Development Engineer at Scale Microgrids

Setup: Hybrid
Location: Oakland, California
Type: Full-time
Posted: Jan 26, 2026

Description

Scale Microgrids is seeking a Development Engineer to provide comprehensive engineering support for distributed energy and microgrid projects. The role involves designing electrical and physical systems for microgrids and DERs, collaborating with business development teams, investigating interconnections, and optimizing solar, battery, and generator designs. This hybrid position is based in Oakland or Santa Monica, CA, requiring extensive interaction with stakeholders and a deep understanding of renewable energy technologies.

Required Skills

Electrical Design
Physical Design
Technical Communication
Interconnection Applications
Switchgear Design
Solar Design Optimization
Battery Design Optimization
Generator Design Optimization
Rotating Power
Parallel Operation
Island Mode Operations
Utility Interconnection
Systems Controls
Communication Skills

Additional Information

Minimum Education: BS in Engineering is required; a BS in Electrical Engineering with a focus on the power side is preferred
Preferred Qualifications: Deep understanding of rotating power with reciprocating engines in the 200 to 2000kw size range per engine is preferred.
Understanding of onsite power generation, including parallel operation with the utility bus as well as with other DERs, both in grid parallel mode and island mode operations.
Solid understanding of the utility side of the interconnection.
Knowledge of the various DER power sources within the Microgrid and how they best interface with the utility to provide a more efficient system.
Knowledge of emissions from the utility side as well as each of the DERs.
Knowledge of systems controls for the DERs and how they can be utilized to accomplish specific operating goals while part of the Microgrid. These goals provide economic return to us and the customer.
Strong communication skills, including the ability to communicate with technical and non-technical people to make projects work.
PE in power or progressing towards that license is preferred
Advanced courses in power or a higher-level degree in the field are preferred

About Scale Microgrids

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At scale microgrid solutions, we are passionate about devoting our time and effort to problems worth solving. join us if you want to power the energy revolution.

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