Electrical Engineer BESS - Deputy Manager

Description

• Perform value engineering, engineering studies, prepare detailed estimates, cost analysis and as-built designs.
• Drive the technical due diligence from initial screen until turnover to the project management group for the implementation phase
• Review load profiles and Engineer Battery Energy Storage Systems to meet project goals.
• Develop single-line and three-line diagrams with required electrical details for the battery system in accordance with local codes and requirements.
• Investigates design factors such as function, durability, performance, efficiency, and contractual requirements.
• Model energy storage system performance, coordinate, obtain and integrate BMS, EMS and SCADA designs for the battery system from third party monitoring companies.
• Develop technical specifications and scopes of work for owners, engineering firms and contractors.
• Develop battery container layouts and coordinate with electrical, civil and PV engineering team for complete packages for installation.
• Designs for different types of battery enclosure type solutions like cabinet type, container type, building type storage solution. Identify and quantify energy conservation opportunities associated with Batteries / PCS / HVAC / FFS for different enclosure systems.

Requirements

• Should have deep understanding of Bi-directional inverter operation, control, and integration with battery systems. Familiarity with DC/DC converter operation, some experience in designing or modelling power conversion devices is a plus.
• Experience in design of power generation mix for microgrid/hybrid power systems using hybrid energy system simulation tools (Homer Pro, Homer Grid, MATLAB).
• Project management skills and experience in an international, multicultural environment
• Knowledge on different applications of battery systems like power smoothening, ancillary services, peak shifting etc., and determination of battery profile, dispatch optimization for different applications.
• Shall have comprehensive knowledge on latest standards on design, testing and validations like IEC 62933, UL9540A, NFPA 855, UL 1973, IEC 62619 etc.,
• Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability build client relationships and generate new business opportunities
• Should have deep understanding on Battery Energy Storage System design, chemistry selection, performance modelling, lifetime estimation simulations of batteries, degradation and augmentation schedules, visualization of business model (duty cycle). Experience in design of battery system sizing using simulation tools like MATLAB, Homer.
• Knowledge on manufacturing quality process of various battery technologies is a plus. Deep understanding on battery value chain and identify the main challenges at each step
• Having the following software exposure is preferred
• Clear understanding on the different parameters for design, selection, and sizing of the batteries as well leveraging the parameters to arrive at the most optimum sizes of the batteries.
• A degree in electrical engineering, preferably with a specialization in power systems, renewable energy and/or sustainable energy technology.
• Shall have profound knowledge in fundamental aspects and main characteristics of current battery technologies and relate them to battery parameters (like Round Trip efficiency, Cycle Life, etc.)
• Understand AC Coupled and DC coupled Battery Energy Storage systems
• Experience with power system simulation tools (PSS®E, DigSilent PowerFactory or similar) and/or microgrid and hybrid energy system simulation tools (Homer Pro, Homer Grid) would be preferred.
• Knowledge on design modelling of Hybrid Renewable Energy sources (especially Solar, BESS Wind).
• Should have hands-on experience working on software like MATLAB, HOMER, Dig SILENT, ETAP, PSCAD etc.,
• Minimum 3 years of experience in working on (conceptual) designs, simulation and/or deployment of BESS (Battery Energy Storage System)
• DigSilent, PowerFactory
• Knowledge of utility grid interconnection standards, such as UL/IEEE standards, IS, European grid codes.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in the areas of Renewable Energy Systems like Solar PV, Battery Storage, Wind Energy Systems.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance