Project Engineer (Utility BESS)

Trinasolar; Deutschland; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work option

International team collaboration

Job summary

Trinasolar is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to lead the development and execution of BESS project plans across Europe. You will own the technical scope, coordinate FAT/SAT, and act as the main technical liaison among clients, suppliers and internal teams.

You will supervise design to meet contractual obligations, support commissioning, and prepare handover documentation with rigorous version control. A remote work option and international collaboration are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in a similar role, renewable energy exposure preferred (PV, Wind, Microgrid, BESS).
• In-depth knowledge of BESS components, PCS, substations.
• Experience with on-site BESS integration, electrical design, protection & control, SAT procedures.
• Strong knowledge of RS485, CANBUS, Modbus TCP/RTU.
• Familiarity with international codes/standards (UK, EU; Australia/USA a plus).
• Knowledge of grid services and BESS applications (FFR, DC, ancillary services).
• Willingness to travel Europe/international up to 20–30%

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of project plans: objectives, budgets, schedules, resources, metrics.
• Own technical scope of BESS projects: component specs, design validation, integration planning.
• Drive technical reviews of supplier docs for standards compliance.
• Coordinate FAT/SAT for major components (batteries, PCS, PPC, SCADA).
• Act as technical liaison between internal teams, clients, subcontractors.
• Supervise design to align with contracts and specs.
• Manage commissioning and integration of BESS into energy system.
• Prepare and deliver project documentation for handover with version control.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and cross-functional teams.

Skills

BESS knowledge

Grid integration

SAT procedures

RS485/CANBUS/Modbus

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical Engineering/Power Systems

Tools

SCADA

Protection & Control

Job description

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