Application Guide

How to Apply for BESS Field Manager, Central Texas

at Plus Power

🏢 About Plus Power

Plus Power is a market leader in standalone energy storage, with a 10+ GW portfolio across 25+ states. We're transforming North American grids by building cheaper, faster, and cleaner alternatives to natural gas plants. Our culture emphasizes high expectations, radical transparency, and internal partnering, making it an exciting place for mission-driven professionals.

About This Role

As BESS Field Manager for Central Texas, you'll oversee the commissioning, operations, and maintenance of battery energy storage systems (BESS) across multiple sites. This role is critical to ensuring our projects deliver reliable grid services and meet performance targets, directly impacting the clean energy transition.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might start with a remote check-in with site technicians, reviewing SCADA alarms and performance data. You could then travel to a site for a commissioning milestone, coordinate with contractors on a maintenance issue, and end the day updating stakeholders on project status via a concise report.

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🎯 Who Plus Power Is Looking For

  • Experienced in managing field operations for utility-scale BESS or renewable energy projects, with hands-on knowledge of battery systems, inverters, and SCADA.
  • Strong leadership skills to coordinate with contractors, technicians, and remote teams, ensuring safety and quality across multiple sites.
  • Proficient in data analysis and reporting, using tools like Excel or Power BI to track performance metrics and troubleshoot issues.
  • Based in or willing to relocate to Central Texas, with flexibility to travel to project sites as needed.

📝 Tips for Applying to Plus Power

1

Highlight specific BESS projects you've managed, including MW capacity, technology used, and outcomes achieved.

2

Quantify your impact: e.g., 'Reduced downtime by 20% through proactive maintenance scheduling' or 'Led commissioning of a 100 MW/200 MWh system.'

3

Mention familiarity with Plus Power's project portfolio or geographic focus (Central Texas) to show targeted interest.

4

Tailor your resume to emphasize field management, not just engineering; include examples of leading teams and contractors.

5

In your cover letter, reference Plus Power's culture of radical transparency and how you've fostered open communication in past roles.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your experience with BESS commissioning, operations, and field maintenance, especially in utility-scale projects.', "How you've managed remote or multi-site teams, ensuring safety and performance across locations.", "Alignment with Plus Power's mission to solve hard climate problems profitably, and your commitment to data-driven decision-making.", 'Specific examples of improving system reliability or reducing costs through innovative field management strategies.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Review Plus Power's project pipeline in Texas, including ERCOT interconnection queues and any operational sites.
  • → Understand Plus Power's technology partners (e.g., battery OEMs, inverter suppliers) and their common field issues.
  • → Study Texas's energy market dynamics, especially ERCOT's ancillary services and how BESS participates in frequency regulation.
  • → Familiarize yourself with Plus Power's company values and recent news about their growth or project milestones.

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Describe a time you resolved a major equipment failure at a BESS site. What steps did you take?
2 How do you prioritize maintenance tasks across multiple sites with limited resources?
3 Walk us through your approach to commissioning a new BESS project, from pre-commissioning checklists to final acceptance.
4 How do you ensure safety compliance for field teams working with high-voltage systems and lithium-ion batteries?
5 What metrics do you use to track BESS performance, and how would you report them to stakeholders?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting a generic resume without highlighting BESS-specific experience or field management skills.
  • Failing to demonstrate understanding of the Central Texas region or ERCOT market requirements.
  • Overlooking safety as a top priority; this role involves high-voltage systems, so safety culture is critical.
  • Not preparing examples of managing contractor relationships or resolving conflicts on-site.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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