Senior BESS Specialist

Equalenergie; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Equalenergie is seeking a highly motivated Senior BESS Specialist to act as the Company’s subject matter expert for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). This hands-on role focuses on technical evaluation, development and execution of BESS projects in Singapore, with potential regional involvement.

You will interface with BESS suppliers, system integrators, EPC contractors and other stakeholders, ensuring projects meet technical, safety, performance and quality requirements while supporting

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, Energy Engineering or related discipline.
• At least 5-8 years of relevant experience in BESS, renewable energy, power systems or related sectors.
• Strong understanding of battery technologies, PCS, BMS, EMS, SCADA, grid integration and energy storage systems.
• Knowledge of battery safety installation standards (NFPA 855), fire testing compliance (UL 9540/9540A), and local grid connection rules.
• Experience working with BESS suppliers, system integrators, EPC contractors and technical consultants.
• Experience in project execution, technical due diligence and engineering review activities.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Equalenergie's BESS subject matter expert and lead technical evaluations.
• Lead evaluations of BESS technologies, suppliers, configurations and proposed solutions.
• Review technical specs, designs, performance guarantees and warranties.
• Provide technical guidance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Maintain awareness of market developments and best practices.
• Interface with suppliers, integrators and EPC contractors for technical issues.
• Coordinate with consultants, utilities and regulators as required.
• Support project commissioning, testing and handover.

Skills

BESS knowledge

System integration

Project coordination

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Electrical/Power/Energy Engineering degree

Tools

NFPA 855 knowledge

UL 9540/9540A knowledge

PCS

BMS

EMS

SCADA

Job description

Equalenergie is a renewable energy company building a cleaner, more equitable future

through scalable solar PV and battery energy storage system (BESS) projects. With active

operations in Singapore, Malaysia, and South Korea, we are focused on accelerating clean

energy adoption and market innovation across Asia

Job Description

Equalenergie is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior BESS Specialist to serve as the Company's subject matter expert for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).

This is a hands-on individual contributor role primarily responsible for supporting the technical evaluation, development and execution of BESS projects in Singapore. The successful candidate will act as the primary technical interface with BESS suppliers, system integrators, EPC contractors, consultants and other project stakeholders, ensuring projects are developed and delivered in accordance with technical, safety, performance and quality requirements.

While the role is principally focused on Singapore BESS activities, the successful candidate may also be required to support regional projects, opportunities and broader business initiatives across the Group, including activities outside their core area of responsibility, as business needs arise.

The role will additionally support the Director of Equalenergie Holdings through independent technical reviews and assessments of selected regional opportunities and projects on an as-needed basis.

Key responsibilities

BESS Technical Leadership

• Serve as Equalenergie's primary subject matter expert for Battery Energy Storage Systems.
• Lead technical evaluations of BESS technologies, suppliers, system configurations and proposed solutions.
• Review and assess technical specifications, system designs, performance guarantees, warranty terms and operational requirements.
• Provide technical guidance and recommendations throughout the project lifecycle.
• Maintain awareness of market developments, emerging technologies and industry best practices.
• Act as the primary technical point of contact for BESS suppliers, system integrators and EPC contractors.
• Lead technical discussions, clarification meetings and evaluation exercises.
• Assess supplier capabilities, technical compliance and delivery approaches.
• Support technical aspects of contract reviews, negotiations and project implementation.

Project Development & Execution

• Support the technical development and execution of BESS projects in Singapore.
• Review engineering designs, technical submissions, testing procedures and commissioning plans.
• Coordinate with consultants, contractors, utilities and regulatory authorities as required.
• Identify and manage technical risks, issues and project interface requirements.
• Support project commissioning, acceptance testing and handover activities.
• Conduct technical due diligence and project assessments.
• Review project designs, assumptions, implementation strategies and key technical risks.
• Provide independent and objective recommendations to management.
• Support the Director of Equalenergie Holdings in reviewing selected regional opportunities and projects when required.

Broader Business Support

• Contribute technical expertise across other renewable energy and infrastructure initiatives where required.
• Support internal evaluations, operational improvements and technical problem-solving activities.
• Work closely with stakeholders across the Group & Subsidiaries to support the successful delivery of strategic objectives.
• Undertake additional responsibilities, including supporting regional projects, operational matters and other renewable energy initiatives, consistent with the nature and seniority of the role within a lean and entrepreneurial environment.

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, Energy Engineering or a related discipline.
• At least 5-8 years of relevant experience in BESS, renewable energy, power systems or related infrastructure sectors.
• Strong understanding of battery technologies, PCS, BMS, EMS, SCADA, grid integration and energy storage systems.
• Knowledge of battery safety installation standards (i.e. NFPA 855), fire testing compliance (i.e. UL 9540/9540A), and local grid connection rules.
• Experience working with BESS suppliers, system integrators, EPC contractors and technical consultants.
• Experience in project execution, technical due diligence and engineering review activities.
• Familiarity with utility-scale and/or commercial & industrial energy projects.
• Strong analytical, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Self-motivated, adaptable and comfortable working within a lean organisation.

What We Are Looking For

The ideal candidate is:

• A technically strong and commercially aware BESS professional.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Comfortable engaging with senior stakeholders, suppliers and contractors.
• Practical, hands-on and solutions-oriented.
• Flexible and willing to support projects, business initiatives and operationalmatters beyond their core remit, both in Singapore and across the region, as required by business needs.
• Willing to undertake occasional regional travel where required to support project development, execution or operational activities.
• Capable of providing objective and independent technical assessments to support management decision-making.