Energy Storage Systems Specialist

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Exposure to cutting-edge energy tech

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Energy Storage Systems Specialist to contribute to innovative Kimberley-area projects. The role covers the design, integration, and optimization of battery energy storage systems (BESS) for grid support and renewable energy integration, with a hybrid work approach combining remote analysis and on-site collaboration in Kimberley.

You will work with engineering teams, project developers and operations staff to advance energy storage deployments, requiring strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• 5+ years of energy storage systems design, development, or integration.
• Strong knowledge of battery chemistries, power electronics, and grid interconnection standards.
• Experience with simulation tools and BESS control systems.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication for remote and on-site work.

Responsibilities

• Design and engineer battery energy storage systems (BESS), including component selection and architecture.
• Oversee integration of BESS with solar, wind, and the grid.
• Develop control strategies and algorithms for BESS operation and safety.
• Conduct technical reviews, site assessments, and commissioning support.
• Stay updated on emerging energy storage tech, market trends, and regulations.

Skills

BESS design

System integration

Performance modeling

Power electronics

Grid interconnection standards

Simulation tools

Problem solving

Communication

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Simulation software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a specialized Energy Storage Systems Specialist to contribute to their innovative projects in the Kimberley area. This role involves the technical design, integration, and optimization of battery energy storage systems (BESS) for various applications, including grid support and renewable energy integration. You will work collaboratively with engineering teams, project developers, and operational staff, adopting a hybrid work approach that blends remote technical analysis with essential on-site and in-office collaboration in Kimberley. This position is key to advancing our client's capabilities in managing and deploying cutting-edge energy storage solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and engineer battery energy storage systems (BESS), including component selection, system architecture, and performance modeling.
• Oversee the integration of BESS with renewable energy sources (solar, wind) and the grid.
• Develop control strategies and algorithms for BESS operation, optimization, and safety.
• Conduct technical reviews, site assessments, and commissioning support for BESS installations.
• Stay abreast of emerging energy storage technologies , market trends, and regulatory developments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in energy storage systems design, development, or integration.
• Strong understanding of battery chemistries, power electronics, and grid interconnection standards.
• Experience with simulation tools and BESS control systems.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills, effective in both remote technical work and collaborative team settings in Kimberley .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Hybrid work flexibility with opportunities for remote and in-office work.
• Exposure to state-of-the-art energy storage technology and projects.
• Professional development and continuous learning opportunities.
• A dynamic role at the forefront of the clean energy transition.