Job description
Stem is a global leader reimagining technology to support the energy transition. Turning complexity into clarity, and potential into performance.
We help asset owners, operators and stakeholders benefit from the full value of their energy portfolio by enabling the intelligent development, deployment, and operation of clean energy assets. Our integrated software suite, PowerTrack, is the industry standard and best-in-class for asset monitoring, supported by professional and managed services, under one roof. Meant to tackle challenges as seamlessly as possible, Stem shows the information needed clearly and accurately and helps harness raw data to inform actionable insight. With global projects managed in 55 countries - from Germany to Japan and across North America - customers have relied on Stem for nearly 20 years to maximize the value of their clean energy projects.
Stem's culture embodies diversity & inclusion beyond the traditional facets of gender, ethnicity, age, disabilities, and sexual orientation to include experience, personality, communication, work styles, and more. At our core, Stem is at the momentous intersection of clean energy and software technology where diverse ideas, experiences, and professional skills converge to make the inclusive culture we have today. Together, we are turning old school thoughts about software and energy into progressive, collaborative, and innovative solutions. By joining our team, you will be collaborating with data scientists, energy experts, skilled salespeople, thought-leading executives and more from a range of backgrounds. This intersection of ideas, beliefs, and skills is what makes us unique enough to lead the world's largest network of digitally connected energy storage systems.
What We Are Looking For
We are looking for an Application Engineer / Project Engineer to join Stem's global project delivery team, based in Gurgaon. In this role, you will be an integral part of our European delivery operations - supporting Berlin-led utility-scale EMS, BESS, and hybrid PV+BESS projects through application engineering, system configuration, documentation, technical analysis, and project support.
You will work closely with the Berlin engineering team on a daily basis, contributing to real project deliverables for some of Europe's largest renewable energy installations. This is not a back-office support role - it is a hands-on technical contributor position within a global team that values precision, initiative, and structured collaboration across time zones.
This role is ideal for someone with experience in SCADA, EMS, renewable energy systems, or industrial automation who thrives on detailed technical work and wants direct exposure to European utility-scale project delivery.
What You Will Do
- Prepare and maintain detailed project documentation including communication circuit diagrams, network topologies, device lists, I/O mappings, and system specifications.
- Support communication network configuration tasks - including VLAN setup documentation, managed switch parameterization, and fiber optic link verification - as part of site deployment and commissioning activities.
- Assist in cybersecurity-related documentation and configuration activities - including firewall rule documentation, remote access configuration logs, and network security checklists - in line with project security requirements.
- Perform application engineering tasks: device configuration, protocol setup (Modbus, IEC 61850, IEC 60870-5-104), signal mapping, and data point verification.
- Conduct pre-commissioning testing and system validation activities, supporting remote commissioning efforts led by the Berlin team.
- Support grid code compliance verification tasks - including review of PPC setpoint tables, reactive power curves Q(U)/Q(P), and frequency response parameters - against applicable grid connection requirements as provided by the Berlin project team.
- Analyze and troubleshoot technical issues related to communication networks, data acquisition, device integration, and system performance.
- Support the Berlin project team with structured handovers, status updates, and technical documentation for each project phase.
- Contribute to the development of configuration templates, test procedures, and quality assurance checklists to improve delivery consistency.
- Assist with technical support escalations, including log analysis, issue reproduction, and resolution documentation.
- Collaborate daily with Berlin-based engineers and regularly with U.S.-based product and platform teams, adapting to overlapping working hours across time zones and maintaining clear, structured written communication.
- Participate in knowledge-sharing sessions and Stem University training to deepen expertise in Stem's EMS, SCADA, and asset management platforms.
Who You Are
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Automation, Computer Science, or a related field.
- 5 -10 years of professional experience in SCADA, EMS, renewable energy systems, industrial automation, or a related technical domain.
- Hands-on experience with system configuration, device parameterization, or application engineering for energy or industrial systems.
- Familiarity with communication protocols such as Modbus, IEC 61850, IEC 60870-5-104, or DNP3.
- Strong documentation skills - able to create clear, structured technical documents, diagrams, and reports.
- Proficiency in tools such as AutoCAD, Visio, or equivalent for creating technical diagrams and communication layouts.
- Strong written and spoken English. German language skills are not required but are a plus.
- Detail-oriented, methodical, and reliable - you take pride in the accuracy and quality of your work.
- Comfortable working across time zones with a remote team, maintaining clear communication and structured handovers.
- Proactive and self-driven - you identify issues early, flag risks, and propose solutions rather than waiting for instructions.
Stem, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
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About Stem
Company Overview
Stem, Inc.
HeadquartersSan Francisco, CA, United States
Founded2009
SizeApproximately 1,000 employees (source: linkedin.com). Revenue of $462 million in 2023 (source: bizjournals.com). Contracted backlog exceeding $1.6 billion by early 2024 (source: junkbondinvestor.com).
What They Do
Stem focuses on AI-driven clean energy solutions, particularly energy storage integrated with solar technologies. Their flagship software, the PowerTrack suite (formerly known as Athena), provides comprehensive asset monitoring, analytics, remote diagnostics, SCADA, power plant control, and optimization for solar-plus-storage systems (source: stem.com). The company’s offerings include hardware sourced from original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), which accounted for approximately 85% of their revenue in 2023, alongside professional services for design, procurement, commissioning, and troubleshooting of storage and hybrid systems (source: junkbondinvestor.com). High-margin software and services are also provided for both behind-the-meter (BTM) and front-of-the-meter (FTM) utility-scale deployments, enabling functionalities such as virtual power plants (VPPs), demand response, frequency regulation, microgrids, electric vehicle (EV) charging, and bill optimization (source: substack.com). Their target markets include utility providers, commercial businesses, energy asset owners, EV fleets, and solar installations across North America and globally in over 50 countries.
Projects & Track Record
Stem has completed notable projects such as deploying 15 energy storage systems (ESS) in a single U.S. town, forming a VPP that utilizes their Athena software for demand response (source: substack.com). Another significant project involved a California State University deployment that offset $70,000 in annual costs while reducing grid strain by 1.4 MW, showcasing the effectiveness of their solutions in real-world applications (source: substack.com). In 2023, Stem secured the Project Polyphemus contract aimed at enhancing grid resilience through advanced storage and software that optimizes distribution across a wide network (source: dcfmodeling.com). Their ongoing efforts emphasize FTM utility-scale battery projects developed in collaboration with partners, layered with software and services, and VPP/grid services like frequency regulation (source: junkbondinvestor.com). Key clients include California State University, SunPower, and a diverse base of 16,000 customers, with approximately 30% overlap with AlsoEnergy's client base.
Recent Developments
In the last two years, Stem announced the 2023 Project Polyphemus contract win, further solidifying its position as North America’s largest VPP operator, as recognized by Wood Mackenzie (source: dcfmodeling.com). The company issued a $200 million 4.25% green convertible note in March 2023 to repurchase existing notes and fund operations, reflecting strategic cash flow management amid growth (source: junkbondinvestor.com). The acquisition of AlsoEnergy for $695 million in 2021 marked a significant milestone, adding substantial revenue and enhancing their software capabilities (source: nanalyze.com). Revenue growth has been notable, with figures reaching $462 million in 2023, up from $363 million in 2022, alongside a backlog exceeding $1.6 billion (source: junkbondinvestor.com). Recent milestones also include the rebranding of PowerTrack and a renewed focus on software amid hardware shifts, further establishing their market presence.
Working There
Stem offers a variety of roles across hardware sales for FTM projects, software engineering for the PowerTrack/Athena platform, and professional services that include engineering, operations, and optimization (source: stem.com). The company is actively hiring, particularly in San Francisco, California, where its headquarters is located, with opportunities in utility-scale and VPP-related fieldwork (source: linkedin.com). The culture at Stem is characterized by rapid scaling, with a tenfold revenue growth from 2020 to 2023, and a strong emphasis on AI innovation under CEO John Carrington since at least 2022 (source: bizjournals.com). While specific benefits are not detailed, the company highlights real-time expert support in professional services, suggesting access to advanced tools and a performance-driven structure for employees (source: stem.com). However, the high-pressure growth environment, influenced by SPAC origins and debt management, indicates a focus on maintaining margins and cash flow under investor scrutiny.
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