Established in 2012, SolaX Power is dedicated to helping our customers transform their homes and businesses to clean energy and reducing the reliance on fossil fuels. SolaX Power is a leading provider of sustainable solar and energy storage solutions, with a strong presence in the Netherlands, Europe, Asia, and Africa. Now we have more than 2,800 employees globally, and we continue hiring talents to join our expanding Dutch team. At SolaX, a global organization, your career can reach its full potential.
Position Overview
The BESS Technical Support Engineer / Specialist is responsible for providing pre‑sales and post‑sales technical support for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) across the Netherlands, ensuring optimal performance and customer satisfaction. This role requires a strong understanding of energy storage technology, system integration, and field operations aligned with Dutch grid standards and NEN regulations.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Support & Troubleshooting
- Provide remote and on‑site technical support for commissioning, operation, and maintenance of BESS solutions at various project sites throughout the Netherlands.
- Diagnose and resolve system faults related to battery systems, inverters, BMS/EMS, and communication networks.
- Work closely with HQ R&D and product teams to escalate and resolve complex technical issues.
- Guide Dutch customers and service partners through system testing, firmware upgrades, and troubleshooting procedures.
- Support the Netherlands sales and application engineering teams with technical documentation, system configuration, and project design reviews.
- Participate in customer meetings and technical discussions to explain system architecture and product functionalities.
- Review project drawings, diagrams, and technical specifications to ensure compliance with Dutch electrical standards (e.g., NEN 1010, NEN-EN 50549).
Training & Documentation
- Conduct technical training (in English/Dutch) for customers, EPCs, and internal service teams.
- Prepare and update user manuals, installation guides, FAQs, and troubleshooting checklists.
- Maintain accurate service reports, failure analyses, and system performance records.
Quality & Feedback
- Monitor field performance within the Benelux region and provide feedback to product and R&D teams for continuous improvement.
- Support warranty claim evaluations and root‑cause analysis of returned components.
- Contribute to service knowledge base development and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Qualifications and Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or above in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, Mechatronics, or related field.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in technical support, commissioning, or service for BESS, solar, or power systems (Netherlands market experience is highly preferred).
- Strong understanding of Li‑ion battery technology, inverter operation, communication protocols (Modbus, CAN, TCP/IP), and power electronics.
- Hands‑on experience with EMS, BMS, SCADA systems, or Dutch grid integration is highly desirable.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and control diagrams.
- Fluency in English (both written and spoken) is required; proficiency in Dutch is a significant advantage.
- Willingness to travel within the Netherlands and occasionally internationally for site support and training.
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation and benefits package commensurate with the Netherlands market standards.
- Opportunity to work with cutting‑edge energy storage technologies.
- International exposure and cross‑functional collaboration in a fast‑evolving clean energy industry.