BATTERY ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEM (BESS) INCLUDING RACK LEVEL BESS NODES OR “PODS"

A battery energy storage system (BESS) node or “pod” that is configured for connection to a “smart skid” support structure, which is arranged adjacent to the BESS pod. The BESS pod includes a bottom surface, and a top portion arranged adjacent to the bottom surface. At least one battery rack is arranged within each pod and configured to hold a plurality of battery modules. The bottom surface of the pod includes a plurality of locating protrusions adjacent to the bottom surface of the pod, and a connection interface arranged adjacent to the bottom surface of the pod. The plurality of locating protrusions includes a plurality of locating protrusions each of which are arranged to align respectively with one of a plurality of locating pockets arranged in the “smart skid” support structure to locate the BESS pod with respect to the “smart skid” support structure.