Energy Storage Systems Engineer

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and stock options

Fully remote work environment

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Cutting-edge energy storage projects

Professional development allowance and

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a specialized Energy Storage Systems Engineer for a fully remote role focusing on the design, integration, and optimization of battery energy storage systems (BESS) for grid-scale projects and microgrids. You will help improve grid stability and renewable power utilization.

Ideal candidates have a degree in electrical/mechanical engineering and at least four years in energy storage or power electronics, with strong knowledge of Li-ion cells, inverters, EMS, and grid standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 4 years in design/engineering of energy storage or power electronics.
• Strong knowledge of Li-ion batteries, inverters, and EMS.
• Familiar with grid integration challenges and standards.
• Excellent analytical and remote communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and specify BESS components (batteries, inverters, control systems).
• Develop integration strategies for BESS with renewables and the grid.
• Perform performance analysis, simulation, and optimization of energy storage.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.
• Provide technical support during commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting.

Skills

Battery tech

Inverters

EMS

Grid integration

Remote communication

System design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a specialized Energy Storage Systems Engineer to join their innovative team on a fully remote basis. This role focuses on the design, integration, and optimization of battery energy storage systems (BESS) for grid-scale applications, renewable energy hybrid projects, and microgrids. You will be instrumental in developing technical solutions that enhance grid stability, reliability, and the effective utilization of renewable power. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer passionate about the future of energy to contribute significantly from anywhere in the country, collaborating closely with remote colleagues.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and specify components for battery energy storage systems (BESS), including batteries, inverters, and control systems.
• Develop system integration strategies for BESS with renewable generation sources and the grid.
• Conduct performance analysis, simulation, and optimization of energy storage solutions.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, safety regulations, and technical requirements.
• Provide technical support during system commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting phases.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in the design and engineering of energy storage systems or power electronics.
• Strong understanding of battery technologies (e.g., Li-ion), inverters, and energy management systems (EMS).
• Familiarity with grid integration challenges and standards for energy storage.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and remote communication skills are essential.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for stock options.
• Fully remote work environment offering maximum flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Opportunities to work on cutting-edge energy storage technologies.
• Professional development allowance and virtual team-building activities.