DESRI: Manager or Senior Manager Engineer, Energy Storage

D.E. SHAW & CO., L.P. is seeking a Manager or Senior Manager Engineer for Energy Storage in Arvada, WY. The role involves ensuring efficient operation of energy storage assets, collaborating with various teams, and providing technical support across projects. Candidates should have a degree in engineering, experience in battery energy storage systems, and strong analytical and communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.
DESRI (formerly D.E.Shaw Renewable Investments) is seeking a talented and highly motivated individual to join its team as an engineer focused on energy storage. DESRI is a market-leading owner and operator of renewable energy projects throughout the United States. We have acquired or developed approximately 10 gigawatts of contracted capacity across a portfolio of over 70 renewable energy projects in 24 states. You’ll work with a growing team of engineers in a dynamic and agile organization, contributing to the success of renewable energy projects and the transition to a sustainable future. This role offers the opportunity to work in an inclusive, collaborative, and engaging working environment while championing DESRI’s brand as an industry leader.
What you’ll do day-to-day

You’ll play a critical role in ensuring the efficient and effective operation of energy storage assets. You’ll be tasked with collaborating with the engineering, procurement, and construction teams as projects mature by engaging in contract negotiations, developing analytical capabilities, providing due diligence coordination, and optimizing layout and project designs. In addition, you’ll maintain a technical library to conduct due diligence on various suppliers and you’ll provide technical input to supplier sizing and designs. You’ll provide technical support to various teams, including development, origination, financing, and insurance, by handling RFP technical submissions and review specifications. In this role, you’ll support land use collaboration and provide technical assistance for offtake agreements, including operating conditions and performance testing.
Who we’re looking for

A bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field is required.

Intellectually curious candidates with a passion for optimization and proven experience in battery energy storage systems (BESS) within the renewable energy industry will thrive in this role.

Impressive analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, and a keen attention to detail are required.

Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, and experience in a role involving multitasking and problem solving in a fast-paced environment is highly preferred.

The expected annual base salary for this position is $150,000 to $180,000. Our compensation and benefits package includes variable compensation in the form of a year-end bonus, guaranteed in the first year of hire, and benefits including medical and prescription drug coverage, 401(k) contribution matching, paid time off, wellness reimbursement, family building benefits, and a charitable gift match program.

At the D.E.Shaw group, we believe the diversity of our employees is core to our strength and success. We are committed to supporting our people in work and in life, which is why we offer benefits such as a family planning and surrogacy program and a charitable gift match to all full-time employees.

The members of the D.E.Shaw group do not discriminate in employment matters on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, caregiver status, or any other category protected by law. We are committed to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and are eager to hear from individuals having a wide range of backgrounds and personal characteristics.
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