BESS Project Engineer

Location

London

Job Type

Permanent

Salary

£72000 - £90000 per annum + Bonus + Pension + Benefits

Reference Code

BBBH34314_1792511074

ersg are working with a leading investor in Renewable Energy assets to hire a BESS-focused Project Engineer. This role will see the successful candidate join a market-leader to ensure the delivery of their growing BESS portfolio.

Key responsibilities include;

  • Being the lead person on technical developments in the Battery industry - supporting internal and external stakholders with technical comprehension of BESS.
  • Identification and selection of BESS, PCS and EMS providers.
  • Support colleagues through acquisition, JVs and project development stages from a technical perspective.
  • Ensure FAT/SATs are completed.
  • Ensuring delivery of projects in accordance with grid compliance.

Candidates should have a strong background within BESS (upwards of three years), additionally any training with inverter manufacturers are a bonus. It is critical that candidates have experience of managing contractors such as EPCs.

ersg are an equal opportunities employer; we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all job applicants. We do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of age, sex, race, disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or religious background; all decisions are based on merit.

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