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We spearhead efforts to improve the performance of the existing plants via augmentation, design solutions to enable rapid return to service when equipment suffers casualties, and provide technical solutions when engineering support is needed by the site operations teams and asset management. The team interacts directly with the BESS power plant’s operators, asset managers, and other support roles within RWE America.\nThis position will be the key analyst, reviewer, and SME for these efforts. Day-to-day work involves interaction with other engineers, staff, and plant operators to determine root causes of failures and evaluate the impact of proposed improvements, expansion, and equipment. The engineer will also lead annual capacity tests and provide analysis to make decisions on BESS augmentation.\nThe role leads efforts from opportunity identification through ‘go/no-go’ decisions and eventual completion of projects. Work involves collaboration with field staff, third party providers, and manufacturers - assessing how to improve plant energy yield.\nRole Responsibilities:\nReview and analyze equipment faults and failures, as-built information, operations history, and data. Scrutinize based on downtime, cost, safety, and manpower. Capture technical, safety, and budgetary risks and assess them\nCoordinate BESS collection requirements amongst teams to ensure Availability, Capacity, SOC, cycling/throughput, ramp rates, standby, discharge, and charging metrics are met\nEnsure tracking, monitoring, and alarming of all warranty requirements are met, and understand the differences across OEMs\nAnalyze the current portfolio together with the data analysts and determine upgrades and improvements to the power generation fleet to increase output and improve safety. Provide detailed recommendations for increased analysis and reporting to operations and data analytics teams\nPerform Root Cause Analysis (RCA) of failure modes in the RWECE BESS fleet with subsequent analysis of potential improvements to increase reliability and production\nUnderstands site-specific requirements and interconnection agreements, evaluates and selects alternatives, documenting the rationale and lessons learned along the way. Provides lessons learned to internal engineering for continuous improvement\nInteracts with Operations teams throughout the asset’s life to provide guidance on means and methods as needed. Travels to site to see equipment conditions, observe means and methods, and provide feedback.\nEngage external vendors. Research and apply new industry innovations to technical issues\nIndependently support operations where needed in immediate troubleshooting and issues\nAs needed, lead external and internal teams to independently produce design drawings, calculations, and procedures for internal and external teams\n\nJob Requirements and Experiences:\nBachelor of Science or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Civil Engineering, or similar field of engineering or equivalent experience\nE.I.T. certification preferred; Professional Engineering Certification is a plus\nA minimum of 7 years of professional experience in electrical operations, asset management, or design. A graduate degree in related fields may be considered as some relevant experience\nStrong track record in operations, field support, RFI’s, and working with multidisciplinary teams\nPrior experience in the operation or design of Battery Energy Storage Systems, solar power plants, power distribution, substations, and/or conventional power generation preferred\nStrong interpersonal skills, with an ability to manage customer relationships\nSolves complex and cross-functional engineering problems\nDesigns and implements long-term technical solutions fleet-wide.\nProficiency with AutoCAD, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook), Teams, Python\nStrong quantitative and data analysis skills\nEnergetic leadership, communication, and organization skills\nAbility to multitask while working independently and as part of a team\nMotivated self-starter, goal-oriented, and strong problem-solving abilities\nStructured in analyzing equipment, with an eye towards constructability and ease of operation\nAbility to empathize, build relationships, and effectively communicate with people from a diverse set of backgrounds\nReviews field requirements, changes to meet operations’ needs, and is flexible\nTakes ownership of projects and is proactive in resolving issues\nWork Environment:\nThis position is an office-based role with some travel and visits to other RWECE offices and field locations. The employee must be able to sit, walk, or stand for long durations of time.\nApplicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. RWE Americas is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.\nPay range: The annual base salary range for this position in Illinois and New York City is $145,000-$150,000. The listed salary range represents our good faith estimate for this position and represents the range for new hire salaries across all U.S locations. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. RWE considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s education & work experience, training & certifications, and key skills as well as market and business considerations at the time of the offer.\nBenefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. Eligible employees also participate in short-term incentives, in addition to salary.\nApply with just a few clicks: ad code 93774\nAny questions? Contact \nWe look forward to meeting you. Of course, you can find us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and Xing, too.\nAll 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.\nRWE Americas, a subsidiary of RWE, is a US-based energy company that is helping to meet the growing demand for energy across the United States. Backed by RWE’s 125-year global legacy of managing diverse power assets, RWE Americas operates approximately 13 GW of power projects across 27 states. With a talented workforce of 2,000 employees, RWE Americas develops, constructs and operates wind, solar and battery storage projects, along with natural gas-powered generation, that safely deliver affordable, reliable electricity to our customers. Committed to responsible development, RWE Americas invests in local and rural communities, creating jobs and partnering with stakeholders to support and strengthen the places where we live and work. Learn more about how RWE Americas is generating impact at americas.rwe.com.\nAt RWE Americas, we foster a culture defined by our Essential Behaviors - Have Courage, Create Impact and Actively Collaborate. We encourage bold thinking and continuous learning, and we value ownership, resilience and inclusion in everything we do. When you join us, you become part of a team that supports your development, respects your contributions and celebrates shared success. 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