Job Description – Senior Engineer – Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
Location: Mumbai / Pune
Role Summary
We are looking for a Senior Engineer / Assistant Manager – BESS to support technical due diligence, engineering review, project monitoring, and commissioning of standalone and hybrid (Solar/Wind + BESS) energy storage projects. The role involves ensuring technical excellence, regulatory compliance, and successful project delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct Technical Due Diligence (TDD) for standalone and hybrid BESS projects.
- Review feasibility studies, DPRs, energy yield assessments, grid studies, and engineering documents.
- Evaluate battery technologies, degradation, lifecycle performance, and system sizing.
- Review SLDs, layouts, protection schemes, EMS/SCADA architecture, and detailed engineering.
- Monitor project execution, conduct site inspections, and ensure quality and contractual compliance.
- Review FAT, SAT, commissioning reports, and performance testing.
- Ensure compliance with IEC, IEEE, UL, NFPA, CEA, and applicable regulatory standards.
- Coordinate with clients, EPC contractors, OEMs, and project stakeholders.
Technical Skills
- Strong knowledge of Li-ion BESS (LFP/NMC), PCS, EMS, SCADA, and BMS.
- Understanding of grid integration, power system studies, battery degradation, thermal management, and fire protection.
- Familiarity with IEC, IEEE, UL, NFPA, and CEA standards.
- Proficiency in ETAP, DIgSILENT, PVSyst (preferred), AutoCAD, and MS Office.
Education & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in electrical, Power, or Energy Engineering (master's preferred).
- 5–8 years of experience in renewable energy, including 2–4 years in BESS engineering, consulting, or project execution.
