Systems Engineer - BESS/PV

GTS Group Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; USD 53,748 - 107,497; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company in the electric vehicle charging sector is seeking a talented System Engineer to spearhead the architecture and design of advanced battery and charging systems. This exciting role involves leading the development of new product system architectures, collaborating across various teams to ensure quality and efficiency, and conducting performance analysis to enhance system reliability. With a commitment to delivering next-generation DC charging infrastructure, this organization offers a dynamic environment for professionals passionate about sustainable energy solutions. Join a forward-thinking team and contribute to shaping the future of electric mobility.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical & Electronic Engineering or related field required.
• Proven experience in system integration, ideally in energy storage or EV charging.

Responsibilities

• Lead design of new product system architectures and create detailed engineering documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality specifications and procedures.

Skills

System Integration

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Project Management

Education

Degree in Electrical & Electronic Engineering

Degree in Systems Engineering

Tools

EV Charging Communication Protocols

Battery-to-Grid Connection Schemes

Job description

An innovative and fast-scaling organisation in the electric vehicle charging space is looking for an experienced System Engineer to lead the architecture and design of integrated battery and charging systems. With a growing international footprint and backing from key government initiatives, this company is delivering next-generation DC charging infrastructure across the UK and beyond.

This role would suit someone with a background in energy storage, system integration, or power systems, who enjoys working cross-functionally to develop robust and scalable system designs for new product development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design of new product system architectures, creating documentation to define detailed engineering requirements
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and production teams to ensure appropriate component specifications and quality procedures are in place
• Conduct system performance analysis and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reliability, and in-service availability
• Develop and maintain technical documentation to support product certification, compliance, and operation
• Provide performance reporting and data-driven insights to improve system uptime and long-term reliability

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Degree in Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field
• Proven experience in system integration, ideally within energy storage, EV charging, or solar power systems
• Strong grasp of system architecture development, engineering processes, and product validation cycles
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
• Confident communicator with the ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical teams
• Capable of managing multiple projects and priorities within a dynamic environment
• Experience in solar and battery-to-grid connection schemes
• Familiarity with EV charging communication protocols and integration
• Experience working with cross-disciplinary teams to support product development and field validation

Further information can be given upon request and subject to meeting suitability criteria. All candidates must already possess the right to live and work in the UK without visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Seniority Level:

Associate

Employment Type:

Full-time

Job Function:

Electrical Equipment Manufacturing, Electric Power Generation, and Electric Power Transmission, Control, and Distribution