Senior BESS Project Engineer — Japan

Remote; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 158,000 - 253,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Bonus Plan

Restricted Stock Units (RSUs)

Home office equipment reimbursement

Home internet reimbursement (up to JPY

Commuting expense reimbursement

Job summary

Energy Vault in Japan seeks a Senior Project Engineer to manage and optimize design and execution of Battery Energy Storage System projects. You will work with project managers, construction teams, customers, vendors, AHJs, and consultants to deliver scalable, reliable energy assets.

The role requires fluent Japanese and English, 10+ years in project design leadership, and strong knowledge of electrical standards for BESS in Japan.

Qualifications

• Fluent in Japanese and English.
• Current work rights in Japan.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (electrical or power system) or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of experience leading project design, preferably large power/utility-scale.
• 5+ years of BESS project experience preferred.
• 3+ years of EPC project experience.
• Knowledge of relevant electrical standards for BESS projects in Japan.
• PE certification or equivalent preferred.
• Familiarity with permitting processes with local authorities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project execution with clear scope, schedule, and stakeholder alignment.
• Identify gaps in scope and responsibilities and coordinate with stakeholders.
• Apply engineering principles and coordinate with SMEs to resolve issues.
• Specify equipment for projects (transformers, switchgear, protection).
• Interface with internal and external stakeholders to ensure clear communication.
• Review design documents (single lines, diagrams, layouts, test reports).
• Plan and lead BESS project commissioning.
• Provide feedback to improve internal processes and products.

Skills

English fluency

Japanese fluency

Stakeholder management

Project leadership

Travel willingness

MS Office

Communication

Permitting knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (electrical or power system)

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Energy Vault in Japan seeks a Senior Project Engineer to manage and optimize design and execution of Battery Energy Storage System projects. You will work with project managers, construction teams, customers, vendors, AHJs, and consultants to deliver scalable, reliable energy assets.

The role requires fluent Japanese and English, 10+ years in project design leadership, and strong knowledge of electrical standards for BESS in Japan.