Project Engineer - BESS

Location: Bangalore

Experience: 8-10 Years

Qualification: Bachelor's/Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, Energy Systems, or a related field

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Project Engineer – BESS to lead the technical sizing, design, and solutioning of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and integrated Solar + Storage projects. The ideal candidate will have 8-10 years of experience in renewable energy, power systems, and energy storage, with expertise in system design, transformer selection, grid integration, and project execution. This role involves supporting projects from feasibility analysis through engineering design, technical proposals, customer engagement, and commissioning support.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform technical sizing and solutioning of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), including battery capacity, inverter sizing, auxiliary systems, and overall system optimization.
• Conduct feasibility studies, load profile analysis, and energy modeling to recommend optimal BESS configurations and energy management strategies.
• Design, size, and specify power and distribution transformers (oil-filled and dry-type) for BESS and renewable energy applications.
• Evaluate Solar PV + BESS project sites, including solar generation potential, land availability, electrical infrastructure, and grid connection requirements.
• Develop optimized system designs considering cost, efficiency, performance, lifecycle, and regulatory compliance.
• Analyze customer energy consumption patterns and prepare customized technical solutions, solution architecture, and integration strategies.
• Prepare technical proposals, engineering documentation, compliance reports, and tender submissions.
• Collaborate with R&D, Product Development, Supply Chain, and Project Execution teams to enhance existing products and develop new energy storage solutions.
• Provide technical support during customer meetings, pre-sales discussions, solution presentations, and business case development.
• Resolve technical queries, troubleshoot system performance issues, and recommend performance optimization strategies.
• Conduct technical training for internal teams, EPC partners, customers, and service engineers.
• Support Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), commissioning, and project handover activities.
• Ensure compliance with applicable IEC, IEEE, UL, and other relevant electrical and renewable energy standards.

Required Skills

• Strong understanding of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) architecture and components, including Battery Packs, Battery Management Systems (BMS), Power Conversion Systems (PCS), Energy Management Systems (EMS), Transformers, and Switchgear.
• Hands-on experience in BESS sizing, electrical system design, and renewable energy integration.
• Expertise in transformer sizing, specification, and selection for grid-connected renewable energy projects.
• Experience with Solar PV systems, hybrid Solar + BESS projects, site feasibility studies, and grid integration.
• Strong knowledge of load profile analysis, energy modeling, lifecycle cost analysis, and system performance optimization.
• Familiarity with electrical protection systems, HV/LV distribution systems, and utility interconnection requirements.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics, Single Line Diagrams (SLDs), and engineering drawings.
• Experience in tender documentation, compliance evaluation, and technical proposal preparation.
• Excellent analytical, communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and AI productivity tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, Energy Systems, or a related discipline.
• Experience with utility-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and Solar + Storage projects.
• Knowledge of SCADA, EMS, remote monitoring, and data acquisition systems.
• Exposure to renewable energy regulations, international standards, and grid code requirements.
• Experience working with EPC contractors, utility companies, and renewable energy developers.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on large-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) and renewable energy projects.
• Exposure to advanced energy storage and hybrid Solar + Storage technologies.
• Collaborative environment with cross-functional engineering and project teams.
• Career growth through innovative projects and continuous learning opportunities.
• A chance to contribute to the transition toward sustainable and clean energy solutions.

Job Description

Senior Manager / AGM – Engineering Lead (BESS)

Location: Bangalore

Experience: 12+ Years

Qualification: Bachelor's/Master's in Electrical Engineering

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the engineering team for BESS, Solar, and Wind EPC projects.
• Manage engineering activities related to Power Evacuation Systems, including Switchyards, GSS Upgradation, Transmission Lines, Communication Systems, and AC/DC Electrical Systems.
• Provide technical leadership and coordinate with outsourced engineering (OE) teams for project execution.
• Deliver technical inputs for tendering and future bidding activities.
• Coordinate with clients to ensure timely engineering deliverables and project milestones.
• Ensure engineering designs comply with applicable grid codes and project requirements.
• Support EPC project execution by collaborating with cross-functional teams and resolving technical issues.

Required Technical Skills:

• Strong expertise in Power Evacuation Systems and Grid Integration.
• Hands-on experience in Switchyard, GSS, Transmission Line, Communication Systems, and AC/DC Electrical Systems.
• Experience in engineering leadership and managing technical teams.
• Strong knowledge of EPC project engineering and execution.
• Experience in client coordination and tender engineering.

Mandatory Regulatory Exposure:

• Working knowledge of CTUIL, CEA, MSETCL, MSEDCL, KPTCL, or TNEB regulations is mandatory.
• Exposure to additional state or central grid regulations will be an added advantage.