Technical Pre-Sales Engineer – Benelux (Solar PV & BESS)

SOFAR; Netherlands; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SOFAR is seeking an experienced Technical Pre-Sales Engineer to support the Benelux market, focusing on solar PV inverters and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). The candidate will design technical solutions, configurations, and proposals, collaborating with sales teams and partners to advance projects from proposal to handover.

Ideal applicants have a technical background in electrical engineering, 3+ years in pre-sales or related roles, and strong communication skills in English plus Dutch

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or above in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering, Renewable Energy, or related field.
• 3+ years in technical pre-sales, application engineering, or solution engineering in solar PV or energy storage.
• Strong knowledge of solar inverters, BESS, PCS, and related electrical systems.
• Familiarity with European electrical standards and grid connection requirements.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills; English required; Dutch or French preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical pre-sales support for solar PV inverters, hybrid inverters, and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) across the Benelux market.
• Develop technical solutions, system configurations, and product recommendations based on customer and project requirements.
• Support the design and sizing of commercial & industrial and utility-scale solar and energy storage projects.
• Prepare technical proposals, system diagrams, product specifications, and tender documentation.
• Work closely with the sales team to support customer meetings, technical presentations, and project discussions.
• Provide technical consultation to EPC contractors, developers, distributors, and other business partners.
• Review project requirements, electrical designs, and relevant local grid connection standards.
• Coordinate with product management, R&D, and technical service teams to address customer technical requirements.
• Deliver technical training and product presentations to customers and partners.
• Follow up on project opportunities from the initial technical discussion through solution development and project handover.

Skills

Pre-sales

Application engineering

Solution engineering

Solar PV

Energy storage

Electrical systems

C&I projects

Grid connection standards

English

Dutch or French

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Power Engineering

Renewable Energy

Related field

Job description

SOFAR SOLAR is a global provider of solar PV inverters and energy storage solutions, delivering innovative and reliable renewable energy technologies to customers worldwide.

We are looking for an experienced Technical Pre-Sales Engineer to support our growing business across the Benelux region, with a focus on solar PV inverters and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical pre-sales support for solar PV inverters, hybrid inverters, and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) across the Benelux market.
• Develop technical solutions, system configurations, and product recommendations based on customer and project requirements.
• Support the design and sizing of commercial & industrial (C&I) and utility-scale solar and energy storage projects.
• Prepare technical proposals, system diagrams, product specifications, and tender documentation.
• Work closely with the sales team to support customer meetings, technical presentations, and project discussions.
• Provide technical consultation to EPC contractors, developers, distributors, and other business partners.
• Review project requirements, electrical designs, and relevant local grid connection standards.
• Coordinate with product management, R&D, and technical service teams to address customer technical requirements.
• Deliver technical training and product presentations to customers and partners.
• Follow up on project opportunities from the initial technical discussion through solution development and project handover.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or above in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering, Renewable Energy, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience in technical pre-sales, application engineering, or solution engineering within the solar PV or energy storage industry.
• Good technical knowledge of solar inverters, BESS, power conversion systems (PCS), and related electrical systems.
• Experience in C&I or utility-scale energy storage projects is highly preferred.
• Familiarity with European electrical standards and grid connection requirements.
• Strong communication, presentation, and technical problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in English and at least one local language (Dutch or French); additional language skills are an advantage.
• Willingness to travel across the Benelux region for customer meetings and project support.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with international teams.