BESS SYSTEM ENGINEER

MSP Staffing Pty Ltd

Date: 1 day ago
City: Cape Town, Western Cape
Contract type: Full time

Our client is seeking an experienced BESS System Engineer to take technical ownership of industrial-scale Battery Energy Storage System solutions. This is a senior engineering opportunity for a professional with deep BESS expertise who can develop complete system designs while supporting commercial, tendering and project delivery teams.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the technical design of industrial-scale BESS solutions.
  • Develop complete system architectures for high-voltage BESS installations.
  • Provide technical input into costing, tendering and solution development.
  • Evaluate battery systems, PCS, switchgear, transformers and associated electrical infrastructure.
  • Work closely with EPC contractors, customers and internal commercial and project teams.
  • Provide technical support throughout project development and delivery.
  • Support FAT, commissioning and Site Acceptance Testing activities.
  • Travel across South Africa and the SADC region as required.

Requirements

  • Engineering degree.
  • Minimum 10 years' relevant experience in Battery Energy Storage Systems.
  • Strong experience with high-voltage BESS, preferably systems above 1 MW.
  • Knowledge of BESF 5.3 requirements and applicable standards and regulations.
  • Comprehensive understanding of LFP battery chemistry, cell technology and BESS architecture.
  • Strong understanding of medium-voltage systems, switchgear and transformer design.
  • Knowledge of PCS technology in the approximate 250 kW to 2.5 MW range.
  • Ability to develop technically sound and commercially competitive BESS solutions.
  • Strong technical communication and stakeholder-management skills.
  • Willingness to travel within South Africa and the SADC region.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Submit your CV to or call 021 555 0432.

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