BESS Engineer – Owner’s Engineer – Oman

About the role

We are looking for a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Engineer to act as the Owner’s Engineer for projects in Oman. The role involves technical review, site supervision, integration support, commissioning oversight and performance verification of BESS installations.

Key responsibilities

• Review design deliverables, specifications, drawings, method statements, inspection plans, safety requirements and commissioning procedures for BESS projects.
• Supervise installation, electrical integration, battery management system interfaces, thermal management and fire protection systems on site.
• Monitor construction quality, progress, technical compliance and interface requirements with PV, wind, grid, civil and electrical teams.
• Witness inspections, pre‑commissioning, commissioning, reliability runs, power rating, energy capacity and round‑trip efficiency tests.
• Analyse performance data, test records, punch lists, safety issues and non‑conformances, and drive corrective actions.
• Support technical reporting, risk reviews, commissioning meetings and close‑out documentation.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in BESS design, installation, electrical infrastructure, renewable energy integration or power generation projects.
• Proven experience in BESS design review, installation supervision, integration, testing, commissioning and performance verification.
• Familiarity with IEC 62933 or equivalent BESS standards is preferred.

Required skills

• Battery Management System (BMS) knowledge.
• Power Conversion System (PCS) and Energy Management System (EMS) expertise.
• Thermal management and fire safety system understanding.
• Experience with BESS performance testing (power rating, energy capacity, round‑trip efficiency).
• Technical reporting and coordination skills.