Senior PV / BESS engineer

hepsolar; Hamburg; Hybrid; EUR 70.000 - 110.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Flexible working hours

Remote work up to 20 EU days/year

Team events and open culture

Modern HQ and Hamburg office access

Canteen and refreshments

Showers and lockers

Public transport pass

Zusammenfassung

Hepsolar in Hamburg seeks an experienced electrical engineer to lead the technical design of utility-scale PV and BESS projects. You will assess sites, optimize layouts, and prepare detailed design packages for successful construction.

With 5+ years in PV design, you will perform energy yield simulations, support due diligence, and coordinate with development, PM, and construction teams while guiding engineering colleagues to maintain high-quality deliverables.

Qualifikationen

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy Engineering, or comparable field.
• Minimum five years of professional experience in utility-scale PV design and engineering.
• Experience with Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) is a plus.
• Strong understanding of solar and energy storage project economics and tech.
• Knowledge of PV modules, inverters, transformers, cabling, MV/HV equipment.
• Proficiency in PVsyst, AutoCAD, PVcase, QGIS or similar software.
• German and English fluency required.

Aufgaben

• Lead technical design and engineering of utility-scale PV and BESS projects across all phases.
• Assess sites, evaluate constraints, and develop optimized plant concepts and layouts.
• Prepare and review technical design packages, single-line diagrams, and layouts.
• Perform energy yield assessments and simulations to optimize projects.
• Participate in site visits, assess technical risks, and produce evaluations and reports.
• Serve as technical contact for internal teams, external consultants, and partners.
• Support due diligence and technical discussions with stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Development, PM, Construction, and Engineering teams to deliver construction-ready projects.
• Provide technical guidance to engineers and ensure deliverable quality and consistency.

Kenntnisse

PV design experience

BESS knowledge

Analytical mindset

Problem solving

Strong communication

Fluent in German and English

Ausbildung

Electrical Engineering or Renewable Energy Engineering degree

Tools

PVsyst

AutoCAD

PVcase

QGIS

Jobbeschreibung

Here's what you can achieve with us

• You will be responsible for the technical design and engineering of utility-scale photovoltaic (PV) and battery energy storage system (BESS) projects throughout all project phases
• You will assess project sites, evaluate technical constraints, and develop optimized plant concepts and layouts
• You will prepare and review technical design packages, including layouts, cable sizing, single-line diagrams, and other engineering documentation for PV and BESS projects
• You will perform energy yield assessments and performance simulations using PVsyst to support the technical and commercial optimization of our projects
• You will participate in site visits, assess technical risks, and prepare technical evaluations and reports
• You will serve as a key technical point of contact for internal teams as well as external consultants, advisors, and business partners
• You will support technical due diligence processes and participate in technical discussions and negotiations with external stakeholders
• You will work closely with our Development, Project Management, Construction, and Engineering teams to successfully deliver projects into the construction phase
• You will provide technical guidance to engineering colleagues and help ensure the quality and consistency of our engineering deliverables

What you bring to the table

• You hold a degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy Engineering, or a comparable field of study
• You have at least five years of professional experience in the design and engineering of utility-scale photovoltaic power plants
• Ideally, you also bring experience with Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
• You possess a strong understanding of the technical and commercial aspects of solar and energy storage projects
• You have in-depth knowledge of PV modules, inverters, transformers, cable systems, as well as medium- and high-voltage equipment
• You have experience preparing technical designs, energy yield assessments, and engineering documentation
• You are proficient in PVsyst, AutoCAD, PVcase, QGIS, or similar engineering and design software
• You work in a structured, independent, and solution-oriented manner and are capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously
• You stand out through your analytical mindset, problem-solving skills, and strong communication abilities
• Professional fluency in German and English is required

What you can expect from us

• Work-Life Balance: Flexible working hours with a flexitime account, mobile working options, and 30 days of annual leave
• Working Abroad: The opportunity to work remotely from another EU country for up to 20 working days per calendar year
• Our Mindset: A strong team spirit fostered through regular company and team events, open-door communication, a first-name culture, flat hierarchies, and a genuinely diverse and international working environment
• Working Environment: Modern equipment including a company laptop, whether you work from our state-of-the-art and nearly energy self-sufficient headquarters in Güglingen or from our office in Hamburg’s historic Speicherstadt district
• Food & Refreshments: A subsidized canteen offering freshly prepared regional meals every day, as well as complimentary water, coffee, and fresh fruit
• Fitness & Wellbeing: On-site showers and lockers that make it easy to enjoy an active lunch break outdoors, plus discounted corporate fitness programs
• Subsidized Employee Mobility: A public transportation pass that can be used for both commuting and personal travel, as well as discounted bicycle leasing through our BusinessBike program
• Learning & Development: Opportunities to improve your language skills through weekly English classes, deepen your professional expertise, and support your personal growth through training programs and workshops