Structural Engineer

Catalyzing a cleaner future.

What You'll Do:

• Design and Analysis: Develop structural designs for Iron Flow Batteries, including foundations, racks, containers, and enclosures, ensuring stability under various environmental and operational conditions.
• Load Calculations: Perform detailed load analysis to account for the weight of battery units, electrical equipment, wind, seismic activity, and other structural forces.
• Material Selection: Work with product engineering team to choose appropriate construction materials (e.g., steel, concrete) based on durability, cost-effectiveness, and project specifications.
• Site Assessment: Review customer site data to understand geographical and environmental conditions, incorporating factors such as soil properties, wind loads, and seismic risks into the design.
• Collaboration with Electrical Engineers: Coordinate with electrical engineers and other team members to ensure structural designs accommodate electrical equipment and adhere to installation requirements.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all designs and constructions comply with local and national building codes, industry standards, safety regulations, and project-specific guidelines.
• Construction Oversight: Support customer project teams to ensure the proper installation of BESS infrastructure in accordance with design plans and specifications.
• Risk Management: Identify potential structural risks during the design and construction phases and propose solutions to mitigate those risks.
• Maintenance Planning: Design with future maintenance in mind, ensuring ease of access and safety for future inspection, repairs, or upgrades.
• Documentation: Prepare detailed engineering drawings, reports, and documentation to support design proposals and construction activities,

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent certification is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in structural engineering in the energy, utility, or renewable energy sectors, with a preference for direct BESS experience.
• Experience in designing and constructing structures in energy storage, renewable energy, or power systems projects is a plus.
• Proficiency in structural analysis software (e.g., STAAD Pro, SAP2000, or similar tools).
• Familiarity with industry standards such as ASCE, AISC, ACI, and IBC.
• Strong understanding of seismic design, wind load analysis, and geotechnical principles.
• Knowledge of local and international building codes and safety regulations.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

• Experience working on Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) or renewable energy projects.
• Knowledge of electrical systems and how they interact with structural designs.
• Familiarity with environmental considerations and sustainability principles in structural design.
• Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Benefits of joining the ESS team

• Excellent base salary and targeted annual bonus structure.
• Significant equity/stock package in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs).
• Company 401k program with up to a 4% match.
• Comprehensive employee benefits package, including Cigna medical/dental/vision coverage, life insurance, disability protection, as well as excellent PTO and 8 company paid holidays.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Relocation assistance for non-local candidates.