Sr Systems Engineer - BESS

Key Info

  • Job Title:
    Sr Systems Engineer - BESS
  • Location:
    Remote - US or Canada
  • Sector:
    ENERGY STORAGE
  • Salary:
    $150,000 - $200,000 + up to 30% bonus
  • Contract Type:
    permanent
The company
A global leader in BESS, with over 50 gigawatt hours delivered and a top-three ranking in global shipments. Focused exclusively on stationary storage, it designs and manufactures its own high-performance cells and integrated systems, supporting large-scale energy projects worldwide with a commitment to innovation and reliability.

In the US, the company is rapidly scaling and has established a major local manufacturing facility to support its long-term growth. Early team members have a rare opportunity to shape the business and accelerate their careers. The culture is collaborative, flexible, and results-driven, with strong compensation, clear advancement paths, and the energy of a fast-moving, globally backed team.

The role
You will lead the design and development of AC and DC system solutions for energy storage, bridging technical execution with strategic planning and cross-functional collaboration. This high-impact role focuses on delivering integrated, scalable, and compliant BESS products.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Translate business and technical requirements into system-level design goals.
  • Lead integration and optimization of PCS, transformers, EMS, and controls.
  • Align product roadmaps with engineering and business objectives.
  • Coordinate with internal teams to ensure design consistency and scalability.
  • Define requirements for turnkey containerized or skid-mounted BESS.
  • Conduct system simulations (e.g., power flow, short-circuit, dynamic modeling).
  • Evaluate third-party equipment for compliance and performance.
  • Develop SLDs, schematics, and support reliability and failure analysis.
  • Ensure compliance with UL, IEC, NFPA, and other standards.
  • Engage vendors and partners on integration and validation efforts.

Requirements
  • Degree qualified in electrical engineering or in another engineering discipline with hands-on electrical experience
  • 5+ years’ experience in power and renewable energy 
  • Experience in ESS or inverter product development
  • Utility-scale renewable energy experience preferred; C&I considered
  • Experience in design and modeling tools such as AutoCAD, ETAP, or PSCAD
  • Other useful technical experience includes grid interconnection, balance of plant systems such as transformers, control systems, and communication protocols

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