What are the responsibilities and job description for the Energy Storage Controls Expert (Multiple Locations) position at DNV?
About us
We are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence.
As a trusted voice for many of the world s most successful organizations, we use our knowledge to advance safety and performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions to tackle global transformations.
About the role
Do you want to participate in the advancement of energy storage across the industry?
We re looking for a talented Energy Storage Controls Expert, focused expert to join us in working on a variety of energy storage projects throughout the US and Canada as part of the Energy Storage Technology Team. You will work on a variety of unique energy storage projects that include technologies such as lithium-ion batteries. You will be exposed to cutting-edge technology developed by some of the most well-known industry manufacturers, investors, developers, and integrators.
DNV is the world s leading renewable energy consultant. DNV s Energy Storage team is the premier provider of independent engineering services to support the development, diligence, financing, and construction of storage and solar and solar storage projects in North America, and our staff are viewed as experts and thought leaders in the industry. The primary functions of this position include providing technical consulting and advisory services to battery storage manufacturers and project developers to support the growth and maturity in the industry.
Why you should work for us?
Because within DNV s Renewables and Power Grids group and organizational culture, how we collectively influence the world for future generations matters deeply to us. Our team works every day to increase the widespread deployment and operation of renewables to address climate change and positively impact society; endeavors to achieve our purpose through the success of our Customers; and strives to be high-performing and innovative. Our approach reflects the equity, respect, and diversity we wish to see in the world.
This role is based at any of our DNV offices in the US, presenting a dynamic hybrid schedule where employees will typically spend three (3) days per week working from either a DNV office or client location/site. Further details regarding role-specific requirements will be shared during the interview process.
What You ll Do
- Review and assess cutting-edge battery technology and controls systems across utility, C&I, and residential scale systems
- Review functionality of the Battery Management Systems (BMS) and its interaction with external systems such as the Energy Management System (EMS) or microgrid controller
- Review BESS control system, EMS, supervisory and data acquisition (SCADA) system architecture, functionalities and integration within plant level control, grid-facing platforms, and the broader installation site to compare against current and emerging industry best practices
- Clearly communicate advanced technical concepts such as controls logic and strategy to a broader audience
- Manage projects and/or project tasks, executing deliverables
- Meet key performance indicators individually and for the group
- Interact with customers in person or via email, phone or video
- Analyze and interpret technical data and documents
- Collaborate in the development of new business and projects
- Present or aid in the development of presentation materials for conferences and workshops
- Support the development of new proposals for advisory or testing work
- Provide input on strategic planning and marketing decisions
- Support the mission and vision, have some fun while you do it, and make a few new friends!
What we offer
- Generous paid time off (vacation, sick days, company holidays, personal days)
- Multiple Medical and Dental benefit plans to choose from, Vision benefits
- Spending accounts FSA, Dependent Care, Commuter Benefits, company-seeded HSA
- Employer-paid, therapist-led, virtual care services through Talkspace
- 401(k) with company match
- Company provided life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability benefits
- Education reimbursement program
- Flexible work schedule with hybrid opportunities
- Charitable Matched Giving and Volunteer Rewards through our Impact Program
- Volunteer time off (VTO) paid by the company
- Career advancement opportunities
**Benefits vary based on position, tenure, location, and employee election**
For California, Washington, New York, Washington, D.C., Illinois, and Maryland: DNV provides a reasonable range of compensation for this role. The actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors, including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and specific location. For the states of California, Washington, New York, Washington, D.C., Illinois, and Maryland only, the starting pay range for this role is $105,000 - $155,000.
DNV is a proud equal-opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, or business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
DNV is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. US applicants with a physical or mental disability who require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact the North America Recruitment Department (hrrecruitment.northamerica@dnv.com). Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.
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About you
What is Required
- Bachelor s degree in an Electrical Engineering, Control Systems, or related field.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in controls and SCADA systems for energy products or projects, preferably BESS related
- Experience with Energy Management Systems (EMS), grid interconnection standards, and data monitoring and control platforms
- Knowledge of networking infrastructure, including Ethernet, fiber optics, and industrial wireless communication technologies.
- Comfort with interpreting, analyzing, and synthesizing data
- Experience being part of collaborative project team(s) and being a supportive and proactive team member
- Eager to work in a collaborative environment
- Strong skills with Microsoft Office Suite
- Interpersonal skills, and solid speaking and presentation skills
- An eye for detail and desire to deliver a quality work product
- Maintain a customer-focused, consultative approach to projects and customer needs
- Work within expected deadlines, while being adaptive to changing scope or customer needs
- Willingness and ability to travel up to 10-15% of the time
- Excellent written and verbal English communication skills
- Ability to pass a pre-employment drug and background screening
What is Preferred
- Advanced degree in an Engineering discipline or related field
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Experience in at least one of the following:
- Battery Management Systems (BMS) functionalities;
- Networking protocols such as Modbus, DNP3 and IEC61850; or
- Industrial control hardware, including PLCs, RTUs, and industrial controllers
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Additional experience with:
- Control software development
- Cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud for system integration and performance monitoring
- Commissioning SCADA and control systems for utility-scale BESS projects
- Cybersecurity best practices for control systems
- Data analytics related to the operation and maintenance of energy systems
- Business development
- Project or product management experience
Requisition #cm6kw4zy1000u08ju3l119n4y
Salary : $105,000 - $155,000
