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Legal Director

Ridgewood, NJ · On-site

Microgrid & Data Center Architecture: Support our business development and other cross-functional teams involved in deploying complex microgrid, energy center, and power infrastructure offerings ...

Scale Microgrid Solutions

Legal Director

New York, NY · On-site

Microgrid & Data Center Architecture: Support our business development and other cross-functional teams involved in deploying complex microgrid, energy center, and power infrastructure offerings ...

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Controls Engineer

New York, NY · Hybrid

$91K - $118K/yr

Learn our microgrid controls and perfect them for each project The Ideal Candidate * Strong working experience with PLC programming, controls engineering, and various automation systems * Experience ...

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Legal Director

Ridgewood, NJ · On-site

$150 - $200/hr

Microgrid & Data Center Architecture: Support our business development and other cross‑functional teams involved in deploying complex microgrid, energy center, and power infrastructure offerings ...

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As of Jul 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for microgrid in the United States is $34.35, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $40.62 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What types of projects or daily tasks can I expect when working as a Microgrid Engineer or Specialist?

As a Microgrid Engineer or Specialist, you will frequently work on designing, optimizing, and overseeing the installation of distributed energy systems that may incorporate solar, wind, battery storage, and traditional generators. Your daily responsibilities often involve system modeling, load analysis, performance monitoring, and troubleshooting, as well as engaging with utility partners, customers, and regulatory agencies. Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams is common, requiring clear communication to coordinate project milestones and ensure compliance with safety standards. This dynamic role offers opportunities to develop innovative solutions for a more resilient and sustainable energy infrastructure.

What is a Microgrid job?

A Microgrid job typically involves designing, developing, managing, and optimizing microgrid systems that integrate renewable energy, battery storage, and traditional power sources. Professionals in this field work on improving energy resilience, efficiency, and sustainability for communities, businesses, and critical infrastructure. Roles can include engineering, project management, operations, and policy development. The job may also require expertise in energy management software, grid integration, and regulatory compliance.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Microgrid position, and why are they important?

To excel as a Microgrid Engineer or Specialist, you need a solid understanding of electrical engineering principles, renewable energy systems, and power distribution, often supported by a degree in engineering or a related field. Proficiency with software tools such as SCADA, Energy Management Systems (EMS), and grid modeling platforms, along with certifications like Professional Engineer (PE) or microgrid-specific credentials, is beneficial. Strong problem-solving abilities, teamwork, and effective communication skills are essential for collaborating with various stakeholders and responding to operational challenges. These skills ensure the safe, efficient, and reliable design, operation, and maintenance of microgrid systems in increasingly decentralized energy markets.

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Infographic showing various Microgrid job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 77% Physical, 7% Hybrid, and 16% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $71,438 per year, or $34.3 per hour.
Development Engineer

Development Engineer

Scale Microgrid Solutions

New York, NY • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 26 days ago

Job description

We are looking for a Development Engineer to provide comprehensive engineering support for our distributed energy and microgrid projects. Our projects typically include managing a variety of DER and microgrid assets - such as solar, energy storage, controls, and reciprocating engines.
This role will report to our Manager of Development Engineering and will be a hybrid role based out of Ridgewood, NJ, or NYC office.
Key responsibilities will include:
  • Create electrical and physical designs for microgrid and DER systems, accounting for existing electrical infrastructure, AHJ requirements, and other site constraints.
  • Utilize your strong technical and communication skills to identify and communicate technical constraints and possibilities to other internal and customer stakeholders.
  • Work extensively with our Business Development (BD) teams to evaluate and develop the right technical solutions.
  • Work with the BD, execution, and commercial teams on specific projects to ensure the Microgrid integration is technically sound, practical, and cost-effective. This includes working with existing service entrance one-line drawings or creating new ones to provide the best design interface for functionality and cost.
  • Investigate the interconnection, which includes submitting interconnection applications and completing modifications to existing design concepts that are applicable to each site.
  • Work with switchgear manufacturers (and other OEMs) like Schneider Electric to ensure switchgear designs meet project requirements, including site constraints and utility requirements, within cost and schedule constraints. This includes working at voltage levels of 34.5kV, 23kV, 13.8kV, 4160V, 480V, and 208V, depending on site and system size.
  • Provide significant input to the solar, battery, and generator designs to optimize performance, reliability, and sustainability for each customer site.
  • Collaborate with the rest of the development engineering team, as well as other internal stakeholders, to continually improve templates and processes and enable continuous improvement.

The Ideal Candidate
  • 2+ years of experience in the design and construction of power/generation/renewable energy projects.
  • Thorough technical understanding of distributed energy technologies, including some combination of solar, battery, and reciprocating engines/turbines.
  • An 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 the customer and us.
  • Strong communication skills, including the ability to communicate with technical and non-technical people to make projects work.
  • A BS in Electrical Engineering is required; a focus on the power side is preferred.
  • PE in power or progressing towards that license is preferred.
  • Advanced courses in power or a higher-level degree in the field are preferred.

This is a great opportunity to have a long-term impact on a fast-paced, private equity-backed growth business. Some of the core virtues embraced by Scales' employees include:
• Do the Right Thing
• Act Like an Owner
• Hustle
• Demand Results
• Go Together
• Evolve or Disappear
We offer a competitive compensation package and a comprehensive benefits program including medical benefits, paid vacation and holidays, and 401K matching.
About Scale Microgrids
Scale is redefining resilience, with advanced microgrids that go beyond traditional backup power solutions to give businesses the power to adapt and thrive amid all of today's growing energy challenges. As a vertically-integrated provider of turnkey advanced microgrid systems, Scale combines project design, engineering, and execution expertise with microgrid-as-a-service financing to offer our customers systems that are optimized to deliver maximum value from day one while ensuring ultra-reliable operations and fast time-to-power.
Scale is backed by EQT, a firm with ~$250B in assets, bringing a depth of experience, resources, and capital that will enable Scale to continue pursuing our vision of powering the world with distributed energy. The investment enables Scale to own and operate billions of dollars in distributed generation assets. To learn more about Scale Microgrids, please visit https://www.scalemicrogrids.com.
About EQT
EQT is a leading purpose-driven global investment organization with EUR 246 billion in total assets under management, divided into two business segments: Private Capital and Real Assets. EQT owns portfolio companies and assets in Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Americas and supports them in achieving sustainable growth, operational excellence, and market leadership. To learn more about EQT, please visit https://eqtgroup.com.
Scale strives to attract and retain a workforce that reflects the composition of our customer base and communities. We are committed to providing a work environment that provides everyone with equal access and opportunity to contribute and drive meaningful outcomes. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply and will consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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