Senior Electrical Engineer/ Battery Energy Storage Specialist

Job Description 

Typical projects undertaken by Mott MacDonald in the Energy sector include Owner’s Technical Advisory (feasibility studies, conceptual engineering, tender support), Owner’s Engineer, detailed design as well as Independent Engineer/ Lenders’ Technical Advisory (technical due diligence, operational reviews and technical audits). As part of your role as a senior electrical engineer and/or an energy storage system engineer you will be required to undertake the following:

• Provide technical advisory in the delivery of various utility scale renewable energy projects globally. Interface with clients at all levels, manage contractual relationships and respond to business opportunities
• Provide specialist technical inputs in the delivery of battery energy storage system (BESS) related projects globally, with an immediate focus on the Asia Pacific region. From microgrids to utility scale energy storage
• Lead projects according to Mott MacDonald quality assurance system
• Manage project resources, coordinating specialist discipline input from other parts of the organisation
• Develop and maintain our knowledge base of current technical standards and practices
• Support in driving our digital strategy within the Energy sector.

About you: 

• A degree in electrical engineering, preferably with a specialization in power systems, renewable energy and/or sustainable energy technology
• Minimum 6-10 years relevant experience, including working on (conceptual) designs, simulation and/or deployment of renewable energy projects (e.g. Solar PV, onshore or offshore wind and hydropower) including BESS technologies
• Experience working on other energy projects (e.g. thermal power, HVDC or HVAC power transmission) would be a strong advantage
• Experience with power system simulation tools (PSS®E, DigSilent PowerFactory or similar) and/or microgrid and hybrid energy system simulation tools (Homer Pro, Homer Grid) would be a strong advantage
• Project management skills and experience in an international, multicultural environment
• Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability build client relationships and generate new business opportunities
• Travel as required by projects and/or business opportunities

Job Profile :
Mott MacDonald is a uniquely diverse global management, engineering and development consultancy that offers a diverse range of opportunities for potential employees to work with World Expert Practitioners on small and large scale projects within our East Asia region. Our unique geographical location means that we are able to tap into expertise and resources from other countries in which we operate and so whether you are from a technical background or have traditionally worked in support services, you will be amazed at the career development opportunities that Mott MacDonald can offer to you.
You will be working on our energy storage projects globally but with a focus on Japan and Asia Pacific based projects. You will be responsible for the delivery of our work and support the growth of the energy storage business. You will also be supporting and improving the technical performance of the regional team.

 
Other Information :

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Agile working
At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team and personal commitments. We embrace agility, flexibility and trust.

One of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, Mott MacDonald is a multisector consultancy providing engineering, management, and development services on projects in 150 countries. With over 19,000 of the best people working on a diverse range of challenges, we’re helping our clients deliver sustainable infrastructure and development solutions. We have a collegiate and collaborative culture which values equality and diversity, and we take proactive steps to create an inclusive workplace. Together, we are opening opportunities with connected thinking. If this sounds like somewhere you'd like to work, click apply to continue with your application.