Commissioning Engineer

fluence

2-4 Years | San Francisco, California, United States (Remote) | Full Time | 4 months ago

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Job Summary

Fluence is a global market leader in intelligent energy storage and optimization software for renewables and storage, aiming to create a more resilient grid and unlock renewable portfolio potential. The Commissioning Engineer will commission Fluence Projects in cooperation with various stakeholders, including construction managers, contractors, suppliers, and automation teams. This role involves developing and executing commissioning plans, leading efforts to achieve commercial operations and handover from delivery/construction to O&M teams, and defining/executing testing protocols based on industry practices and contractual requirements. Responsibilities include overseeing the commissioning and acceptance testing of project networks, control systems, balance of plant electrical systems, battery subsystems, and inverter subsystems.

Must Have

Undergraduate degree in a related engineering field
2 to 4 years of professional work experience
Willing to travel extensively (>90%) domestically and internationally
Ability to provide effective remote technical support
Hands-on field experience in utility-scale or industrial environments
Demonstrated success on challenging projects
Ability and interest in engineering design
Passion for work and strong communication skills
Desire to learn new skills and equipment
Ability to manage multiple overlapping projects
Effective in collaborative work environments
Proven capability in managing contractors
Experience managing teams of engineers or technicians
Knowledge of SCADA protocols (IEC60870, IEC 61850, DNP3, Modbus)
Working knowledge on PLC, soft logic, SEL Relays, Siemens Relays
Experience with Managed Ethernet Switches and Media Converters
Knowledge of high voltage electrical equipment (inverters, transformers, controllers)

Perks & Benefits

Unlimited Paid Time Off
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Pet Insurance
Generous 401K Match
Annual Bonus Incentive

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

At Fluence, our culture is the foundation that drives our ambitious growth strategy and fuels our mission to transform the future of energy. Our core cultural pillars empower us to innovate, collaborate, and lead with purpose, ensuring we continue to deliver unparalleled value to our customers and the world.

Unleash Voices

We believe every voice matters. We encourage openness, active listening, and decisive action to create a culture where everyone has the opportunity to contribute to our success. We foster an environment where diverse perspectives are heard and valued, driving innovation and progress.

Customer Fluent

Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. We’re committed to delivering exceptional value that exceeds expectations by understanding our customers' needs and adapting swiftly to meet them. Our deep focus on customer satisfaction drives us to continuously improve and innovate.

Infinite Impact

We are committed to creating the impossible. We push boundaries to deliver sustainable, game-changing solutions that shape a brighter, more energy-efficient future for all. Our team is passionate about making a lasting impact that will resonate for generations to come.

All In

We are all in for growth. Our teams are relentlessly focused on identifying and seizing opportunities that propel us forward. We embrace an ownership mindset, pushing ourselves and each other to accelerate progress and create lasting success.

The Energy Storage Commissioning Engineer will:

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

• Develop and execute commissioning plans including resourcing and scheduling.

• Lead commissioning efforts 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 industry-accepted practices, market rules, local utility requirements, off-taker and third-party supply contracts.

• Oversee complete commissioning and acceptance testing of the following systems: 1) project networks, communications, and control systems; 2) balance of plant relay protection, metering, HVAC, fire suppression, and electrical systems; 3) battery subsystems; 4) inverter subsystems.

What will the ideal candidate bring to Fluence?

Undergraduate degree in a related engineering field with 2 to 4 years of professional work experience in a related field, such as industrial/utility construction, commissioning, project management, performance testing, and troubleshooting.
Willing and able to manage commissioning at field locations located domestically and internationally. Must be willing to accept work assignments that require extensive (>90%) overnight travel from home, including weekends and holidays.
Able to provide effective remote technical support as needed to other commissioning teams.
Demonstrated hands on field experience in an electric utility-scale or process-heavy industrial environment, including but not limited to equipment and instrumentation acceptance testing, performance testing, troubleshooting, installation, startup/shutdowns, commissioning, and turnarounds.
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.
Desire to learn new skills, business applications and equipment platforms.
Able to manage multiple overlapping projects. Manage and resolve scheduling conflicts with key stakeholders. Delegate and manage workload of the site commissioning team. Identifies skill gaps and scheduling concerns in precommissioning to identify and manage those required resources.
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.
Experience managing teams of engineers or technicians in the electric power industry, or similar field.
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).
Knowledge of the design, operation and maintenance of high voltage electrical equipment including but not limited to inverters, transformers, controllers.

At Fluence we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace; if you are excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply! Unlimited PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Pet Insurance, Generous 401K Match, Annual Bonus Incentive

Fluence IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and fully subscribes to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity to ensure that all applicants and employees are considered for hire, promotion, and job status without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital or familial status.