Systems Engineer - Battery Storage at xAI

Memphis, Tennessee, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Artificial Intelligence, Energy StorageIndustries

Requirements

BS or MS in Electrical, Mechanical, or Energy Systems Engineering
5+ years in utility-scale BESS or industrial power systems
Hands-on experience with lithium-ion systems ≥10 MWh, including PCS, BMS, EMS, and SCADA integration
Proficiency in power system modeling tools (PSSE, PSCAD, ETAP) and control programming (Python, MATLAB, IEC 61850)
Demonstrated ability to manage multi-disciplinary projects under aggressive timelines
Willingness to be on-site in Memphis for commissioning and critical operations

Responsibilities

Lead electrical, mechanical, and thermal integration of Megapack-based BESS with on-site substations, inverters, and AI compute loads
Develop control strategies and firmware logic for dynamic load balancing, peak shaving, and frequency regulation tailored to AI training power profiles
Perform capacity modeling, cycle-life forecasting, and degradation analysis using field telemetry and digital-twin simulations
Commission systems, validate nameplate performance, and implement predictive maintenance protocols to minimize downtime
Collaborate with Tesla Energy teams on custom firmware, hardware revisions, and supply-chain scaling for xAI-specific duty cycles
Ensure compliance with NEC, NFPA, IEEE 1547, and local grid interconnection requirements; author interconnection studies and reliability reports
Drive root-cause investigations for any energy anomalies and implement corrective actions across the fleet

Skills

Battery Energy Storage Systems

Tesla Megapack

Electrical Integration

Mechanical Integration

Thermal Integration

Control Strategies

Firmware Logic

Load Balancing

Peak Shaving

Frequency Regulation

Capacity Modeling

Cycle-Life Forecasting

Degradation Analysis

Field Telemetry

Digital-Twin Simulations

Predictive Maintenance

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

xAI

AI tools for research and information retrieval

About xAI

x.ai develops AI tools aimed at enhancing research and information retrieval. Their main product, Grok, is designed to answer a variety of questions, including unconventional ones that other AI systems might not handle. Grok provides real-time knowledge, making it a useful resource for researchers, academics, and professionals who need quick access to relevant information. Unlike competitors, Grok stands out for its ability to suggest questions and provide nuanced answers, catering to a diverse range of inquiries. The goal of x.ai is to empower users by streamlining their research processes and fostering innovation through reliable information access.

Burlingame, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2023Year Founded

$11,803.1MTotal Funding

SERIES_CCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, AI & Machine LearningIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Remote Work Options

Risks

Increased competition from Anthropic could challenge xAI's market position.

Legal battles involving Elon Musk may divert resources from xAI's operations.

Reliance on Nvidia GPUs poses risks if supply chain issues arise.

Differentiation

Grok answers unconventional questions, unlike many AI systems.

xAI's Grok provides real-time knowledge, enhancing research efficiency.

Grok's ability to generate striking images sets it apart in visual data processing.

Upsides

xAI secured $6 billion funding, boosting AI infrastructure and R&D.

Grok's iOS app launch expands user accessibility and engagement.

AI-driven research tools are increasingly integrated with cloud platforms, aiding xAI's growth.

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