Senior BESS Engineer - OEM
We’re looking for a Senior BESS Engineer to join a world-class green technology manufacturer operating across wind, energy storage and hydrogen, with a strong international footprint and significant investment in advanced energy solutions. The business is scaling rapidly to support global energy transition programmes. This is a critical role focused on engineering governance, system integration and technical assurance across utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) deployments.
As a Senior BESS Engineer, you’ll operate at the interface between product engineering and project deployment. You’ll take ownership of integration standards, testing strategies and control system validation, ensuring BESS solutions are configured, commissioned and operated in line with technical specifications and grid compliance requirements. You’ll act as a subject matter expert, supporting customers, EPCs and internal teams across the full asset lifecycle.
Senior BESS Engineer Key Responsibilities
Establish and refine engineering processes within the BESS deployment and support function
Develop and review project-specific integration and testing plans in collaboration with global product teams
Oversee the integration of control systems (PCS, SCADA, PPC), ensuring alignment with product design and project requirements
Review and approve engineering documentation including control logic, I/O lists, network architecture and communication interfaces
Act as a technical authority on system integration for internal teams and external stakeholders
Provide technical support to EPCs and project teams during commissioning phases (FAT, SIT, SAT)
Lead on grid compliance alignment, including interpretation of requirements (e.g. G99/G100 in the UK)
Act as L3 technical escalation point for operational assets, supporting O&M teams with fault diagnostics and resolution
Work closely with customers, EPC contractors, consultants and internal teams to ensure alignment on technical requirements
Support project teams in new markets, providing guidance on commissioning and grid compliance frameworks
Senior BESS Engineer – Requirements
Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems or a related discipline
3+ years’ experience working on utility-scale BESS systems, ideally within an OEM, integrator or technical advisory environment
Strong understanding of battery technologies (LFP), PCS functionality and BESS control strategies
Experience with system integration, protection coordination and communication protocols
Hands-on involvement in FAT, SIT/SAT and commissioning support activities
Strong knowledge of grid compliance frameworks (e.g. G99/G100) and evolving industry standards
Familiarity with topics such as grid-forming inverters, NFPA requirements and cybersecurity considerations
Proven ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues across operational assets
Strong stakeholder engagement and coordination capability across multiple parties
What can they offer you?
This is an opportunity to join a globally recognised OEM at the forefront of energy storage innovation. You’ll play a key role in ensuring cutting-edge BESS technology performs reliably in real-world applications, while influencing future product development and supporting high-profile energy transition projects worldwide.
If this peaks your interest, reach out today to have a confidential discussion and find out more about this opportunity!
Submit your CV or contact Holly Higginson (h.higginson@mintselection.com) to see if this could be the next step in your career.
Senior BESS Engineer - OEM
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