Battery Sizing and Design (BESS) Engineer
Job Title: BESS Engineer - Battery Sizing and Design (Large-Scale Battery Storage Projects)
Location: Gurgaon
Experience: Total 6-8 Years (practical experience in battery sizing, design, and integration for large-scale battery storage projects, with a good understanding of the latest battery technologies such as lithium-ion, lead-acid, flow, sodium-ion, zinc-air, nickel-cadmium and solid-state batteries)
Education: B. Tech (Electrical) / Masters (specialization in Power Systems or Control Engineering)
We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated BESS Engineer to join our expanding team in the field of large-scale battery energy storage system (BESS) projects. The ideal candidate shall possess a minimum of 3-4 years of experience in battery sizing, design, and the integration of essential components within large-scale energy storage systems. As a vital member of our team, you will be responsible for ensuring the optimal sizing, design, and performance of battery systems and work closely with the renewable energy and green molecules team to meet client requirements and comply with industry standards w.r.t. standlone BESS systems and integrated energy systems.
Key Responsibilities:
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Design and size battery systems for large-scale energy storage projects, ensuring compatibility with electrical grid requirements and optimal system performance over its lifespan.
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Prepare detailed Requests for Proposals (RFP).
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Draft techno-commercial contracts relevant to BESS.
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Conduct due diligence of manufacturing facilities for BESS.
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Perform simulations and calculations to assess battery sizing for various applications (e.g., peak shaving, load shifting, frequency regulation).
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Collaborate with multidisciplinary upstream team on renewable energy and downstream team on hydrogen and derivatives to design and integrate other components of the BESS, including power conversion systems (PCS), energy management systems (EMS), thermal management, and protection devices.
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Conduct performance analyses of battery cells, modules, and systems, utilizing software tools for battery modelling and simulation to enhance performance and longevity.
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Provide technical expertise during the stages of project planning, procurement, installation, and commissioning. Support project managers with technical assessments, documentation, and troubleshooting.
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Regulatory and statutory compliances: Ensure all battery storage systems meet national and international standards, safety regulations, and environmental guidelines. Conduct failure analysis and recommend improvements for enhanced system reliability and safety.
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Stay updated on the latest industry trends, technological advancements, and best practices in BESS and energy storage. Apply this knowledge to refine designs and methodologies.
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Demonstrate a strong understanding of electrical components such as battery management systems (BMS), inverters, chargers, and protection relays.
Skillset
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Familiarization with various battery technologies like LFP, NMC, LTO etc alongwith the flow batteries
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Be familiar with energy management systems (EMS) and SCADA.
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Battery modelling and degradation analysis
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Power electronics and inverter control
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Understand electrical safety standards and grid codes.
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Possess knowledge of battery lifecycle management, performance optimization and recyclability.
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In hand experience in Homer, PVSyst, Plexos, Python will be added advantage
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Previous experience in LTA/OE assignments.