Energy Storage - Controls Manager I or II

Energy Storage - Controls Manager I or II (Commissioning Manager) 

Location: Remote, up to 25% travel

***We do not provide visa sponsorship for this position***

SUMMARY  

Mortenson is currently seeking an experienced Controls Manager I or II to join our Energy Storage group responsible for providing project execution and design technical leadership, as well as effective customer relationship management with new and existing customers. Support our continued growth by aiding in the development, roll-out and execution of early-stage Energy Storage planning and development service offerings and providing technical support throughout the testing and commissioning of Energy Storage projects.

 Location: Remote.  Any home base location in the United States

 Travel: Ability to travel up to 25%  

 This position offers opportunities at both levels 1 and 2, allowing candidates to apply based on their experience and qualifications. Compensation for this role is determined based on factors such as experience and location.  

 RESPONSIBILTIES 

• Review design documents to ensure compliance with contract expectations, noting and resolving issues or conflicts that could impact installation or other trades involved with project 

• Technical Electrical Support  

• Review contractual design, commissioning, testing, and turnover requirements.  

• Understanding of PPA and Interconnection design, testing and turnover requirements.  

• Coordinate plans and specifications with engineers, identifying and clarifying any discrepancies  

• Provide operational analysis and be able to provide technical guidance to Mortenson project teams and trade partners for troubleshooting performance issues 

• Provide updates and guidance to customers regarding their questions/concerns regarding the performance of projects 

• Provide guidance to Mortenson project teams with regards to what issues are/are not in Mortenson’s contractual scope to address/rectify 

• Ability to simplify complex technical issues to audiences that are not as technically knowledgeable. 

Project team support 

• Coach, mentor and train field personnel, forepersons, and superintendents  

• Establish and nurture teamwork environment  

• Ensure crews have technical resources and support  

• Develop leadership potential through appropriate task assignments and career growth opportunities  

• Implement Mortenson’s Zero Injury Safety Program while at project site  

• Assist with technical troubleshooting during commissioning as necessary 

QUALIFICATIONS 

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent field experience  

• Minimum 5 years working with power plants utilizing inverter based resources ideally at the utility scale.  

• Low, medium, and high voltage technical knowledge proficiency 

• Specialized knowledge/experience in an area of electrical DC systems, low voltage AC systems, controls, and substations  

• Current driver’s license 

• Detailed understanding of utility-scale power plants utilizing inverter based resources and associated control schemes, ideally experience developing such control schemes 

• Understanding of networking and communication systems as they pertain to utility-scale installations 

• SCADA equipment programming and troubleshooting as PLC’s, HMI’s, Network switches 

• Working knowledge of latest NESC, NEC, IEEE, NEMA, and OSHA codes and standards and industry safety requirements and methods 

• Electrical Construction Management-Physical electrical understanding and Cost issue understanding 

• Understanding of testing associated with PPAs, LGIA’s, and Transmission System Operator requirements 

• Strong Teamwork Orientation -Leader of people and issues, especially in a group and with a customer and many other technical parties 

• Ability to work through technical and ambiguous electrical problems organize and manage multiple project tasks  

• Technical consensus building capabilities, working with internal / external partners to define technical direction 

• Technical risk understanding and how to manage it. 

A few benefits offered include:  

(for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25+ hours / week) 

• Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage  
• Dental plan  
• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match  
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves  
• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance  
• No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources 
• Tuition reimbursement  
• Adoption Assistance   
• Gym Membership Discount Program   

The base pay range for this role is $125,600  - $188,400 MAX. (Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL – 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR – 10%, Washington, D.C. – 12.5%). 

Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity.  This position is eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan. 

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**Please make note:  

• Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.  
• Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.  

ABOUT MORTENSON 

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.  

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Equal Employment Opportunity 

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category. 

 Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement. 

Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.