Lead BESS Engineer

Spencer Ogden; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Hybrid working

Job summary

Spencer Ogden is seeking an experienced Lead BESS Engineer to drive technical leadership across the full project lifecycle for utility-scale battery energy storage developments in the UK.

You will coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, OEMs, and EPC contractors to ensure safe, efficient delivery and adherence to the highest technical standards. Hybrid working and a competitive benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Strong understanding of HV/LV electrical systems, power conversion systems, protection, and grid integration.
• Experience working with EPC contractors, OEMs, and utility-scale renewable energy projects.
• Knowledge of UK grid codes and relevant industry standards is highly desirable.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Chartered Engineer status (or working towards it) is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead the engineering and technical delivery of utility-scale BESS projects.
• Review and approve electrical designs, single-line diagrams, protection philosophies, and equipment specifications.
• Manage technical interfaces with battery manufacturers, PCS suppliers, and EPC contractors.
• Provide technical guidance throughout project development, detailed design, construction, commissioning, and handover.
• Support grid connection studies and compliance with relevant industry standards.
• Identify technical risks and develop effective mitigation strategies.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers within the team.
• Collaborate with project managers to deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Stay informed on emerging technologies, industry standards, and market developments.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Job description

We're looking for an experienced Lead BESS Engineer to play a key role in delivering cutting-edge Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects. This is an exciting opportunity to lead technical engineering activities across the full project lifecycle, working on utility-scale renewable energy and energy storage developments.

About the Role

As our Lead BESS Engineer, you'll provide technical leadership for the design, integration, and delivery of Battery Energy Storage Systems. You'll work closely with multidisciplinary teams, clients, OEMs, and EPC contractors to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest technical standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the engineering and technical delivery of utility-scale BESS projects.
• Review and approve electrical designs, single-line diagrams, protection philosophies, and equipment specifications.
• Manage technical interfaces with battery manufacturers, PCS suppliers, and EPC contractors.
• Provide technical guidance throughout project development, detailed design, construction, commissioning, and handover.
• Support grid connection studies and compliance with relevant industry standards.
• Identify technical risks and develop effective mitigation strategies.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers within the team.
• Collaborate with project managers to deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Stay informed on emerging technologies, industry standards, and market developments.

What We're Looking For

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Strong understanding of HV/LV electrical systems, power conversion systems, protection, and grid integration.
• Experience working with EPC contractors, OEMs, and utility-scale renewable energy projects.
• Knowledge of UK grid codes and relevant industry standards is highly desirable.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Chartered Engineer status (or working towards it) is advantageous.

Why Join Us?

• Work on industry-leading renewable energy and energy storage projects.
• Be part of a collaborative, innovative, and growing team.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development.
• Flexible and hybrid working options available.