Commissioning Manager (Energy Storage), DACH

Pylontech; Baden-Württemberg; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Pylontech seeks an experienced Commissioning Manager (Energy Storage) to lead on-site execution of storage projects across the DACH region. You will own delivery from installation through to handover, ensuring safety, schedule, and quality. Strong leadership, engineering background, and travel willingness are essential.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, 3+ years in energy/power, and fluency in English and German. Chinese is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or above in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, Automation, Renewable Energy, or related fields.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in renewable energy or power industry.
• At least 1 year in energy storage delivery lead, power plant commissioning, or EPC site management.

Responsibilities

• Take overall responsibility for on-site project delivery, including logistics, installation, commissioning, and final acceptance.
• Develop and execute site delivery plans aligned with project timelines and resource allocation.
• Manage on-site teams and subcontractors, defining roles and priorities.
• Coordinate internal resources to ensure smooth project delivery.
• Act as primary on-site interface with clients, EPC contractors, and stakeholders; manage expectations.
• Lead Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) and oversee handover to O&M teams.
• Ensure proper handover documentation from delivery to O&M.

Skills

On-site delivery leadership

Stakeholder management

Logistics coordination

SAT/Testing

English & German

Education

Bachelor's degree or above in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, Automation, Renewable Energy

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Commissioning Manager (Energy Storage) to lead the on-site execution of energy storage projects across the DACH region. In this role, you will take full ownership of project delivery at site level—from installation and commissioning through to final acceptance and handover—ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Take overall responsibility for on-site project delivery, including logistics coordination, system installation, commissioning, and final acceptance
• Develop and execute site delivery plans, ensuring alignment with project timelines and resource allocation
• Manage on-site teams and subcontractors, clearly defining roles, responsibilities, and execution priorities
• Coordinate internal resources (engineering, product, supply chain, etc.) to ensure smooth project delivery
• Act as the primary on-site interface with clients, EPC contractors, and stakeholders; manage expectations and maintain strong customer relationships
• Lead Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) and oversee successful project handover
• Ensure proper documentation and completion of handover from delivery to O&M (operations & maintenance) teams

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, Automation, Renewable Energy, or related fields
• Minimum 3 years of experience in the renewable energy or power industry
• At least 1 year of experience in one of the following roles:
• Energy storage project delivery lead
• Power plant commissioning manager
• EPC site manager
• Experience with large-scale international or utility/C&I energy projects is highly preferred
• Solid understanding of construction management, commissioning processes, and grid connection procedures
• Strong project execution and decision-making capabilities, with a high level of ownership and accountability
• Willingness to travel internationally as required
• Fluent in English and German (spoken and written); Chinese is a strong advantage

What We Offer

• Opportunity to lead cutting-edge energy storage projects across Europe
• Dynamic, international working environment
• Career growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding renewable energy company