Lead Engineer – Battery Energy Storage Systems

Job Description

Key Responsibilities :

Serve as the go-to technical leader for system design, BESS integration, and grid / hybrid power plant integration (e.g.

combining BESS with photovoltaic or wind projects).

• Lead the development and implementation of an overarching engineering framework, gradually adopting the INCOSE Systems Engineering V-model to improve requirements engineering and lifecycle processes.
• Act as a mentor and technical advisor, providing guidance and support to less-experienced engineers, helping them grow and thrive in their roles.
• Collaborate closely with the procurement team on supplier selection, ensuring technical requirements are met and maintaining strong industry ties with current and potential suppliers.
• Stay connected with R&D teams and external research institutions to remain at the forefront of technological innovation in the battery industry.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning and innovation while respecting the autonomy of sub-circles within our self-organized team structure.

Qualifications

Qualifications :

• Academic Background : A Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field is required, with a solid academic and scientific foundation.
• Expertise : Extensive experience in establishing engineering tools and processes required. Advanced knowledge in electrical and power grid engineering beneficial, ideally covering all life cycle phases of utility / asset focussed business.

Background in stationary battery energy storage applications is preferred, but not mandatory.

Leadership and Mentorship : A natural ability to lead through informal leadership and mentorship, with a focus on developing young talent.

You must excel in communication, networking, and fostering collaborative, team-oriented environments.

Innovation and Adaptability : Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to thrive in a volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous (VUCA) environment, with a mindset focused on continuous improvement and innovation.

Additional Information

Location :

• Hamburg or Berlin (GER)
• Moderate travel required.

What We Offer :

• A market-competitive salary and a wide range of company benefits to support your well-being and professional growth.
• An opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of battery energy storage technology, working with cutting-edge innovations and contributing to the global energy transition.
• A collaborative, self-organized work environment, where autonomy and ownership are valued, and each team member has the freedom to lead their work.

If you’re ready to take on a significant leadership role and help us drive engineering excellence in the battery energy storage industry, we’d love to hear from you!

If you're also ready to lead our talented team and contribute to a sustainable future, we want to hear from you. Apply now to become a part of our renewable energy revolution.

More Information

We welcome your application in English no later than 02.12.2024. We kindly request that you do not send applications by any means other than via our website as we cannot guarantee that we will be able to process applications that are not made via our website.

For more information about the recruitment process you are welcome to contact our recruiter Cristina Sigel via email : [email protected]

At Vattenfall we are convinced that diversity contributes to build a more profitable and attractive company and we strive to be good role model regarding diversity.

Vattenfall works actively for all employees to have the same opportunities and rights regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, transgender identity or expression, religion or other belief, disability or sexual orientation.

The security of Vattenfall and its employees is essential. For that reason, a pre-employment screening will be part of your recruitment process.

The screening is based on the role you will fulfil within Vattenfall. The screening will be performed by a third party, Validata.

We look forward to receiving your application!