Energy Storage Expert (m/w/d)

Become an Energy Storage Expert with Voltalia in Porto, Portugal. Coordinate engineers, provide consulting, and optimize battery solutions for renewable energy projects. Enjoy a dynamic work environment and contribute to a sustainable future. Join Voltalia as an Energy Storage Expert in Porto, Portugal, and play a key role in advancing renewable energy projects. You'll coordinate energy storage engineers, provide consulting and design services, and optimize battery solutions for solar and wind projects. Enjoy a collaborative work culture that values diversity and innovation, while contributing to a sustainable future. Opportunities for national and international travel are available.

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Voltalia

Company Overview

Name

Voltalia

Headquarters

Paris, France

Founded

2005

Size

Employee count stands at approximately 1,548 to 2,028, with a 6% growth in the past year, and revenue estimates range from $486.6 million to $596.2 million annually, including €205 million reported in 2021 (source: rocketreach.co) (source: growjo.com) (source: dcfmodeling.com).

What They Do

Voltalia is a prominent player in the renewable energy sector, focusing on wind, solar, hydraulic (hydro), biomass, and energy storage technologies. The company not only produces and sells electricity from its own facilities but also offers comprehensive services such as project development, engineering, construction, operation, maintenance, and asset management for both its own projects and those of third parties (source: moomoo.com) (source: rocketreach.co). Voltalia's offerings include electricity generation, carbon trading, green electricity supply to corporate clients, energy efficiency solutions, and local on-site power production, supported by a robust development pipeline of 8.5 GW to 17.2 GW (source: moomoo.com) (source: rocketreach.co). The company serves a diverse range of markets, including developed regions like Europe and emerging markets in Latin America and Africa, catering to utility-scale buyers, investors, power plant owners, and corporate customers seeking renewable power purchase agreements or customized energy services (source: dcfmodeling.com) (source: triodos-im.com). Voltalia's global presence spans 19-20 countries, and it is recognized for its full value-chain expertise and commitment to energy transition objectives, with 99% of its revenues aligned to these goals (source: rocketreach.co) (source: growjo.com).

Projects & Track Record

Voltalia has an impressive track record of completed projects, including the Serra Branca Wind Complex in Brazil, which boasts a capacity of 600 MW and was commissioned in 2018 (source: dcfmodeling.com). Another significant project is the Canudos Solar Plant in Brazil, with a capacity of 400 MW, completed in 2021 (source: rocketreach.co). In France, the Mont de Savel Wind Farm, with a capacity of 35 MW, was completed in 2017, and the La Couronne Wind Farm, with 24 MW, was finished in 2019 (source: growjo.com). Additionally, the Quinta do Anjo Solar Plant in Portugal, with a capacity of 30 MW, was completed in 2020, contributing to Voltalia's total capacity of over 1.3 GW to 3.1 GW in operation and construction across Latin America, Europe, and Africa (source: rocketreach.co). The company continues to advance its development portfolio, which includes a pipeline of 17.2 GW, focusing on wind, solar, hydro, biomass, and storage initiatives globally (source: rocketreach.co).

Recent Developments

In recent years, Voltalia has reported significant developments, including an annual revenue of $486.6 million and the appointment of a Deputy CEO to strengthen its governance structure (source: rocketreach.co). The company has also secured €54.6 million in funding across one round and allocated €45 million to research and development in 2022, marking a 15% year-over-year increase (source: dcfmodeling.com). Voltalia's market capitalization stands at €1.3 billion as of late 2023, and it has achieved milestones such as 3.1 GW capacity and inclusion in the Gaïa-Index for responsible midcaps (source: rocketreach.co). Although no specific mergers or acquisitions are detailed, the company's operational growth and index recognitions highlight its ongoing progress (source: growjo.com).

Working There

Voltalia offers a wide range of roles across various departments, including development, engineering, construction, operation & maintenance, asset management, energy sales, services, data & AI, and finance (source: triodos-im.com). The company has office locations in Paris, France, and international sites in 20 countries, such as Brazil and Portugal, supporting a recent 6% employee growth (source: growjo.com). Voltalia's culture emphasizes global teamwork, local hiring, and environmental impact assessments, with recognition in socially responsible indices like the Gaïa-Index (source: dcfmodeling.com). Although specific benefits are not documented, the company's structure supports career mobility in a growing firm with 1,548-2,028 employees (source: rocketreach.co).

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As an Independent Power Producer, Voltalia operates in over 20 countries, developing, building, and maintaining renewable energy projects and services across five key technologies: solar, wind, hydro, biomass, and storage. Backed by the AFM Group, a globally recognized, family-owned investment group, we benefit from long-term stability and a shared commitment to sustainable growth.

By the end of 2024, our operational and under-construction capacity reached 3.3 gigawatts-a 14% increase since 2023. With 1,500 employees worldwide, we thrive in a fast-moving environment driven by adaptability, innovation, and collaboration.

In our company, your work directly contributes to a more sustainable world. Whether you're driving projects forward, optimizing operations, or leading strategic initiatives, you're contributing to our mission to improve the global environment and foster local development.

At Voltalia, we welcome individuals from all backgrounds, whatever your race, ethnicity, gender, nationality, age, disability, sexual orientation, and experience. In our company, diversity drives innovation and contributes to a workplace where everyone can thrive.

Ready to make an impact? Bring your energy-let's power a sustainable future together!

YOUR MISSIONS

Voltalia's subsidiary for the O&M and EPC third party services is looking for an Energy Storage Expert with the know-how and the energy to support the growth of this technology as part of more and more PV projects. The main responsibilities include:

Coordinate energy storage engineers in all management aspects;
Provide consulting, design, calculation and services to internal and external clients;
Setup of a database with all the batteries types, suppliers, specifications, prices to be able to advise on the most suitable battery system based on requirements, costs, delivery time, lifespan, specifications and others, being at the forefront of the development of new battery solutions;
Deploy procedures that allow to trend accurately the technologies and battery prices in the short, medium and long terms, managing the technological development by analyzing competitors, the market and leasing with customers and universities;
Manage your own technical research relating to wind power and solar storage systems and batteries;
Develop together with the COE team new strategic solutions and processes improvements, including for both operational plans & maintenance of battery storage systems (O&M);
Mentor and coach other more junior professional staff as needed.
Coordinate and perform, when needed, the following tasks:
Analysis of received technical information for a specific project (including RFP/RFQ and tenders) that impacts the energy storage project design;

Solutions optimization, considering both technical and economic views;

Provide inputs to CAD Design Team for the design of Storage Systems, regarding local constraints, specificities of the project, electrical configuration and technical conditions;
Execution of preliminary layouts and electrical diagrams (Single Line Diagrams - SLD);
Monitoring of all his project's energy storage drawings and final review (verification of such of external service providers when subcontracted by Voltalia);
Contact with suppliers for technical discussion of existing and/or alternative solutions, or under technical arrangements to electrical infrastructures;
Bill of quantities preparation (on the electrical and energy storage side);
Execution of technical documents (Written Parts, Drawings, O&M Dossier);
Perform Technical Descriptions, Technical Calculation, Technical Specifications, Drawing for projects licensing, EPC and execution;
Technical assessment and support in Site Surveys;
Perform Executive Designs (on the Electrical and energy storage area);
Provide technical support during construction and execute the As Built documentation according to the changes made during the construction.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCES

The ideal candidate will be/have:

Master Degree or Degree in Electrical/ Electrotechnical Engineering - Specialization in Energy Systems (preferred);
Minimum of 5 years of experience related to battery storage;
At least 2 years of experience in coordination positions is desirable;
Experience with lead acid, NiCad, lithium-ion and flow batteries is preferred;
Deep understanding of the electrical and thermal aspects of battery storage;
Commercial experience with construction contracts and contractors for utility scale battery storage project;
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel;
Fluency in English. French and/or Portuguese are a plus;
Availability for national and international travels.

KEY SKILLS

Analysis and interpretation ability, with strong attention to detail;
Organization and team management capabilities, along with good team work skills;
Availability, sense of responsibility, resilience and proactivity;
Self-motivated;
Ability to work independently or as part of a team and to meet deadlines under pressure;
Excellent oral and written communication skills;
Comfortable in a fast-paced environment;
Flexibility and adaptability in work style.

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