Senior Engineer Energy Storage

Engineered Sourcing; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled professional to lead energy storage advisory projects. In this dynamic role, you will manage technical due diligence, drive sales opportunities, and support the development of innovative energy storage solutions. The ideal candidate will possess a Master’s degree and have over five years of experience in the renewable energy sector, with a strong focus on battery energy storage technology. Join a collaborative team where your expertise will contribute to impactful projects and foster long-term client relationships. If you're passionate about renewable energy and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in renewable energy, 2+ years in energy storage consultancy.
• Strong technical background in battery energy storage systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage energy storage advisory projects and provide technical due diligence.
• Drive sales and market opportunities for energy storage solutions.

Skills

Technical expertise in battery energy storage technology

Consultancy services in renewable energy

Feasibility Studies

Analytical skills

Networking

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Master’s degree in a relevant subject

Tools

MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Job description

• Execute and/or manage energy storage related advisory projects, including technology review, technical due diligence, conceptual design, technical specifications, procurement support, EPC/O&M contract review, design review, construction progress monitoring, testing and commissioning, report writing, presentations, courses, etc.
  
• Support the development and maintenance of services and products related to Energy Storage.
  
• Extend your external network and identify, drive and facilitate sales and market led opportunities for energy storage e.g. generating leads, quality proposals and closing deals in cooperation with the Market Area Managers for the region.
  
• Analyse new business opportunities, gather market intelligence and ensure distribution of knowledge amongst relevant colleagues.
  
• Achieve sales as per targets agreed with the Storage Team Lead.
  
• Build an internal network to gain and share knowledge and opportunities.
  

Requirements

• Master’s degree in a relevant subject
  
• 5+ years’ experience in the (renewable) energy sector, of which 2+ years providing consultancy services and 2+ years in the area of energy storage systems and applications
  
• Technical expertise in battery energy storage technology, electrical balance of plant design & specifications
  
• Experience in Feasibility Studies and Technical Due Diligence
  
• Dynamic and enthusiastic team player - co-operates well with others, shares knowledge, experience and information, and supports others in pursuit of team goals
  
• Delivery and Results - completes tasks in accordance with expectations and schedule and with strong attention to details, understanding task urgency; able to juggle and manage conflicting work priorities to ensure deadlines are met.
  
• Drives ideas to implementation and execution in a timely manner, is willing to periodically work longer hours when the situation demands it.
  
• Analysis and judgement - quickly understands and analyses problems & complex issues, provides sound and rational judgements.
  
• Demonstrates methodical and systematic approach, plans ahead and prioritises tasks effectively
  
• Networking - builds good personal and professional relationships. Experience of building long-term client relationships
  
• Communicates and influences in a clear, open, active and honest manner (verbal and written) and seeks understanding of other views
  
• Proven ability to produce clear written reports and communicate verbally in English
  
• Good IT skills, and experienced in using MS Office suite packages (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
  

Desirable qualifications include:

• Familiar with testing & commissioning processes for battery energy storage projects.
  
• Project development or EPC experience with energy storage or renewables.
  
• Knowledge of transmission & distribution networks and load flow modelling.
  
• Knowledge of renewables (wind, PV) technology & project development.
  
• Familiarity with contracts (construction, supply, operations, interconnection)