Application Guide

How to Apply for Operations Engineer

at esVolta

🏢 About esVolta

esVolta is a leader in large-scale battery energy storage solutions specifically designed to enhance grid sustainability and reliability. What makes them unique is their focus on empowering the grid through innovative storage technology, positioning them at the forefront of the clean energy transition. Someone might want to work there to contribute directly to advancing renewable energy infrastructure and combating climate change.

About This Role

This Operations Engineer role involves leading and implementing commissioning processes for battery energy storage systems from planning to final verification, ensuring compliance with utility, ISO/RTO, and regulatory standards. It's impactful because you'll directly enable the deployment of critical energy storage infrastructure that supports grid stability and renewable integration, while mentoring engineers and managing supplier relationships.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might start with a daily POD meeting with equipment suppliers to review progress and schedules, followed by developing or refining commissioning protocols for an upcoming battery storage project. You'd likely spend time collaborating remotely with project managers and SCADA engineers to ensure testing aligns with utility requirements, while also mentoring operations staff on compliance issues.

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🎯 Who esVolta Is Looking For

  • Has 3+ years of hands-on commissioning and asset management experience specifically within an Energy Storage integrator, EPC, or O&M contractor (not just general power systems)
  • Holds an ABET-accredited electrical engineering degree, with Professional Engineering status being a significant advantage
  • Possesses deep, practical knowledge of commissioning/testing for Energy Storage projects, not just theoretical understanding
  • Is thoroughly familiar with key standards like NFPA 855, IEEE, NEC, OSHA, and UL as they apply to battery storage systems

📝 Tips for Applying to esVolta

1

Quantify your experience with specific Energy Storage projects—mention project sizes (MW/MWh), technologies used, and your direct role in commissioning phases

2

Explicitly list your familiarity with each required standard (IBC, NFPA 855, CEC, IEEE, NEC, OSHA, UL) in your resume, as this is a compliance-heavy role

3

Highlight any remote collaboration experience, since this is a remote position requiring coordination with distributed teams and suppliers

4

Demonstrate leadership in commissioning processes by describing how you've developed plans/protocols or mentored engineers in past roles

5

Tailor your application to esVolta's mission by connecting your experience to grid sustainability and large-scale storage deployment

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

["Your direct experience with Energy Storage commissioning (not just general power systems) and how it aligns with esVolta's large-scale battery focus", 'Specific examples of developing commissioning plans/protocols or managing supplier POD meetings in previous roles', "How you've ensured compliance with utility/ISO/RTO regulations and standards like NFPA 855 in past projects", 'Your ability to mentor engineers and collaborate cross-functionally in a remote setting']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → esVolta's current and past projects (check their website or news for specific deployments) to understand their technology and scale
  • → Recent developments in grid-scale battery storage regulations, especially in California (where esVolta is active) regarding ISO/RTO requirements
  • → Industry challenges specific to battery energy storage commissioning, such as safety protocols or interoperability testing
  • → esVolta's partnerships or supplier relationships to contextualize the equipment management aspect of the role

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Walk us through your experience commissioning a specific battery energy storage project, including challenges with regulatory compliance
2 How would you develop a commissioning plan for a new esVolta project to meet both contractual requirements and AHJ standards?
3 Describe your approach to managing equipment suppliers and conducting daily POD meetings to track progress
4 How do you stay current with evolving standards like NFPA 855 and IEEE as they apply to energy storage?
5 Can you give an example of mentoring an engineer on technical commissioning or operational performance issues?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Applying with only general power systems or renewable energy experience without specific Energy Storage commissioning background
  • Failing to demonstrate knowledge of the required standards (e.g., confusing NEC with other codes) in your application materials
  • Overlooking the leadership/mentoring aspects by focusing solely on individual technical contributions

📅 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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