Principle Engineer - Energy Management System & BESS Applications · MRL Consulting

Senior/Principal Engineer – Energy Management System & BESS Applications

We are recruiting on behalf of a leading global technology organisation for a Senior/Principal Engineer – Energy Management System (EMS) & BESS Applications. This role will focus on developing advanced energy management algorithms that optimise Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) for performance, revenue and grid stability across European markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement advanced EMS strategies for BESS dispatch across front-of-meter and behind-the-meter applications.
• Develop optimisation and forecasting algorithms for energy arbitrage, FCR, aFRR and other flexibility services.
• Model and integrate batteries, power conversion systems and management systems into complete ESS solutions.
• Develop multi-objective optimisation approaches, including linear, nonlinear and AI-based models.
• Validate algorithms through simulation, HIL/CHIL testing and prototype development.
• Work closely with software, hardware and BESS control teams to ensure successful system integration.
• Provide technical insight into evolving European energy markets and requirements.

Key Requirements

• Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Energy Systems, Control Engineering, Computer Science or a related field.
• Strong experience in energy systems modelling, optimisation, forecasting and control strategies.
• Strong Python skills for algorithm development, modelling and data analysis.
• Knowledge of C/C++.
• Experience with power system modelling and simulation tools such as DIgSILENT or Modelica.
• Proven experience with BESS architectures, components and operation, including energy management algorithms for battery systems.
• Understanding of European electricity markets, flexibility services and grid operation is desirable.
• Experience with SCADA/EMS, embedded systems, CHIL/HIL testing or EMS development is advantageous.
• Experience leading technical projects or teams is desirable.
• Strong communication skills and experience working in international, multicultural environments.
• Fluent English; additional European or Chinese languages are advantageous.
• Professional experience with Linux is beneficial.

What’s on Offer

• Opportunity to develop next-generation energy management solutions for large-scale BESS applications.
• Exposure to European energy markets and emerging grid technologies.
• International, collaborative working environment.
• Opportunity to influence innovative products and technology development.
• Professional development and training opportunities within a growing global organisation.