Project Engineer (Utility BESS)

OpenKrill; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work possible

Competitive salary

Professional development

Buddy system training

International collaboration

Job summary

Openkrill seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead BESS projects from planning through commissioning, defining objectives, budgets, schedules, and metrics. You will own the technical scope, validate designs, and coordinate FAT/SAT for battery racks, PCS, PPC, and SCADA systems.

You will act as the technical liaison among internal teams, clients, and subcontractors, ensuring compliance with standards. Remote work is possible with 20–30% international travel.

Qualifications

• 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 in 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.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of 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.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Power systems

BESS knowledge

Protection & control

RS485/CANBUS/Modbus

Team leadership

On-site integration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical Engineering or related

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