Project Engineer (Utility BESS)

Trina Solar Co.; Italia; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

International project exposure

Job summary

Trina Solar Co. seeks a Senior Project Engineer to lead end-to-end BESS projects in Europe, defining objectives, budgets, schedules, resource allocations, and performance metrics.

You own the technical scope, specify components, validate design, and coordinate FAT/SAT along with integration planning. You will act as the primary technical liaison among internal teams, clients, and suppliers, supervise the design process for contractual alignment, and guide commissioning to ensure seamless

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in a similar role in renewable energy (PV, Wind, Microgrid, or BESS).
• Strong knowledge of BESS components, PCS, and substation systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of project plans with objectives, budgets, schedules and metrics.
• Own the technical scope of BESS projects, including component specification and design validation.
• Review supplier documentation to ensure compliance with standards.
• Coordinate FAT and SAT for major components (batteries, PCS, PPC, SCADA).
• Act as technical liaison between internal teams, clients, and subcontractors.
• Supervise the design process to meet contractual obligations and specs.
• Manage commissioning and seamless integration of BESS into the energy system.
• Prepare documentation for client handover with version-controlled records.
• Provide technical leadership and mentor junior engineers across teams.

Skills

Electrical engineering

BESS knowledge

System integration

Technical leadership

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering or Power Systems

Tools

RS485

CANBUS

Modbus TCP/RTU

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of comprehensive project plans, defining objectives, budgets, schedules, resource allocations, and performance metrics.
• Own the technical scope of BESS projects, including component specification, design validation, and integration planning.
• Drive and oversee technical reviews of supplier documentation to ensure compliance with project and regulatory standards.
• Coordinate and lead factory acceptance tests (FAT) and site acceptance tests (SAT) for all major components including battery racks, PCS, PPC, and SCADA systems.
• Act as the primary technical liaison between internal teams, clients, and subcontractors throughout the project lifecycle.
• Supervise the design process to ensure alignment with contractual obligations and technical specifications.
• Manage commissioning activities and ensure seamless integration of BESS components into the broader energy system.
• Prepare and deliver comprehensive project documentation for client handover, including version-controlled technical records.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and support cross-functional collaboration across engineering, procurement, and construction teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role, preferably within renewable energy sectors (PV, Wind, Microgrid, or BESS).
• In-depth technical knowledge of BESS components, PCS, and substation systems.
• Proven experience with on-site BESS integration, electrical system design, protection & control, and SAT procedures.
• Strong understanding of communication protocols such as RS485, CANBUS, Modbus TCP/RTU.
• Familiarity with international codes, standards, and regulations (UK, EU; Australia and USA are a plus).
• Knowledge of grid services and BESS applications such as FFR, DC, and other ancillary services.
• Willingness to travel across Europe and internationally up to 20–30% of the time.

We offer you

• A dynamic environment with high responsibilities and an independent working style
• The opportunity for professional development and growth in one of the most fast-growing industries.
• An environment of open communication where all ideas and opinions are valued
• Collaboration with an international and diverse team from all over Europe
• Possibility for remote work
• Qualified training and support with our buddy system
• A detailed introduction to our product portfolio
• Competitive salary and a great bonus structure
• Attractive additional benefits that vary depending on the country