Job Summary

Role Title: Senior Electrical Engineer - Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) Location: Bangalore, India

Team: Electrical Engineering

Reports to: Manager - Electrical Engineering

Role Summary

We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Electrical Engineer with robust technical expertise in Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) to support the design, development, and deployment of next-generation energy storage solutions. This role requires deep knowledge of AC/DC power systems, system studies, component sizing, and compliance with global electrical standards. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in a quick-paced engineering environment, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to deliver robust and scalable designs.

Key Responsibilities

Electrical System Engineering

- Lead electrical design and integration efforts for utility-scale BESS applications.
- Develop system architecture, protection concepts, and interface requirements across AC and DC domains.
- Collaborate with mechanical, controls, firmware, and system engineering teams to ensure end-to-end design cohesion.
- Prepare and review key engineering deliverables including, Single Line Diagrams (SLD), Schematics and wiring diagrams, General Arrangement (GA) drawings, Cable schedules, cable harness layouts, and routing plans
- Ensure design packages meet quality, safety, and manufacturability requirements through all project phases.

Component Selection Sizing

- Perform technical sizing and selection of electrical components including, Switchgear, breakers, fuses, and disconnects, Busbars and distribution equipment, LV/HV AC components and DC subsystem components, Transformers, auxiliary loads, and power conditioning equipment.
- Review vendor specifications, conduct technical evaluations, and support procurement decisions.

Auxiliary Systems BoM Management





- Design auxiliary electrical systems including transformer selection, auxiliary distribution, and control/power wiring strategies.
- Prepare accurate Electrical Bills of Materials (BoM) and maintain documentation throughout design iterations.

System Studies Analysis

- Perform AC and DC arc-flash studies, short-circuit analysis, and system modelling using MATLAB and other analysis platforms.
- Support protection coordination, load flow studies, grounding system evaluation, and overall system safety assessments.

Standards Compliance

- Ensure all engineering activities adhere to applicable electrical standards and codes such as: NFPA, NEC, IEC, and UL
- Drive compliance, safety, and best practices throughout design and testing cycles.

Required Qualifications

- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering.
- 7+ years of electrical engineering experience, with strong exposure to BESS, renewable energy, or power systems.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical and associated design tools.
- Strong understanding of AC/DC topologies, grounding schemes, and electrical protection systems.
- Hands-on experience with MATLAB for system studies (arc-flash, short-circuit, protection evaluation).
- Familiarity with global electrical codes: NFPA 70/70E, NEC, IEC standards, UL certification requirements.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to work across multidisciplinary teams.

Preferred Qualifications

- Prior experience with utility-scale ESS, microgrids, or renewable power plants.
- Knowledge of PCS, BMS, and system-level interface requirements.
- Experience working in product development, manufacturing, or field deployment environments.

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