Energy Management and Control System Expert (f/m/d) for Battery Storage Systems

Job Description

In this important and dynamic role, you will lead the activities related to the development of service offerings for stationary battery energy storage system (BESS) projects. You will be a critical member of a global multicultural team, focused on the research, development, go-to-market, tendering, and execution of service BESS products. You will be responsible in collaboration with your colleagues for the development of market-leading service energy storage solutions for our global customers.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Further development of the service portfolio, including LTSA (Long Term Service Agreement) offerings for the BESS integration platform and market launch of these service offerings
• Development of initial offerings and applications in coordination with cross-functional teams such as Distributed Energy Management Systems (DERMS), Instrumentation and Controls (I&C), software architects, application experts, tendering, and customers
• Collaboration to develop and deliver an I&C platform for real-time control of the BESS installation, asset management solutions from other technology areas, site IT network and connectivity infrastructure, BESS application engineering and technical studies, remote operation solutions, etc., to deliver a fully integrated digital solutions suite as part of LTSA offerings
• Leading or coordinating with third-party providers for battery prognostics and health management solutions, energy management solutions, power plant controllers, etc., to develop customized solutions based on project requirements
• Development of remote maintenance and operation applications for BESS, including remote access, remote support, and autonomous operation
• Configuration of customized solutions using state-of-the-art cybersecurity practices to support our customers
• Supporting research and development (R&D) programs focused on optimizing operation and maintenance, availability and performance guarantees, predictive capabilities, and augmentation based on customer requirements and business drivers
• Supporting our commissioning engineer with the commissioning plan and system upgrades

What You Bring

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in electrical engineering, power systems, computer science or a similar field & at least 5 years of experience in the energy industry with experience in DERMS (distributed energy resource management systems), I&C, remote and autonomous operation of power plants and the related energy infrastructure, experience with T3000 a plus
• Expert understanding of control network architectures, network protocols, energy management system, power plant controllers, plant monitoring platforms, etc. in the context of battery energy storage systems or renewable power plants & basic understanding of stationary battery storage systems, technologies, and components including batteries, transformers, controls, monitoring, digitalization or power conversion systems
• Understanding of service offerings including LTSAs, guarantees for availability and performance, and reliability and maintainability studies (RAMS) as well as Service and hands-on experience supporting commissioning of systems, troubleshooting, issue resolution, and deployment on energy assets.
• Basic know-how about standards, regulations, grid codes, transmission & distribution, and market requirements
• Strong written, verbal and presentation skills in English with German a plus
• Motivated and ability to self-organize and prioritize complex tasks in an intercultural and global environment

About the Team

Our Grid Technology division enables a reliable, sustainable, and digital grid. The power grid is the backbone of the energy transition. Siemens Energy offers a leading portfolio and solutions in HVDC transmission, grid stabilization and storage, high voltage switchgears and transformers, and digital grid technology.

At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. We meet the growing energy demand across 90+ countries while ensuring our climate is protected. With more than 94,000 dedicated employees, we not only generate electricity for over 16% of the global community, but we’re also using our technology to help protect people and the environment.

Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.

Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Energy: https://www.siemens-energy.com/employeevideo

Our Commitment to Diversity

Lucky for us, we are not all the same. Through diversity we generate power. We run on inclusion and our combined creative energy is fueled by over 130 nationalities. Siemens Energy celebrates character – no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability. We energize society, all of society, and we do not discriminate based on our differences.

Rewards/Benefits

• In addition to an attractive remuneration package in line with the market, you can expect an attractive employer-financed company pension scheme
• We also offer the opportunity to become a Siemens Energy shareholder
• We offer our employees the opportunity to work flexibly and remotely, and our inspiring offices provide space for collaboration and creativity
• The professional and personal development of our employees is very important to us. We provide them with the opportunities to learn and develop in a self-determined way, various attractive programmes and learning materials are available for this purpose
• In relation to the "compatibility of family and work", we have a wide range of offers, e.g. flexible working time models, childcare places at many locations, the possibility of trial part-time work or even a sabbatical

We value equal opportunities and welcome applications from people with disabilities.