Energy Storage Systems Engineer - Remote

Placements24

Upington

Hybrid

ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Professional development budget

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an Energy Storage Systems Engineer to lead the design, development, and integration of advanced battery storage solutions for grid-connected and behind-the-meter needs in a fully remote capacity.

You will analyze performance data, ensure safety and standards compliance, and collaborate with project managers, software engineers, and external partners to advance next-generation storage technologies while enjoying a flexible, remote work setup with a globally distributed team.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
Minimum of 5 years in design/engineering of energy storage systems or power electronics.
Strong understanding of Li-ion batteries, inverters, and control systems.
Familiarity with grid interconnection standards and power system analysis.
Proficiency in relevant design and simulation tools.
Excellent problem-solving and remote collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

Design and engineer battery energy storage systems (BESS) for grid-connected and behind-the-meter applications.
Develop system architecture, select components, and create electrical schematics.
Analyze system performance, efficiency, and reliability data.
Ensure designs comply with safety standards, codes, and best practices.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including project managers and external partners.
Provide technical support during installation, commissioning, and operations.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Battery energy storage

Power electronics

Control systems

Grid interconnection

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Design tools

Simulation tools

CAD/EDA

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a specialized Energy Storage Systems Engineer to join their forward-thinking team, operating in a fully remote capacity. This role is central to the design, development, and integration of advanced energy storage solutions, playing a key part in enhancing grid stability and enabling greater adoption of renewable energy. You will work on innovative projects, analyzing system performance, ensuring optimal functionality, and contributing to the development of next-generation storage technologies. This position offers the significant benefit of remote work, allowing you to contribute to critical energy solutions from anywhere, supported by a globally distributed and highly collaborative team.

Key Responsibilities

Design and engineer battery energy storage systems (BESS) for grid-connected and behind-the-meter applications.
Develop system architecture, select components, and create detailed electrical schematics.
Analyze system performance, efficiency, and reliability data.
Ensure designs comply with relevant safety standards, codes, and industry best practices.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including project managers, software engineers, and external partners.
Provide technical support during installation, commissioning, and ongoing operations.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
Minimum of 5 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 control systems.
Familiarity with grid interconnection standards and power system analysis.
Proficiency in relevant design and simulation tools.
Excellent problem-solving abilities and strong written/verbal communication skills for remote collaboration.

Benefits