Senior Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) Expert (m/f/x)

About Us

With over 2,300 employees, Fichtner is Germany’s leading independent planning and consultancy enterprise. We are global players and tackle challenging projects in more than 100 countries. Among our clients are companies from the sectors of central utility supplies and waste management, international development and commercial banks, investors, public administrations, and energy-intensive industrial enterprises.

We offer our clients a unique combination of engineering consultancy with classical management consultancy. To maintain our sustainable growth process, we are looking to fill a permanent position overseeing international projects at our Chile office as Senior Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Expert (all genders).

Your Tasks

• Working on implementation of utility-scale BESS projects, e.g. feasibility studies, technical due diligences, tendering
• Collaborating in various project phases, from concept to contract negotiation to construction and commissioning
• Further developing innovative techno-commercial BESS contracts
• Cooperate closely with internal and external and international stakeholders, e.g. project developers, suppliers, energy providers
• Actively supporting the development of the business segment to further expand Fichtner's BESS presence and offerings
• Visiting sites and going on business trips, as required, during various project stages

Your Profile

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering, preferably in electrical engineering or related fields
• At least five (5) years of professional experience in the implementation of utility-scale BESS
• Expertise in preparing EPC and supplier tenders
• Knowledge of integrating BESS with other technologies would be a great advantage
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office tools
• Familiarity with MATLAB would be an advantage
• Experience in the field of renewable energies would also be an advantage
• Very good communication skills for interacting with international colleagues and external stakeholders
• Fluent in written, spoken, and comprehended English and Spanish is mandatory
• Valid work permit for Chile

Corporate Benefits

• Permanent contract, competitive salary
• A modern digital infrastructure, mobile working, flexible working hours
• A growing team in a start-up environment backed up by a large global operating company
• The opportunity to take responsibility from the start
• Exciting international projects in the energy industry
• Culture of staff appreciation, equal opportunity and attractive career prospects in an international job environment with staff originating from 66 nations