Energy Storage Project Director – Data Center Solutions

Gotion; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Gotion is seeking a high-calibre business development professional to grow its AIDC energy storage business in the data centre sector. You will drive project pipelines, manage customer relationships, and coordinate with engineering and delivery teams to translate requirements into practical, scalable solutions.

The role requires deep knowledge of BESS, UPS, HVDC and microgrids, with a track record of managing complex EPC projects and successful tender outcomes.

Qualifications

• A relevant qualification in Engineering, Energy, Business or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in business development, project development or solution sales within data centres, energy storage, critical power, renewable energy or EPC projects.
• Strong understanding of data centre power architecture, redundancy and high-availability requirements.
• Knowledge of BESS, UPS, HVDC, microgrids and grid-connected or islanded power systems.
• Experience managing complex projects from initial opportunity through to contract award.
• Strong tender management, commercial negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Established relationships within the local energy or infrastructure sector are highly regarded.
• Experience with hyperscale or AI data centres is preferred.
• Excellent communication skills and willingness to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Develop Gotion's AIDC energy storage business and project pipeline.
• Identify opportunities with data centre developers, operators, investors, EPC contractors and engineering consultants.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers and industry partners.
• Lead projects from early-stage opportunity identification through to tender, negotiation and contract award.
• Work with engineering teams to develop solutions involving BESS, UPS, HVDC, backup power and renewable energy.
• Translate customer requirements for capacity, redundancy, availability and backup duration into practical solutions.
• Lead or support proposals, RFQs, RFPs, pricing and commercial negotiations.
• Coordinate internal sales, engineering, product, project delivery and after-sales teams.
• Monitor market trends, competitors and relevant regulatory developments.
• Represent Gotion at customer meetings and industry events.

Skills

Business development

Project development

Tender management

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Travel flexibility

Education

Engineering/Energy/related degree

Tools

BESS

HVDC

Microgrids

Grid systems

Job description

Gotion is seeking a high-calibre business development professional to grow its AIDC energy storage business in the data centre sector. You will drive project pipelines, manage customer relationships, and coordinate with engineering and delivery teams to translate requirements into practical, scalable solutions.

The role requires deep knowledge of BESS, UPS, HVDC and microgrids, with a track record of managing complex EPC projects and successful tender outcomes.