProject Support & Continuous Improvement\nSupport factory acceptance testing (FAT), site acceptance testing (SAT), commissioning, startup, and field support activities as required.\nLead investigations and root cause analysis efforts to resolve engineering, operational, and customer issues.\nProvide technical coaching and guidance to engineers and cross-functional teams.\nDrive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance system performance, quality, reliability, safety, and operational effectiveness.\nSupport the development and refinement of engineering standards, methodologies, and technical processes within the organization.\nTravel and Working Conditions:\nDomestic and international travel up to 25% to customer locations, project sites, manufacturing facilities, and company locations as required.\nMust be able to support commissioning activities, startup events, troubleshooting efforts, and customer project schedules that may require work outside of normal business hours, including occasional evenings or weekends.\nMust be able to work in both indoor and outdoor conditions and wear required PPE in accordance with facility and regulatory safety requirements.\nRequired Qualifications:\nEducation & Experience\nBachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.\n8+ years of progressive experience in electrical power systems engineering, renewable energy, utility systems, battery energy storage systems (BESS), or related industries.\nExperience performing power system studies including load flow, short circuit, protection coordination, and arc flash analysis.\nExperience supporting utility interconnections and medium- or high-voltage electrical system design.\nExperience developing technical specifications, system architectures, engineering calculations, and project documentation.\nDemonstrated experience leading complex engineering projects and serving as a technical advisor to customers, utilities, and internal stakeholders.\nAdvanced knowledge of electrical power generation, transmission, distribution, protection systems, and grid interconnection principles.\nAdvanced understanding of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), power conversion systems, renewable energy technologies, and grid-support applications.\nProficiency with power system analysis software such as ETAP, SKM, EasyPower, PSCAD, PSS®E, or equivalent platforms.\nStrong knowledge of IEEE, NEC, NFPA, NERC, UL, and other applicable electrical codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.\nAbility to perform, interpret, and communicate complex electrical engineering analyses, models, and technical studies.\nStrong analytical, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and technical decision-making capabilities.\nPreferred Qualifications:\nEducation & Experience\nMaster's degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline preferred.\nProfessional Engineer (PE) license.\nExperience supporting utility-scale renewable energy or energy storage projects.\nExperience with distributed energy resources (DER), microgrids, or grid modernization initiatives.\nKnowledge of energy markets, grid services, and advanced energy management technologies.\nExperience working directly with utilities, EPC firms, consultants, and regulatory agencies.\nCore Competencies:\nDemonstrates expert engineering judgment and problem-solving skills when evaluating and resolving complex technical challenges.\nApplies strong technical acumen to interpret engineering drawings, electrical schematics, technical reports, and project documentation.\nEffectively influences technical decisions and collaborates across engineering, product management, operations, customers, utilities, and external stakeholders.\nCommunicates complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and 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