BESS Technical Manager - Energy

BESS Technical Manager will be part of Ferrovial Energy Technical Office based in Madrid, Spain.

The Technical Office function provides a centre of expertise in the business for technology, engineering and asset integrity, across all phases of an asset lifecycle, to ensure that throughout the acquisition, development, construction and operation of BESS assets, appropriate engineering decisions are taken to ensure asset design, technology selection, quality assurance, contracts, lifetime O&M strategies and associated technical assumptions align with best practice and serve to mitigate risk and maximise value.

The BESS Engineering Manager will provide support to local project teams and corporate business assurance across all issues related to BESS asset engineering and technology.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The BESS Engineering Manager activities are focused on both division business assurance and project support in the following areas:

• Project development, engineering and construction: Configure Utility Scale BESS systems, conceptualize design specifications, and assess technological options for optimization. Oversee engineering aspects for Utility Scale BESS projects, including AC / DC circuit design. Support development projects to assess grid connections, suitability, and designs to make recommendations for optimization. Support from the technical perspective business models definition granting the most appropriate based on ISO and location, most suitable revenue stack. Engage with ICP / DNO on strategic network routes and complex connections. Defining and assuring best practice for project delivery in relation to equipment selection, installation, and commissioning. Act as technical lead for defining relevant requirements and agreeing scope and specification for EPC / supply and install agreements. Owner of BESS technology appraisal, having contact with OEMs and their technology roadmaps.
• O&M: Once BESS assets reach operational phase, support asset management team providing advice and resolutions to electrical safety and asset integrity issues.
• Business Growth: Participate in technical due diligence, identify risk and opportunities related to engineering, asset condition, and operational strategies for potential acquisitions.
• Lead bidding processes when it comes to strategic projects where technical contribution will become critical.

The Successful Applicant

• Possess a robust background (+5 years of experience) of hands-on experience in the implementation of utility-scale BESS.
• Hold a bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering, particularly in electrical engineering or related fields.
• Strong project management skills. PMP certification is a plus.
• Depth of knowledge of BESS technology and subsystems, including expert knowledge of the factors affecting BESS plant performance. Detailed knowledge of major component suppliers.
• Experience in Development, EPC, O&M and equipment supply agreements technical specifications / annexes drafting, proposals evaluation and negotiations.
• Ability to work with several projects at the same time.
• Proficiency in integrating BESS with other technologies is a valuable asset.
• Familiarity with MATLAB is an advantage.
• Fluent in written, spoken, and comprehended English is mandatory.
• The ideal profile of an individual within the Technical Office team is open and outward-looking, self-motivated, with well-rounded interpersonal skills and able to work across different cultures. The candidate will be technically focused with an ability to think independently and demonstrate initiative. While technical experience as described above is required, an ability to understand the commercial drivers of the support to the teams is of much value. Engineering team members are happy working in a flat, flexible team able to support regional and central offices as required and are internationally mobile.
• Ability to collaborate and lead / participate in multi-disciplinary teams.
• Flexibility: openness to different and new ways of doing things; willingness to modify one’s preferred way of doing things.

Why Ferrovial?

We would like you to get to know us better, and what it means to join our team. Joining Ferrovial means taking the leap to:

Being part of a leading company in its sector, with a presence in 6 main markets.

Work with the best professionals.

A solid and innovative project.

The best work environment.

The best benefits.

Feedback processes implemented to ensure professional growth.

Diversity and inclusions initiatives.

International and cross Business Units Mobility.

What can we offer you?

Employment stability with a permanent contract since the beginning.

Individual development plan with technical and soft skills training.

Restaurant card: 11€ for each full-time day.

Work-life balance: flexible hours, shorter working days on Fridays, Christmas time, eastern and summer, company specially days-off, and purchase of vacations.

Flexible Remuneration Plan: Medical insurance, Nursery Tickets, Vehicle rental, life and accident Insurance, stock bonus, collective savings insurance, transport card.

Free access to the Stimulus Program (Psychological support for employees and family members).

Assignment of a buddy who will accompany you throughout the trip, to support your professional and personal development during your first three months.

Employee’s Club: discounts to employees on item purchases, shows ticket reservations, trips, etc.

Vending Machines card: refreshments in the cafeteria.

If you are passionate about challenges, and you think you fit in the described profile, do not hesitate to sign up for the offer. Take the jump! We are waiting for you!