Energy Storage Sales Engineer EnerSys

ECADIN; Reading (Berks County); Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

EnerSys is seeking an Energy Storage Sales Engineer in Australia to serve as a technical/commercial interface for BESS opportunities across commercial and industrial sectors. The role involves consulting with clients, auditing sites, and developing tailored energy storage solutions.

You will design BESS/BOP systems, prepare proposals and pricing, and support the sales team with technical material and training. A degree in electrical engineering and 2 years’ BESS experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or electrical trade qualification (A Grade Electrician).
• Minimum 2 years’ experience with BESS, PCS, and EMS within the C&I or residential sectors.
• Strong understanding of energy storage technologies, lithium-ion systems, and grid integration.
• Excellent understanding of Australian Standards (AS/NZS 3000, 4777, 5139).
• Willingness to travel for client and project work.

Responsibilities

• Conduct technical consultations and site energy audits to assess BESS opportunities.
• Design, size, and specify BESS and Balance of Plant (BOP) systems.
• Deliver technical presentations, ROI analyses, and tender documents to clients.
• Liaise with DNSPs and ensure compliance with local grid and regulatory requirements.
• Provide training to internal teams and clients on system design and operation.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Customer focus

Education

Electrical engineering degree or electrical trade qualification (A Grade Electrician)

Tools

Orkestra

PVsyst

Nearmap

Job description

About the job

EnerSys is the global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications. We have over thirty manufacturing and assembly plants worldwide servicing over 10,000 customers in more than 100 countries. Worldwide headquarters are located in Reading, PA, USA with regional headquarters in Europe and Asia. We complement our extensive line of Motive Power and Energy Systems with a full range of integrated services and systems. With sales and service locations throughout the world, and over 100 years of battery experience, EnerSys is the power/full solution for stored DC power products.

This position will be focusing primarily on our Energy Systems line of business, which include telecommunications, IT, uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), utilities and switchgear, security, emergency lighting and general electronics. Some of the reserve power brands include PowerSafe,DataSafe, and Genesis. Our extensive product range serves a variety of reserve power applications and consistently delivers the most effective, powerful and reliable batteries available.

Role Overview

The Energy Storage Sales Engineer serves as a critical technical and commercial interface between EnerSys and its customers in the rapidly expanding Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) market. The role provides technical expertise, develops compliant and optimised energy solutions, and strengthens client relationships across the Commercial and Industrial (C&I) sectors.

Main Responsibilities

• Conduct technical consultations and site energy audits to assess BESS opportunities.
• Design, size, and specify BESS and Balance of Plant (BOP) systems.
• Deliver technical presentations, demonstrations, and ROI analyses to customers.
• Liaise with DNSPs and ensure compliance with local grid and regulatory requirements.
• Stay informed on evolving BESS technologies, standards, and industry trends.
• Support the Sales and Marketing teams in developing strategies, campaigns, and training initiatives.
• Provide training to internal teams and clients on system design and operation.
• Prepare tender documentation and response submissions, including solution design, technical specifications, scope of works, pricing schedules, and supporting material, ensuring alignment with client requirements, bid strategy, and compliance with all tender evaluation criteria.
• Build trust and conduct client consultations, needs assessments, site audits, and energy analyses to develop tailored BESS solutions
• Deliver presentations, demonstrations, and ROI-based proposals that effectively communicate technical and financial value.
• Provide pre-sales information about products and answering technical product enquiries as measured by agreed timeframes, customer satisfaction, sales and feedback from stakeholders
• Provide reporting on all activity as required.
• Other duties within your capacity as required by the business

Ideal Candidate

• Highly organised, proactive, and solutions oriented.
• Strong communicator able to translate technical detail into clear, customer-friendly insights.
• Reliable, adaptable, and self-driven with high attention to detail.
• Customer-focused with a collaborative and inclusive approach.
• Committed to continuous learning and professional development.

Vocational / Educational Requirements

Minimum Requirement

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or electrical trade qualification (A Grade Electrician).
• Minimum 2 years’ experience with BESS, PCS, and EMS within the C&I or residential sectors.
• Strong understanding of energy storage technologies, lithium-ion systems, and grid integration.
• Excellent understanding of Australian Standards (AS/NZS 3000, 4777, 5139).
• Willingness to travel for client and project work.
• Ability to prioritise workload
• Ability to work as part of a team, with or without supervision

Preferred

• Current SAA accreditation (Grid-Connect PV, Battery Design, or Stand-Alone Systems).
• Experience in microgrid or hybrid power system design.
• Proficiency in simulation and system design software (e.g., Orkestra, PVsyst, Nearmap or similar).

Core Compentency

Culture

Functional Competencies

Technical Skills

Teamwork

Testing and Troubleshooting

Prioritizing Customer Needs

Problem Solving/Analysis

EnerSys provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.