Senior Controls Engineer — Fast-Response BESS & Grid Integration

Canadian Solar SSES (Australia) Pty Ltd

Australia

On-site

AUD 100,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary
Performance bonus package
401(k) Retirement Plan
Medical/dental/life/disability program
Vacation and sick days

Job summary

Canadian Solar SSES (Australia) Pty Ltd is seeking a Controls Engineer to lead the implementation of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). The role requires extensive knowledge of power systems and control software development, along with experience in managing stakeholder relationships.

This position offers a competitive salary, performance bonuses, and comprehensive benefits, including medical and retirement plans. It is ideal for a professional with strong communication skills and a proactive attitude ready to contribute to innovative solutions.

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of experience developing control software with a proven track record.
  • Experience with utility market applications and renewable integration control.
  • Comfortable working in a collaborative and fluid environment.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the implementation of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
  • Manage stakeholders and suppliers to design fast response controllers.
  • Mentor team members and ensure high-quality deliverables.

Skills

Domain experience in solar PV or battery energy storage
Experience with power grids
Expertise in model-based control software development
Strong written and oral communication skills
Programming skills in Python
Experience with Git workflow

Education

Degree in engineering (Electrical Engineering preferred)

Tools

DigSilent PowerFactory
Azure
AWS

Job description

Canadian Solar SSES (Australia) Pty Ltd is seeking a Controls Engineer to lead the implementation of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). The role requires extensive knowledge of power systems and control software development, along with experience in managing stakeholder relationships.

This position offers a competitive salary, performance bonuses, and comprehensive benefits, including medical and retirement plans. It is ideal for a professional with strong communication skills and a proactive attitude ready to contribute to innovative solutions.

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