Senior Sales Engineer - BESS
Location: Remote
Target Projects: < 100MW (Commercial, Industrial, & Smaller-Utility)

Position Overview
We 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Solution Design: Lead the technical scoping for BESS projects, focusing on "behind-the-meter" solar integration and "front-of-the-meter" grid services.
• Performance Modelling: Conduct rigorous energy throughput modelling, degradation analysis, and augmentation planning to ensure long-term ROI.
• Interconnection & Compliance: Navigate utility interconnection requirements and safety standards to ensure project viability.
• Bid Management: Lead the technical portion of RFP/RFQ responses, including Single Line Diagrams (SLDs), layouts, and performance guarantees.
• Market Intelligence: Stay ahead of evolving battery chemistries (LFP, Sodium-ion) and inverter technologies to maintain a competitive edge.

Required Qualifications

• Experience: 3-5 years in Sales Engineering or Applications Engineering within the energy sector, with at least 3 years specifically in BESS.
• Solar Synergy: Proven experience pairing storage with PV systems, including DC-coupled vs. AC-coupled architectures.
• Critical Power Knowledge: Understanding of data centre power chains (ATS, UPS, Switchgear) and how BESS can provide peak shaving and backup power.

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of local grid services.
• Experience with Battery Management Systems (BMS) and Energy Management Systems (EMS) integration.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: -55,000 - -75,000 based upon experience - + Commission + Company Car/Car Allowance + Benefits
• Location : Remote UK based with regular travel to site and prospective customers