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Commissioning Engineer_New Markets

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Job Description

About Fluence: Fluence (Nasdaq: FLNC) is a global market leader delivering intelligent energy storage and optimization software for renewables and storage. Our solutions and operational services are helping to create a more resilient grid and unlock the full potential of renewable portfolios. With gigawatts of successful implementations across nearly 50 markets, we are transforming the way we power our world for a more sustainable future. For more information, please visit fluenceenergy.com.

OUR CULTURE AND VALUES


We are guided by our passion to transform the way we power our world. Achieving our goals requires creativity, diversity of ideas and backgrounds, and building trust to effect change and move with speed.


We are Leading

Fluence currently has thousands of MW of energy storage projects operated or awarded worldwide in addition to the thousands of MW of projects managed by our trading platform—and we are growing every day.


We are Responsible

Fluence is defined by its unwavering commitment to safety, quality, and integrity.


We are Agile

We achieve our goals and meet our customer’s needs by cultivating curiosity, adaptability, and self-reflection in our teams.


We are Fun

We value the diversity in thought and experience of our coworkers and customers. Through honest, forthcoming, and respectful communications we work to ensure that Fluence is an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.


The Energy Storage Commissioning Engineer will:


Commission Fluence Projects working in cooperation with multiple project stakeholders including Fluence construction managers, contractors, suppliers, telecommunication teams, control systems teams, etc.


Develop and execute commissioning plans including resourcing and scheduling.


Lead commissioning effort to achieve commercial operations, and handover from delivery/construction team to the O&M team for each project.


Define, develop and execute testing protocols based on market rules, local utility requirements, off-taker and third-party supply contracts


Oversee complete commissioning and acceptance testing of the following systems:


- Project networks, communications, and control systems;

- Balance of plant relay protection, metering, HVAC, fire suppression, and electrical systems

- Battery subsystem

- Inverter subsystem


Perform electricity market and/or off-taker qualification testing as required for the project to commence commercial operations.


Undergraduate degree in electrical engineering or an equivalent professional qualification (at least EQF level 6) with at least four year’s professional work experience in related field, such as construction, commissioning, project management, performance testing, and troubleshooting


Knowledge and experience with SCADA protocols such as: IEC60870-5-101/-103/104, IEC 61850 MMS, DNP3 & Modbus.

Working knowledge on PLC (Siemens S7 & Allen Bradley ControlLogix PLC), soft logic IEC 61131, SEL Relays & Meters, Siemens Relays & Meters & SCADA Gateways & Data Concentrators


Experience with Managed Ethernet Switches, Media Converters (Fiber & Serial) Experience with Inverters (various manufactures)


Proven success on challenging projects where you made key contributions while demonstrating ownership, creativity, and initiative


Demonstrated ability and interest in engineering design; ability to write specifications and work plans for others to implement.

Passion for your work, and communication skills such that your passion motivates colleagues, clients, suppliers, and contractors


Effective in a collaborative yet informally structured work environment


Desire to take responsibility and initiative


Proven capability in managing contractors and working in a matrix organization on fast moving projects


Solid skills on MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook


Expected travel for this role within European Regions is around 75% of the time

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