Head of BESS

Overview Enfinity Global is a purpose-driven company focused on making a positive impact on the planet by helping companies, governments, and individuals transition to a carbon-free and sustainable economy. Our role as a leading IPP is to develop, finance, build, operate, and own renewable energy assets in the long term in Europe, Asia, and the Americas through our offices in the USA, Spain, Italy, UK, Netherlands, India, and Japan.Our team of over 400 Enfiniters comprises seasoned finance professionals, as well as experienced project developers and operators with extensive industry experience across all stages of the project life cycle. We pride ourselves on being creative and innovative solution providers to our customers and partner.Job Description Enfinity Global is seeking an experienced and dynamic Head of BESS to support our Storage projects pipeline with end-to-end technical leadership across battery energy storage systems. This newly created role is key to optimizing technology selection based on business models across our diverse global markets and driving strategic supplier engagement.We are looking for a strong technical profile with solid experience in BESS technologies, vendor ecosystems, procurement structures, and price benchmarking. The ideal candidate will bring deep sector knowledge from a leading storage provider and the ability to align technical choices with commercial and operational priorities.Key responsibilities Technology & Business Model AlignmentIdentify and evaluate BESS technologies suitable for Enfinity's portfolio across various geographies and regulatory frameworksAssess technology fit based on business models such as grid services, merchant storage, hybrid solarstorage, and utility-scale deploymentsTranslate market insights into technical specifications and strategic recommendationsPlay a key role in collaboration with Procurement in selecting vendors and defining mid- and long-term strategies from a technical standpoint, ensuring alignment with the project's energy requirements and sustainability goalsInterface directly with major BESS vendors (e.g., Fluence, Wartsila, Sungrow, Tesla, Jinko, CATL, EStorage) to understand capabilities, cost drivers, and differentiationSupport technical due diligence during procurement, including price analysis, warranty coverage, and long-term performance metricsAdvise on risk mitigation strategies regarding supplier quality and geopolitical exposureConstruction Phase SupportOversee the execution and construction of BESS hybrid and stand-alone projects globally, to ensure compliance with design, safety standards, and project timelinesCoordinate with contractors and engineers to resolve site-level challengesConduct periodic inspections and quality assurance reviews during construction to identify deviations earlySupport timely mitigation efforts and maintain documentation for commissioning readinessInternal Collaboration & Thought LeadershipAct as the technical reference point for BESS within the Storage Global team and across engineering, development, and procurementHelp shape our sourcing strategy and technology roadmap to ensure future-proof system architectureRepresent Enfinity Global externally in supplier discussions and sector forums as a trusted technical authorityRequirements Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering, Renewable Energy Systems, or a related technical discipline10+ years of experience. Minimum 5 years of experience in BESS technology, ideally at a manufacturer or integrator levelStrong understanding of cell technologies, PCS and EMS architectures, and system integrationExperience in procurement processes, vendor qualification, and cost modelingFamiliarity with business models driving BESS adoption across the U.S., EU, and Asia marketsExcellent communication skills with the ability to operate effectively in a cross-functional and multicultural settingIn Enfinity Global, you will find a very dynamic and multinational environment in one of the most exciting and impactful industries. Here we will foster your professional and personal growth, and you will have the opportunity to actively contribute and make a real impact on climate change.Let\'s build our future together.Visit to discover more about our culture and values.Benefits Private Health InsurancePaid Time OffTraining & DevelopmentPerformance BonusTickets Restaurant#J-18808-Ljbffr