Deputy/manager, Bess Engineering

**JOB DESCRIPTION**

The BESS Engineering Deputy / Manager is an integral part of the KRE Engineering Team, providing direct support in technical matters related to the design and engineering of utility-scale BESS plants, including integration with Solar PV / Wind Farms. The BESS Engineering Deputy / Manager will report directly to the Head of Engineering.

The key responsibilities include:

- Engineering and design using industry-standard software of grid-connected BESS power generation and distribution systems, including standalone and integrated installations with other renewable technologies. based on the most suitable technologies and LCoE
- Coordinate technical proposals and the bid/award process for obtaining the related services, and will provide project management of the consultant’s work for KRE
- Provide and review storage system engineering designs, modeling, and performance data, and provide engineering support during the construction process
- Support the procurement process for large BESS / Integrated renewable plants across the region including OEM equipment (e.g. Energy Storage System, Energy Management System, Forecasting, Inverter), EPC services, OE services, etc
- Manage external consultants to obtain assessments of project engineering considerations (e.g. Electrical, Structural, Grid Compliance / interconnect issues), and to identify the required approvals from related authorities.
- Review the costs of supply/install estimates, interconnection, permitting agreements, production estimates, and assessment of commercial risk factors
- Maintain relationships with consultants and OEM suppliers to be up to date on the best solutions in each of the markets where KRE is focused
- Oversee the development of structural and electrical designs that meet all national, state, and local code requirements as well as customer-defined requirements for each of KRE’s key markets
- Maintain design and proposal requirements, knowledge of codes and standards, design procedures, methods, and processes, and improve the efficiency of project development and project selection process
- Such other duties and responsibilities as may be reasonably requested by your immediate supervisor / the head of the department from time to time. In the event there are substantial changes to the main duties and responsibilities as set out herein (for example, in cases of secondment, transfer, or promotion), the Company will communicate such changes to you in writing

**JOB REQUIREMENTS**
- Team player
- 5 years of engineering and design experience with grid-connected Storage projects.
- Experience with reviewing and assessing design/engineering documentation from other engineers and/or consultants.
- Able to demonstrate sound engineering judgment with an eye for detail
- Must be fluent in English (both oral and written)
- Excellent communication skills
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in an engineering or related technical discipline
- Proficient in related engineering software for grid-connected storage (Homer, SAM, etc.)
- Experience in markets outside of Singapore
- Proficient with Microsoft Office products including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Proven ability to multi-task and manage deliverables for multiple projects at a time
- Excellent verbal, writing, and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated interest in renewable energy
- Desire to work in a dynamic environment alongside people with multiple interests and backgrounds
- Willingness to travel up to 25% of the time

**Preferred Skills**:

- Previous experience in a similar role
- Exposure to other renewable energy Asset Classes (e.g. Solar/Wind) and their industry standard software (PVSyst, PSCAD, PSSE, PVCase, etc.)
- Experience negotiating contracts with third parties (e.g. EPCs, Technical Advisors)
- Exposure to GIS software like Global Mapper, and/or ArcGIS/QGIS
- Exposure to CAD software is a plus
- Asian language skills are an advantage
- Understanding of statistical analysis and linear regression models, preferably as it pertain to meteorological data sources and yield analysis
- Familiarity with modeling energy project economics and with concepts such as NPV, IRR, and LCOE
- Familiarity with modeling energy project economics and with concepts such as NPV, IRR, and LCOE
- Self-starter - ability to work in a team environment as well as independently

**Salary**: $6,000.00 - $9,000.00 per month

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday