Senior Engineer Energy Storage

About us

We are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence.

As a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful organizations, we use our knowledge to advance safety and performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions to tackle global transformations.

About Energy Systems

We help customers navigate the complex transition to a decarbonized and more sustainable energy future. We do this by assuring that energy systems work safely and effectively, using solutions that are increasingly digital. We also help industries and governments to navigate the many complex, interrelated transitions taking place globally and regionally, in the energy industry. About the role

You would be using your technical expertise for supporting your colleagues in the team with your knowledge on energy storage technologies, technical due diligence, conceptual design, technical specifications, procurement support, EPC/O&M contract review, design review, construction progress monitoring, testing and commissioning across the SEMELA region.

Most of the work will be desk based, but (national and international) travel for site and customer visits will be required at times (estimated at 5% to 20% of your time, depending on the projects you are involved in).

Main duties will include but are not limited to:

• Execute and/or manage energy storage related advisory projects, including technology review, technical due diligence, conceptual design, technical specifications, procurement support, EPC/O&M contract review, design review, construction progress monitoring, testing and commissioning, report writing, presentations, courses, etc.
• Support the development and maintenance of services and products related to Energy Storage.
• Extend your external network and identify, drive and facilitate sales and market led opportunities for energy storage e.g. generating leads, quality proposals and closing deals in cooperation with the Market Area Managers for the region.
• Analyze new business opportunities, gather market intelligence and ensure distribution of knowledge amongst relevant colleagues.
• Achieve sales as per targets agreed with the Storage Team Lead.
• Build an internal network to gain and share knowledge and opportunities.

What we offer

• Flexible work arrangements for better work-life balance
• Generous Paid Leaves (Public Holidays, Annual Leave, Sick Leave, Maternity Leave, Paternity Leave, Moving House, Examination Leave, Family Responsibility Leave)
• Medical benefits (Medical Examinations, Eye Tests, Audiometric Tests)
• Pension and Insurance Policies (Private Medical Insurance)
• Additional Benefits (Communication, Accommodation/Home Security, Memberships (professional/academic institutions, Gym & Sport Membership, Car Allowances)

*Benefits may vary based on position, tenure/contract/grade level*

DNV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity. About you

• Master’s degree in a relevant subject
• 5+ years’ experience in the (renewable) energy sector, of which 2+ years providing consultancy services and 2+ years in the area of energy storage systems and applications
• Technical expertise in battery energy storage technology, electrical balance of plant design & specifications
• Experience in Feasibility Studies and Technical Due Diligence
• Dynamic and enthusiastic team player - co-operates will with others, shares knowledge, experience and information, and supports others in pursuit of team goals
• Delivery and Results - completes tasks in accordance with expectations and schedule and with strong attention to details, understanding task urgency; able to juggle and manage conflicting work priorities to ensure deadlines are met.
• Drives ideas to implementation and execution in a timely manner, is willing to periodically work longer hours when the situation demands it.
• Analysis and judgement - quickly understands and analyses problems & complex issues, provides sound and rational judgements.
• Demonstrates methodical and systematic approach, plans ahead and prioritises tasks effectively
• Networking - builds good personal and professional relationships. Experience of building long-term client relationships
• Communicates and influences in a clear, open, active and honest manner (verbal and written) and seeks understanding of other views
• Proven ability to produce clear written reports and communicate verbally in English
• Good IT skills, and experienced in using MS Office suite packages (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Desirable qualifications include:

• Familiar with testing & commissioning processes for battery energy storage projects.
• Project development or EPC experience with energy storage or renewables.
• Knowledge of transmission & distribution networks and load flow modelling.
• Knowledge of renewables (wind, PV) technology & project development.
• Familiarity with contracts (construction, supply, operations, interconnection, offtake, and/or asset management contracts).