AECOM · Phoenix, AZ

Senior Technical Lead - Microgrids at AECOM — Phoenix, AZ

Full-timePhoenix, AZPosted 2026-08-05Apply on SmartRecruiters

Full job description

  • Interface regularly with the clients to identify project needs, communicate engineering solutions, and strengthen client relationships.
  • Working with interdisciplinary technical leads in coordinated successful execution of projects
  • Coordinating internal resources and third parties/subcontractors for the technical execution of scope
  • Develop cost estimates to determine ROI
  • Write technical reports to communicate findings to clients and stakeholders
  • Develop detailed microgrid solutions utilizing industry recognized software (e.g. Homer Grid)
  • Review or originate solar engineering design packages
  • Review or originate energy production modeling
  • Developing and maintaining good client relationships across the portfolio
  • Lead and support development of technical proposals.
  • Training others to learn project management skills
  • Occasional travel within the United States will be required
  • Assist recruit and build a team of professionals to support the growth strategy

DCS—Energy

Minimum Requirements:

  • Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related field + 8 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
  • Relevant experience in energy services or related industry with:
  • Microgrid design and architecture as well as knowledge of energy storage systems
  • Knowledge of advancements in microgrid controls as well as up to date on regulatory and legislative aspects of microgrid deployment
  • Knowledge of renewable technologies and all components of microgrids and energy storage.
  • Single line diagrams
  • Experience utilizing software related to microgrid and renewables (e.g. Homer PRO, Helioscope)
  • Capability of developing detailed design documents

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Masters Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related field
  • Working knowledge of microgrid and battery regulations in large population centers such as California and New York
  • Experience in CAISO processes
  • PE license in either Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
  • Proven experience leading complex technical projects in multiple locations
  • Strong interpersonal, organizational, creative problem-solving, collaboration and leadership skills
  • Experience and recognition as a technical expert in their field
  • Proven ability to effectively communicate expectations and requirements with both clients and team members
  • An ability to apply acquired expertise and knowledge to solve business challenges and provide coaching to peers and team members
  • A track record of leveraging relationships to expand work with existing clients, identify new clients and recruit and retain in-house staff
  • Strongly skilled with AutoCAD
  • Expert usage of Microsoft Office products, including Microsoft Excel
  • Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.
  • Relocation is not available for this position.

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