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Critical Loop is shaping the next generation of energy systems by building the integrated edge grid of the future. Specializing in advanced energy management and battery control systems, Critical Loop empowers businesses and communities to seamlessly unite distributed energy resources for faster, more reliable, and affordable grid access. With deep expertise in grid modernization and a passion for creating resilient, responsive energy solutions, Critical Loop drives innovation at the intersection of technology and energy.
We are hiring an Operations Engineer to lead the deployment, operation, maintenance, and performance of our mobile BESS fleet. You will ensure safe and reliable field operations, drive rapid customer response, and maintain high system uptime across active sites.
You will also work closely with our controls and software teams to test and validate advanced control logic across diverse power applications. This is a hands-on, customer-facing role with direct impact on daily operations and product evolution. If you need close oversight to function or treat safety as secondary to speed, this is not the right fit.
Manage fleet scheduling, dispatch, deployment, and retrieval to ensure reliable service delivery across active customer sites
Oversee site readiness, electrical connections, grounding, and system startup during deployments
Execute commissioning of battery energy storage and power systems in the field, safely verifying de-energized conditions before every touch
Develop and execute preventive and corrective maintenance plans to maximize fleet uptime
Lead hands-on troubleshooting of electrical, mechanical, battery, and power electronics issues independently using a structured diagnostic process
Serve as the primary escalation point for on-site and remote troubleshooting and customer support
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Coordinate logistics, transportation, staging, and heavy equipment movement for deployments
Operate and test system control logic, state machines, and transitions between operating modes
Maintain accurate documentation on fleet status, maintenance activities, telemetry, and system performance
Communicate clearly with engineering teams on field findings and open issues, and with customers on status and resolution timelines
Provide on-call support in on-call rotation
Travel up to 50%
Experience with BESS, UPS, inverters, DC infrastructure, portable switchgear, or microgrid systems
Experience with mobile or portable power systems and fleet management
Basic coding experience or familiarity with Python, Julia, R, or MATLAB
Experience writing or modifying site configurations and defining state transitions for deployed systems
Familiarity with fleet management systems or telemetry platforms
Familiarity with Modbus or similar industrial control protocols
Prior background in a startup or fast-scaling operations environment
Certifications in battery systems, heavy equipment operation, or electrical safety
Critical Loop is an equal opportunity employer. We're committed to building a diverse team and creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
Critical Loop is a private industrial power company providing battery storage, microgrids, and controls to businesses and utilities.
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Onsite
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