Lead Systems Engineer (Sustaining)

Fluence is seeking a high-caliber Lead Systems Engineer to join the Sustaining Engineering team. Sustaining Engineering is responsible for optimizing the in-service product line at Fluence. The System Engineers on this team lead the investigation and resolution of the most challenging problems for our in-service products. The successful candidate will be an experienced engineer with the technical capacity to solve difficult electrical and control problems that affect a battery energy storage system. The successful candidate will also have a solid grasp of the problem-solving, root cause analysis, teamwork, and communication best practices required to achieve success within a global organization.

What does a Lead Systems Engineer (Sustaining) do at Fluence?

• Develop a holistic view of the product and lead initiatives that contribute to a multi-disciplinary approach to optimize product performance.
• Solve difficult electrical and control problems that affect a battery energy storage system.
• Fully own key initiatives as the leader of small teams of engineers and other stakeholders. Success will require disciplined root cause analysis/8D problem solving, cross-functional teamwork and collaboration, and effective written and verbal communication.
• Provide written and verbal reports to leadership. These communications must demonstrate a drive to achieve ambitious goals with speed. Engagement with leadership and key stakeholders will be essential for obtaining the necessary feedback to deliver a solution that is aligned with business objectives.
• Prepare change requests, technical bulletins, and design documents as necessary to enact product changes in the factory and updates to the equipment in the field.
• Complete battery energy storage system (BESS) project site visits to increase technical knowledge, develop insights for further project improvements, and demonstrate support for the project teams.
• Lead in the preparation and execution of tests of BESS systems, to include visits to Fluence lab facilities in Germany, India, and the USA.
• Recommend new initiatives to optimize product performance based on observations, insights, and discussions with Fluence colleagues.
• As a senior engineer, contribute to the mentorship of Fluence colleagues. Participate in building a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement. Foster an environment where engineers are excited about their careers through professional development, coaching, mentorship, facilitating peer support, and utilizing external educational resources.
  
  

What does the ideal candidate look like?

• Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering or Electrical Engineering, with at least 10 years experience in battery energy storage, the electric power industry, or similar experience with complex industrial electrical systems.
• Technical experience: You have a solid understanding the electrical, control, and systems principles of a grid-scale battery energy storage system. Alternatively, you have significant technical experience and understanding of power electrical systems such that you are able to quickly develop an expertise in energy storage.
• Technical leadership: You geek out and can go deep on technical strategy and concepts, and have experience solving difficult technical problems. You embrace a philosophy of continuous learning and professional development.
• You are a natural problem solver. You embrace the concepts of proper root cause analysis and 8D problem solving. You understand the importance of quickly implementing a containment or corrective action, and you also recognize the importance of following-through to implement preventative actions.
• High-level execution and teamwork: You are able to cultivate collaborative cross-functional relationships to drive a team to success. You seek input from respected colleagues. You are results-oriented and you are not afraid to change course when necessary.
• The candidate must be an effective at written and verbal communication in the English language.