Project Manager (Utility BESS)

Trina Solar Limited; Germany (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Open communication environment

Competitive salary and bonus structure

Attractive additional benefits

Job summary

Trina Solar Limited is looking for a project manager to manage energy storage projects in Europe. The role includes managing project commissioning and supporting execution by developing plans and contracts.

The ideal candidate has an engineering degree, experience in solar and battery projects, and strong interpersonal skills. The company offers a dynamic environment, remote work opportunities, comprehensive training, and competitive salaries.

Qualifications

• Experience with Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects.
• Ability to adapt to dynamic work conditions.
• CSCS card holder or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Manage and negotiate contracts with customers.
• Develop and execute commissioning plans.
• Produce project progress reports.

Skills

Project management

Electrical standards knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Fluent in English and Italian/German

Education

Engineering degree or qualifications

Tools

MS Office

SCADA

MODBUS

Job description

Responsibilities

• Manage project and commissioning works of Trina’s energy storage projects in Europe, cooperating with internal teams, suppliers and contractors
• Support Trina’s project execution efforts by developing and executing commissioning plans
• Manage and negotiate contracts with customers in terms of project delivery clause
• Lead project effort to achieve commercial operations, and handover from delivery/construction team to the O&M team for each project
• Comply with company policies, ensuring supplier and contractors follow up H&S regulations
• Develop and execute testing protocols based on market rules, DNO requirements and contractual obligations
• Produce project progress reports and project’s risk matrix

Requirements

• Suitable engineering degree or qualifications
• Related experience in managing project and commissioning work of electrical equipment in the context of Solar PV and/or Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects or other renewable energy projects
• Must have experience adhering to safety regulations (CDM) in an operational setting
• Strong experience supervising site activities amongst different contractors
• Familiar with related electrical standards, Regulations and Legislation
• Ability to adapt to dynamic conditions and stay focused/execute on goals under tight deadlines
• Highly developed interpersonal skills with ability to interface with multiple parties (contractors, suppliers, client representatives)
• CSCS card holder or equivalent
• Excellent MS Office capabilities; SCADA and MODBUS experience will be a plus
• Must be willing and able to travel in support of existing & new Energy Storage fleet
• Passion for your work, strong communication skills, a flexible and positive attitude, structured and dedicated way of working
• Languages: Fluent English and Italian/German; any other additional language will be a plus

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