Project Engineer (Utility BESS)

Trina Solar; Berlin; Hybrid; EUR 70.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Remote work

Competitive salary

International team

Zusammenfassung

Trina Solar seeks an experienced project engineer to lead the technical scope of large BESS initiatives in Europe. You will define objectives, budgets, schedules and coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure successful delivery from design through commissioning.

The role requires deep BESS knowledge, protection and control expertise, and hands-on experience with site integration, FAT/SAT, and documentation.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• In-depth knowledge of BESS components, PCS, and substation systems.
• Experience with on-site BESS integration, electrical design, protection & control, and SAT procedures.
• Familiarity with RS485, CANBUS, Modbus TCP/RTU and related protocols.

Aufgaben

• Lead development and execution of project plans: objectives, budgets, schedules, resources, metrics.
• Own technical scope of BESS projects: component specification, design validation, integration planning.
• Review supplier documentation for compliance with standards.
• Coordinate FAT/SAT for major components (batteries, PCS, PPC, SCADA).
• Act as technical liaison between internal teams, clients and subcontractors.
• Supervise design to meet contractual obligations and specs.
• Manage commissioning and integration of BESS into energy systems.
• Prepare client-ready documentation with version-controlled records.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship across engineering teams.

Kenntnisse

BESS components

PCs & substations

Protection & control

RS485 / CANBUS / Modbus

On-site integration

European travel

Technical leadership

Mentoring teammates

Ausbildung

Electrical Engineering degree

Power Systems Engineering

Jobbeschreibung

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of comprehensive project plans, defining objectives, budgets, schedules, resource allocations, and performance metrics.
• Own the technical scope of BESS projects, including component specification, design validation, and integration planning.
• Drive and oversee technical reviews of supplier documentation to ensure compliance with project and regulatory standards.
• Coordinate and lead factory acceptance tests (FAT) and site acceptance tests (SAT) for all major components including battery racks, PCS, PPC, and SCADA systems.
• Act as the primary technical liaison between internal teams, clients, and subcontractors throughout the project lifecycle.
• Supervise the design process to ensure alignment with contractual obligations and technical specifications.
• Manage commissioning activities and ensure seamless integration of BESS components into the broader energy system.
• Prepare and deliver comprehensive project documentation for client handover, including version-controlled technical records.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and support cross-functional collaboration across engineering, procurement, and construction teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role, preferably within renewable energy sectors (PV, Wind, Microgrid, or BESS).
• In-depth technical knowledge of BESS components, PCS, and substation systems.
• Proven experience with on-site BESS integration, electrical system design, protection & control, and SAT procedures.
• Strong understanding of communication protocols such as RS485, CANBUS, Modbus TCP/RTU.
• Familiarity with international codes, standards, and regulations (UK, EU; Australia and USA are a plus).
• Knowledge of grid services and BESS applications such as FFR, DC, and other ancillary services.
• Willingness to travel across Europe and internationally up to 20–30% of the time.

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