Energy Storage Systems Engineer

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Professional development budget

Impactful energy projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a forward-thinking Energy Storage Systems Engineer to join our Centurion team. You will lead design and deployment of cutting-edge battery energy storage solutions that enhance grid stability and enable renewable energy integration.

You will design ESS, model performance, procure components, and work with software teams to integrate control algorithms, while staying ahead of depth in battery tech and grid standards.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, or related field.
• 7+ years in design, development, or deployment of energy storage systems or power electronics.
• Strong knowledge of lithium-ion and flow batteries and other storage technologies.
• Experience with MATLAB/Simulink and grid-code compliance.
• Ability to manage complex technical projects and collaborate across teams.

Responsibilities

• Design and engineer integrated energy storage systems (ESS), including batteries, power conversion, and control software.
• Model and simulate ESS performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Develop technical specifications, procure components, and oversee assembly and testing of ESS prototypes and systems.
• Collaborate with software teams to integrate control algorithms and monitoring platforms for ESS.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues during installation, commissioning, and operation phases.
• Stay current with advancements in battery chemistry, power electronics, and grid-scale storage technologies.

Skills

Battery energy storage

Power electronics

System modeling

MATLAB/Simulink

Grid codes knowledge

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a forward-thinking Energy Storage Systems Engineer to join their innovative team in Centurion . This role is central to developing and deploying cutting-edge battery energy storage solutions that will enhance grid stability and support the integration of renewable energy sources. You will work on the complete lifecycle of storage projects, from initial design and simulation to testing, commissioning, and ongoing performance monitoring. This is a fantastic opportunity for an engineer passionate about sustainable energy and advanced technology, working in a flexible and forward-looking environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and engineer integrated energy storage systems (ESS), including battery technologies, power conversion systems, and control software.
• Perform system modeling and simulations to optimize ESS performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Develop technical specifications, procure components, and oversee the assembly and testing of ESS prototypes and full-scale systems.
• Collaborate with software developers to integrate control algorithms and monitoring platforms for ESS.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during the installation, commissioning, and operation phases of projects.
• Stay current with advancements in battery chemistry, power electronics, and grid-scale energy storage technologies.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in the design, development, or deployment of energy storage systems or power electronics.
• Strong understanding of lithium-ion batteries , flow batteries , and other energy storage technologies.
• Proficiency in simulation software (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink) and experience with power system analysis.
• Knowledge of grid codes, standards, and regulatory requirements for energy storage.
• Excellent analytical skills and the ability to manage complex technical projects.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with performance-driven incentives.
• Remote work flexibility with occasional site visits required.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits package.
• Generous budget for professional development and continuous learning.
• Work on impactful projects shaping the future of sustainable energy.