BESS Grid Engineer

Overview

Job Title : BESS Solar Storage Technician

Location : Nationwide (U.S. – Travel Required)

Contract Length : 1 Year (with potential for permanent hire by GE after 6–12 months)

Travel & Per Diem : All travel expenses covered + daily per diem

Pay : 40-55 / hr for techs, 70-80 / hr for engineers

About the Role : We are hiring 10–15 BESS Solar Storage Technicians and Commissioning Engineers / Managers to support our clients\' Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects across the U.S. These roles are critical to the commissioning and operational success of solar + storage installations. Technicians will rotate across multiple project sites, typically staying 3–4 months per site. The work is hands-on, dynamic, and ideal for individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy solving complex technical challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Commission and troubleshoot BESS systems, including inverters, battery subsystems, and control systems.
• Collaborate with solar field technicians and commissioning engineers to ensure seamless integration and operation.
• Document commissioning activities thoroughly and accurately.
• Identify and resolve technical issues in real-time, working closely with engineering teams.
• Maintain strict adherence to safety protocols and proactively address any violations.
• Train and mentor junior technicians or team members on BESS systems when needed.
• Adapt to new tasks and technologies with a proactive, team-oriented mindset.

Ideal Candidate Profile

With over 90 years\' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world\'s leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.

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