Sales Engineer - BESS
Job Description
Senior Sales Engineer - BESS \nLocation: Remote \nTarget Projects: < 100MW (Commercial, Industrial, & Smaller-Utility) \n\nPosition Overview \nWe are seeking a high-calibre Sales Engineer with a deep background in Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) to drive technical sales for projects up to 100MW. This role sits at the intersection of renewable integration and mission-critical infrastructure. You will be the primary technical point of contact, transforming complex electrochemical and power electronic requirements into high-performance energy solutions for solar developers and data centre operators.
\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nTechnical Solution Design: Lead the technical scoping for BESS projects, focusing on "behind-the-meter" solar integration and "front-of-the-meter" grid services.\nPerformance Modelling: Conduct rigorous energy throughput modelling, degradation analysis, and augmentation planning to ensure long-term ROI.\nInterconnection & Compliance: Navigate utility interconnection requirements and safety standards to ensure project viability.\nBid Management: Lead the technical portion of RFP/RFQ responses, including Single Line Diagrams (SLDs), layouts, and performance guarantees.\nMarket Intelligence: Stay ahead of evolving battery chemistries (LFP, Sodium-ion) and inverter technologies to maintain a competitive edge.\n\nRequired Qualifications\n\nExperience: 3-5 years in Sales Engineering or Applications Engineering within the energy sector, with at least 3 years specifically in BESS.\nSolar Synergy: Proven experience pairing storage with PV systems, including DC-coupled vs. AC-coupled architectures.\nCritical Power Knowledge: Understanding of data centre power chains (ATS, UPS, Switchgear) and how BESS can provide peak shaving and backup power.\n\nPreferred Skills\n\nKnowledge of local grid services.\nExperience with Battery Management Systems (BMS) and Energy Management Systems (EMS) integration.\n\nCompensation & Benefits\n\nBase Salary: £55,000 - £75,000 based upon experience - + Commission + Company Car/Car Allowance + Benefits\nLocation : Remote UK based with regular travel to site and prospective customers