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Job Description

As an Energy Storage Commissioning Engineer, you will play a critical role in delivering Fluence energy storage projects from construction through to commercial operation. You will lead and coordinate commissioning activities, working closely with project teams, contractors, suppliers, and customers to ensure systems are installed, tested, and commissioned safely and efficiently. The role combines hands-on field work, technical troubleshooting, project coordination, and stakeholder management, with extensive travel to project sites.

You will be responsible for developing and executing commissioning plans, leading system testing and performance validation, and ensuring the successful handover of projects to Operations & Maintenance teams. This role is ideal for someone with a strong electrical, controls, commissioning, or utility background who enjoys solving complex technical challenges in a fast-paced, renewable energy environment.

Key Responsibilities

Fluence is defined by its unwavering commitment to safety, quality, and integrity. We take personal ownership in what we do, developing trust in our relationships with internal and external stakeholders. We firmly believe in having honest, forthcoming, and fair communications. The Energy Storage Commissioning Engineer will:

• Commission Fluence Projects working in cooperation with multiple project stakeholders including Fluence construction managers, contractors, suppliers, automation teams, control systems teams, etc.
• Develop and execute commissioning plans including resourcing and scheduling.
• Lead commissioning efforts to achieve commercial operations, and handover from delivery/construction team to the O&M team for each project.
• Define, develop and execute testing protocols based on industry-accepted practices, market rules, local utility requirements, off-taker and third-party supply contracts.
• Oversee complete commissioning and acceptance testing of the following systems: 1) project networks, communications, and control systems; 2) balance of plant relay protection, metering, HVAC, fire suppression, and electrical systems; 3) battery subsystems; 4) inverter subsystems.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Here at Fluence, we strive to continuously improve, be intellectually curious and be adaptive to our customers' and employees' needs. Collaboration is key, both in our partnerships with our customers, and with each other. Fluence prioritizes the most critical efforts that allow for the greatest impact.

• Undergraduate degree in a related engineering field or 3 to 5 years of professional work experience in a related field, such as industrial/utility construction, commissioning, project management, performance testing, and troubleshooting.
• Willing and able to manage commissioning at field locations located domestically and internationally. Must be willing to accept work assignments that require extensive (>90%) overnight travel from home, including weekends and holidays.
• Able to provide effective remote technical support as needed to other commissioning teams.
• Demonstrated hands on field experience in an electric utility-scale or process-heavy industrial environment, including but not limited to equipment and instrumentation acceptance testing, performance testing, troubleshooting, installation, startup/shutdowns, commissioning, and turnarounds.
• Proven success on challenging projects where you made key contributions while demonstrating ownership, creativity, and initiative.
• Demonstrated ability and interest in engineering design; ability to write specifications and work plans for others to implement.
• Passion for your work, and communication skills such that your passion motivates colleagues, clients, suppliers, and contractors.
• Desire to learn new skills, business applications and equipment platforms.
• Able to manage multiple overlapping projects. Manage and resolve scheduling conflicts with key stakeholders. Delegate and manage the workload of the site commissioning team. Identifies skill gaps and scheduling concerns in pre-commissioning to identify and manage those required resources.
• Effective in a collaborative yet informally structured work environment. Desire to take responsibility and initiative. Proven capability in managing contractors and working in a matrix organization on fast-moving projects.

Preferred Experience

• Experience managing teams of engineers or technicians in the electric power industry, or similar field.
• Knowledge and experience with SCADA protocols such as: IEC60870-5-101/103/104, IEC 61850 MMS, DNP3 & Modbus.
• Working knowledge on PLC (Siemens S7 & Allen Bradley ControlLogix PLC), soft logic IEC 61131, SEL Relays & Meters, Siemens Relays & Meters & SCADA Gateways & Data Concentrators.
• Experience with Managed Ethernet Switches, Media Converters (Fiber & Serial).
• Knowledge of the design, operation and maintenance of high voltage electrical equipment including but not limited to inverters, transformers, and controllers.

Our Culture

At Fluence, our culture is the foundation that drives our ambitious growth strategy and fuels our mission to transform the future of energy. Our core cultural pillars empower us to innovate, collaborate, and lead with purpose, ensuring we continue to deliver unparalleled value to our customers and the world.

Unleash Voices

We believe every voice matters. We encourage openness, active listening, and decisive action to create a culture where everyone has the opportunity to contribute to our success. We foster an environment where diverse perspectives are heard and valued, driving innovation and progress.

Customer Fluent

Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. We're committed to delivering exceptional value that exceeds expectations by understanding our customers' needs and adapting swiftly to meet them. Our deep focus on customer satisfaction drives us to continuously improve and innovate.

Infinite Impact

We are committed to creating the impossible. We push boundaries to deliver sustainable, game-changing solutions that shape a brighter, more energy-efficient future for all. Our team is passionate about making a lasting impact that will resonate for generations to come.

All In

We are all in for growth. Our teams are relentlessly focused on identifying and seizing opportunities that propel us forward. We embrace an ownership mindset, pushing ourselves and each other to accelerate progress and create lasting success.

Equal Opportunity Employer
At Fluence, we believe great teams are built on a collaborative and connected culture. We're proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome qualified applicants of all backgrounds. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other status protected by law.

Work Authorization
To join our team, you'll need to be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout your employment, without the need for employer sponsorship. Please note that Fluence does not sponsor work visas for this position.