Lead Field-Based BESS Commissioning Engineer

Climate17; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized clean energy firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Commissioning Engineer to lead the commissioning of battery energy storage projects. The role involves extensive fieldwork focused on testing and integration to ensure projects meet safety and performance standards. Applicants should have a degree in Electrical Engineering and relevant BESS engineering experience, ideally with 3-7 years in similar environments. The position requires proactive problem-solving skills and proficiency in common field testing tools.

Qualifications

• Approximately 3–7 years in commissioning or field engineering for BESS, inverters, or medium-voltage systems.
• Strong ability to interpret SLDs and wiring diagrams.
• Current or attainable NFPA 70E training and OSHA certifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead the commissioning of BESS assets from field checks to handover.
• Conduct pre-functional and functional testing on project sites.
• Produce thorough commissioning records and documentation.

Skills

BESS engineering experience

Electrical Engineering degree

Field testing proficiency

Troubleshooting skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent technical experience

Tools

Torque tools

Insulation testers

Multimeters

Clamp meters

Infrared cameras

Job description

A specialized clean energy firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Commissioning Engineer to lead the commissioning of battery energy storage projects. The role involves extensive fieldwork focused on testing and integration to ensure projects meet safety and performance standards. Applicants should have a degree in Electrical Engineering and relevant BESS engineering experience, ideally with 3-7 years in similar environments. The position requires proactive problem-solving skills and proficiency in common field testing tools.