BESS Technical Manager - UK & Ireland
14 days ago
Rugby
BESS Technical Manager - UK & Ireland Location: Rugby (Hybrid with site travel as required) Employment Type: Permanent Salary: Competitive + benefits Overview We are retained by a growing organisation within the UK energy and infrastructure sector to appoint a BESS Technical Manager. This role offers a strong step-up opportunity for Senior Engineers who are ready to take on broader responsibility while continuing to operate as a technical authority. The position provides technical leadership across the delivery and operation of Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) assets, supporting projects from late-stage development through construction, commissioning, and into operation. Alongside this, the role introduces people leadership and stakeholder management responsibilities, with structured support in place. Key Responsibilities Technical Leadership (Primary Focus) * Act as technical lead across BESS projects, ensuring robust system design and delivery * Review and define technical specifications, system architecture, and performance requirements * Support procurement activities, including technical evaluations and contractor/OEM selection * Oversee commissioning, testing, and technical acceptance of BESS assets * Monitor asset performance, degradation, and availability, implementing optimisation strategies * Lead fault investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions * Ensure compliance with grid codes, industry standards, and safety requirement People & Capability Development (Supported Step-Up) * Take responsibility for the technical guidance and development of a small engineering team * Provide mentoring, coaching, and day-to-day technical direction * Support workload planning and prioritisation across projects * Develop leadership, communication, and stakeholder management capability with support from senior management * Contribute to building a consistent, high-performing technical function Stakeholder Engagement * Work closely with project management, construction, asset management, and operations teams * Interface with EPC contractors, OEMs, DNOs, and consultants * Support decision-making by translating complex technical issues into clear recommendations Candidate Profile * Degree-qualified in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline (or equivalent experience) * Strong technical experience with Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) or grid-connected power assets * Solid understanding of power systems, power electronics, and electrical infrastructure * Currently operating at Senior Engineer or Lead Engineer level, or in an early-stage management role * Comfortable acting as a technical authority and influencing project decisions * Motivated to develop people leadership and broader management capability Desirable Experience * Utility-scale or commercial BESS project exposure * Familiarity with EMS, PCS, HV/LV systems, transformers, and protection schemes * Experience working within EPC-led delivery models * Background in renewable energy, generation, or transmission/distribution environments What’s On Offer * Competitive salary and benefits package * A clearly defined step-up pathway into technical management for those applicants who are ready to broaden their scope and influence * Ongoing support, mentoring, and professional development * Exposure to large-scale, complex energy infrastructure projects * Hybrid working with meaningful site and project involvement