--- title: 'Quality Specialist, Renewables at Aypa Power' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/quality-specialist-renewables-aypa-power-united-states-1sr4ewcbgyc0' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-12' --- # Quality Specialist, Renewables at Aypa Power - **Company:** Aypa Power - **Location:** United States - **Posted:** 2026-08-06 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-12 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/aypapower/jobs/5381508008 ## Job description Aypa Power, a Blackstone portfolio company, is a leading developer, owner, and operator of utility-scale energy storage and hybrid renewable projects that power our communities and cities. Our mission is to responsibly decarbonize the grid and make North American energy markets more affordable, sustainable, and efficient. Aypa is well-capitalized and uniquely positioned to lean forward on projects with well-suited deal structures to meet our customers’ needs. We have been at the forefront of energy storage development since our first energy storage project came online in 2018. As a leader in our industry, we have over 22 GW of utility-scale energy storage and hybrid renewable energy projects in development and 33 projects in operation or construction across North America. The Quality Specialist (Renewables) supports and executes Aypa’s Quality program. This role provides quality support across multiple projects. This role supports and assists the HESQ Manager in reviewing, preparing, and executing the Quality program and its requirements, including supporting development of Quality processes, completing audits, observations and inspections, NCRs, and Continuous Improvement / lessons Learned. Additional responsibilities include supporting HSES initiatives as requested. HSES experience with audits or observations, safety walks, and JHSs is heavily desired. Responsibilities: - Collaborate with the Contractor for review and comments on site-specific Quality Manuals, ITP’s, Inspection Checklists and Turnover packages; - Review Contractor Site Specific Quality Plan, ITPs, checklists and turnover documentation against contract and design requirements; Review and manage all quality documentation for the life of the project, including turnover tracking and organization; - Observe and verify construction work against drawings and standards for conformance. (Material Receiving & Handling, Civil, Mechanical, Structural, Electrical and Substation; - Attend all project-related meetings; - Manage and lead project quality meetings; - Provided detailed inspection reports noting any deficiencies in the installation and complete follow-up inspections to ensure corrective work is done; - Communicate quality related information to the Project team; - Manage KPI’s for quality performance of assigned projects; - Manage corrective actions; - Assist in the development of work instructions and other processes for construction inspection requirements across BESS and Solar utility projects; - Assist with the development of a comprehensive quality manual and work procedures across BESS+Solar components and assemblies; - Assist as directed with O&M warranty work; - Analyze new products for incorporation into future projects; - Assist in the development of a training curriculum to train field personnel; - Responsible for ensuring Code compliance with the projects. Key Qualifications: - Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, construction management, or related field or equivalent experience; - In lieu of degree, 5+ years of BESS and/or solar construction experience preferred with ASQ CQI, CQE or CCQM Certification; - Highly proficient in technical aspects of BESS and Solar utility construction; - ISO-9001-2015 Auditor certification is preferred or obtainable within 1 year; - OSHA 30 & NFPA70E training preferred or obtainable within 1 year; - Strong working knowledge of complex electrical systems and components; - Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills; - Strong analytical, quantitative, and organizational skills; - Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude; - Ability to be self-motivated, proactive, and an effective team player; - Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees, both management and staff alike, vendors, clients, and others. Compensation and Location: Salary: A base salary commensurate with experience; Bonus: An annual bonus will be awarded based on both individual performance and the overall success of the business; Benefits: Aypa offers an attractive benefits package with excellent health care/dental/vision, 401k matching, unlimited vacation, paid parental leave, and other health/wellness benefits; Location: Ability to work in the United States is a requirement. Preference for California, Idaho, and Austin, TX, but the workplace location is flexible, provided the candidate can travel as required; Travel:  50% or more depending on project needs. At Aypa, we nurture and support a highly diverse team and actively seek to advance fair and inclusive practices in all aspects of what we do. We hire passionate, dedicated, and forward-thinking individuals from different backgrounds and value unique perspectives and experiences. With a focus on belonging, we are committed to providing an inclusive environment for all. Please note: We kindly request that recruiting companies and agencies refrain from contacting us regarding this job posting. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in respecting our hiring process. Thank you. ## About Aypa Power ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Aypa Power develops, owns, and operates utility-scale energy storage and hybrid renewable energy projects to decarbonize the grid and improve reliability across North America. - **Entity Type**: Private (backed by Blackstone Energy Partners) - **Headquarters**: Austin, Texas, United States - **Founded**: 2017 - **Founders**: Not publicly available ## Core Business - **Primary industry**: Renewable energy generation – utility-scale battery energy storage and hybrid solar-plus-storage projects. - **Target customers**: Utilities, municipalities, cooperatives, and corporate off-takers (B2B, enterprise). - **Mission**: Responsibly decarbonize the grid and make North American energy markets more affordable, sustainable, and efficient. ## Products & Services - **Utility-Scale Energy Storage (BESS)**: Development, ownership, and operation of large battery energy storage systems (e.g., 200 MW / 400 MWh Bypass BESS in Texas, 150 MW / 600 MWh Kuna project in Idaho). Customized solutions for grid stability and renewable integration. - **Hybrid Renewable Projects**: Combined solar and storage facilities (e.g., 320 MW Vidal project pairing 160 MW solar with 640 MWh battery storage in California). - **Project Development & Asset Management**: End-to-end capabilities including site selection, interconnection analytics, financing, construction, and long-term optimization. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed (privately held) - **Key Metric**: - Total Funding: ~$3.2 billion (as of mid-2026), including multiple debt facilities - Annual Revenue: ~$110 million (LinkedIn estimate) - **Notable Investors/Partners**: - Parent: Blackstone Energy Partners (acquired in 2020) - Lenders: Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation, among others for project financings - **Growth Signals**: - Over 22 GW of projects in development pipeline - 33 projects in operation or construction across North America - Credit facility upsized to $1.55 billion in March 2026 - Recent financing milestones: CA$700M for Ontario projects (Elora & Hedley), $1.5B construction warehouse facility, $535M for Vidal project, $190M for Texas Bypass BESS ## Competitive Advantages - Backed by Blackstone, providing significant capital access and financial stability. - Pioneering large-scale battery storage as an independent power producer since 2018. - Deep expertise in transmission and interconnection analytics, enabling optimal project siting and grid integration. - Strong track record of securing long-term agreements with utilities and corporations. ## Strategic Focus - Expand portfolio of utility-scale storage and hybrid projects across North America. - Continue to innovate in storage technology and project financing structures. - Maintain leadership in decarbonization and grid reliability. - Strengthen relationships with community stakeholders and ensure responsible development. ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: Emphasizes diversity, equity, and inclusion; values unique perspectives and encourages a sense of belonging. - **Work environment**: Flexibility and autonomy are core tenets; mutual trust and peak productivity coexist. - **Remote/Hybrid**: Some roles list remote eligibility; others are office-based in Austin, TX, with additional locations across the U.S. and Canada. - **Perks**: Comprehensive benefits supporting personal and professional well-being; opportunities to make a tangible impact on the energy transition. ## Sources 1. [Aypa Power Website](https://www.aypa.com/) 2. [Aypa Power - Careers (Greenhouse)](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/aypapower) 3. 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