SENIOR BESS ENGINEER (F/M/D) | IGNITIS RENEWABLES

Company Description

Do you want to contribute to projects that are changing the future of green energy generation across the Baltics? Ignitis Renewables is a part of Ignitis Group – a renewables-focused integrated utility. Our purpose is to create a 100% green and secure energy ecosystem for current and future generations.

Ignitis Renewables focuses on developing green generation and green flexibility technologies. By developing onshore and offshore wind, solar, battery and power-to-X technologies, the company is implementing Ignitis Group’s strategic priority to deliver 4–5 GW of installed green capacities by 2030.

www.ignitisrenewables.com

Job Description

We are currently looking for a new colleague to join the Storage Engineering Team of Ignitis Renewables, where you’ll be applying battery engineering expertise to support development and implementation of large-scale battery storage projects. If that speaks to you, we’d be happy to welcome you to our team! 

You will contribute to green and secure energy ecosystem creation by: 

• Delivering battery energy storage systems (BESS) engineering expertise across all project phases: feasibility, development, design, construction including commissioning, and operation 
• Leading the system engineering and integration of BESS components into holistic system, capable to provide all technical functions, commercial services and ensure high performance 
• Specifying, selecting BESS subsystems as well as reviewing single line drawings, communication wiring diagrams, and BESS layouts 
• Evaluating BESS supplier equipment proposals and validating full engineering design solutions 
• Ensuring compliance with technical specifications and owner’s interfaces, connection requirements and grid codes, cybersecurity, and performance requirements 
• Defining and providing technical parameters to facilitate investment case modeling in line with battery storage industry standards 
• Supporting functional, communication, and compliance testing of BESS assets and coordinating involved stakeholders 
• Developing and maintaining technical documentation, manuals, and operational guidelines 

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Energy Systems, Renewable Energy, or similar)
• 5+ years of engineering experience, including 2+ years in utility-scale BESS development and operations
• Expertise in lithium-ion batteries and enclosures, power conversion, EMS, SCADA, and integrated systems
• Experience in procurement, technical offer evaluations, and supplier engagement 
• Knowledge of battery storage applications in European energy markets and ancillary services preferred
• Experience in hybrid renewable and battery storage projects would be an advantage
• Strong skills in techno-economic analysis, electrical design review, and stakeholder communication
• Fluency in English, with a solution-driven and detail-oriented mindset. 

Additional Information

• To take part in an unfolding energy transformation process to create a 100% green and secure energy ecosystem for both current and future generations
• International team that is working on dynamic renewable energy projects
• A hybrid work model (3+2) and flexible working hours
• Extensive learning and qualification enhancement programs
• Attention to physical and emotional health: wellness mentor initiatives and psychological support, etc. 
• Additional paid days for health improvement, short-term illness, volunteering, and accumulated work experience.

Join a growing and increasingly international team of energy smart people united by a common purpose. We all play our part in creating a 100% green and secure energy ecosystem for current and future generations.

As we pursue our strategic goals to increase gender balance in Ignitis Group, we are indicating “f/m/d” next to job titles, meaning we welcome candidates of all genders – female, male or diverse.
Ignitis Group is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate against race, religion, gender, sexual orientation or gender identity, age, disability or other personal traits unrelated to work obligations.