Field Service Engineer (Utility BESS)

Trina Solar; Berlin; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Competitive salary

Great bonus structure

Possibility for remote work

Open communication environment

Job summary

A leading renewable energy company in Berlin seeks a site technician to support installations and commissioning of energy storage projects. Ideal candidates will have an engineering degree, experience with electrical equipment in Solar PV projects, and strong interpersonal skills. The position entails ensuring safety compliance, reporting progress, and may require heavy travel. A collaborative and dynamic work environment is offered, with opportunities for professional growth and remote work options in this rapidly expanding industry.

Qualifications

• Engineering/electrical degree required.
• Experience in commissioning or maintenance of electrical equipment.
• Ability to travel heavily for project needs.

Responsibilities

• Support on-site installations of energy storage projects.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Report site progress to management.

Skills

Fluent German

Fluent English

Interpersonal skills

MS Office capabilities

Adaptability to dynamic conditions

Education

Engineering or electrical degree

Tools

SCADA

MODBUS

Job description

Responsibilities

• Support and execute on site installations and commissioning works of Trina’s energy storage projects in Germany
• Support Trina’s project execution efforts
• Supervise project site activities
• Comply with company policies, ensuring supplier and contractors follow up H&S regulations
• Ensure smooth delivery of equipment on site
• Report site activities‘ progress to engineering and project manager
• Support resolving quality issues and punch list items
• Support the development and implementation of Trina’s service and maintenance structure

Requirements

• Suitable engineering/electrical degree or qualifications
• Related experience in commissioning or maintenance of electrical equipment in the context of Solar PV and/or Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects
• Must have experience on adhering to safety regulations in an operational setting
• Strong site experience and hands-on mentality
• Familiar with related electrical standards, Regulations and Legislation
• Ability to adapt to dynamic conditions and stay focused/execute on goals under tight deadlines
• Highly developed interpersonal skills with ability to interface with multiple parties (contractors, suppliers, client representatives)
• Excellent MS Office capabilities, SCADA and MODBUS experience will be a plus;
• Must be willing and able to travel heavily in support of existing & new Energy Storage fleet
• Passion for your work, strong communication skills, a flexible and positive attitude, structured and dedicated way of working
• Languages: Fluent German and English, any other additional language will be a plus

We offer you

• A dynamic environment with high responsibilities and an independent working style
• The opportunity for professional development and growth in one of the most fast-growing industries.
• An environment of open communication where all ideas and opinions are valued
• Collaboration with an international and diverse team from all over Europe
• Possibility for remote work
• Qualified training and support with our buddy system
• A detailed introduction to our product portfolio
• Competitive salary and a great bonus structure
• Attractive additional benefits that vary depending on the country