Asset Manager (BESS) (m/f/d)

What We Are Hiring For - Your Role

Asset Manager (m/f/d) for BESS is responsible for the complete lifecycle management of our operational battery energy storage projects. This role is central to maximizing the long-term value of our assets by overseeing their technical performance and some elements of the commercial and financial performance. Drawing on best practices from renewable energy asset management, the successful candidate will manage key contracts and serve as the primary point of contact for all project stakeholders. This position requires a unique blend of technical understanding of energy storage systems and strong commercial acumen to navigate dynamic energy markets. To allow efficient communication with local authorities stakeholders and easy site visits the candidate can communicate freely in German language and holds a drivers license valid in Germany.

What You Will Work On - Your Responsibilities

• Technical & Operational Management
• Stakeholder & Risk Management
• Commercial & Financial Management
• P&L: Take full ownership of cost items. Assist with the budgeting process. Assess feasibility of cost optimisation.
• Contract Management: Proactively manage key project agreements, including O&M Contracts, Grid Connection Agreements, Land Lease Agreements, and Insurance Policies, ensuring all parties adhere to their obligations. Ensure the project complies with warranty and off-take agreements. Play an active role in contract drafting and negotiation during the originating process.
• Reporting: Prepare and deliver accurate and timely technical performance reports for internal and external stakeholders, including investors, lenders, and senior management subject to requirements
• Performance Monitoring: Oversee the O&M provider to ensure the highest levels of asset availability, performance, and safety. Proactively investigate around unavailabilities of assets and assign action items.
• KPI Analysis: Continuously monitor and analyze key BESS-specific performance indicators, such as Round-Trip Efficiency (RTE), State of Health (SoH), degradation, availability, and cycle life against contractual guarantees.
• Supplier & Warranty Management: Act as the primary interface with key equipment suppliers (battery, Power Conversion System (PCS), Energy Management System (EMS)). Manage and process warranty claims effectively.
• Compliance: Ensure the projects comply with all technical, regulatory, and environmental requirements, including grid codes, permits, and health & safety regulations (e.g., DIN VDE standards).
• HSE Management: Uphold the highest standards of Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) performance for all project sites and contractor activities.
• Relationship Management: Serve as the central and first point of contact for all project stakeholders, including grid operators (TSOs/DSOs), regulatory authorities, landowners, and insurers. Support the finance team in its interactions with investors and lenders.
• Risk Mitigation: Identify, assess, and proactively mitigate commercial, technical, regulatory, and operational risks that could impact project performance and profitability.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement strategies for performance enhancement, cost reduction, and overall asset value creation.

What We Are Looking For - Your Qualifications

• Education: University degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial), or a related field or a technical education.
• Experience: 3-5+ years of professional experience in asset management, preferably within the renewable energy (solar PV, wind), power generation, or infrastructure sectors. Direct experience with Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) is highly advantageous.
• Skills: Proven ability to manage contracts and budgets. Solid understanding of the German energy market, including ancillary service markets (e.g., Regelenergie). Familiarity with project finance structures, SPV management, and lender requirements. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage relationships with diverse internal and external stakeholders in normal and dense situations. Proactive, diligent, detail-oriented, and able to work independently.
• Languages: Fluency in both German and English is required.
• Mobility: Valid German driver’s license (Class B), willing to travel to construction sites.

Why You Should Be Excited About This Opportunity

• Work for a company with a clear mission: A world powered by 100% renewable energy
• Have impact from day 1: Your contribution will not only have a positive impact on society; by joining our small and nimble team, your work will make a difference from day one.
• Become a Shareholder: In addition to your competitive base salary your compensation includes an ESOP component that lets you participate in the development of our growing company.
• Invest into your personal development: We guarantee a steep learning curve combined with a lot of space to bring in your own ideas and shape terralayr’s future. On top, you benefit from our Learning & Development budget of 1,000 EUR per person per year.

About Us

At terralayr, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone's unique talents and perspectives are respected. We firmly believe that our strength lies in the rich tapestry of backgrounds, experiences, and ideas that our team members bring to the table. As an equal opportunities employer, we value and embrace differences and are dedicated to providing a fair and supportive environment for all.

We encourage candidates from all walks of life, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or any other characteristic, to apply and join our team. We firmly believe that diversity drives innovation, creativity, and success, making us stronger as a collective.