engineering
Posted May 8Senior Project Engineer / Project Manager (m/f/d)
at Stem, Inc.
Berlin, GermanyHybrid
Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues across communication networks, SCADA systems, EMS platforms, edge devices, and grid integration interfaces — including protocol-level diagnostics (Modbus, IEC 61850, IEC 60870-5-104, DNP3), signal path tracing, log analysis, and systematic root-cause identification.
- Coordinate internal engineering, product, sales, and support teams to resolve open issues and ensure project milestones are met.
- Design and review communication network architectures — including VLAN segmentation, redundant fiber optic ring topologies (IEC 62439/MRP), and OT network security zoning — alongside SCADA system configurations and power plant controller (PPC) specifications for grid-connected utility-scale renewable energy plants.
- Define and enforce cybersecurity
- Develop and review project documentation including communication circuit diagrams, network topologies, interface specifications, and commissioning protocols.
- Support commissioning activities remotely, including system integration testing, communication verification, fault diagnosis, and performance validation.
- Perform detailed EMS configuration and PPC tuning — including power ramp rates, frequency response parameters, reactive power curves Q(U)/Q(P), and curtailment setpoints — coordinating with grid operators, optimizer partners, and customers to meet dispatch and grid compliance targets.
- Drive process improvements for project delivery workflows, templates, troubleshooting runbooks, and engineering standards within the European team.
- Mentor and guide junior project engineers in both project management practices and hands-on technical problem-solving.
Requirements
- Critically, you must be able to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues yourself — across communication networks, SCADA systems, EMS platforms, and grid integration — while simultaneously managing project timelines, stakeholder expectations, and delivery quality.
- requirements for plant communication networks — including firewall rule sets, DMZ configurations, remote access policies (VPN/jump server), and security hardening of edge devices and EMS platforms — in line with IEC 62443 and applicable regulatory requirements (NIS2/KRITIS).
- Who You Are Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy, Power Systems, Automation, or a related field. 5+ years of professional
- experience in renewable energy project delivery, with direct involvement in utility-scale PV, BESS, or hybrid projects.
- Proven, hands-on troubleshooting expertise across SCADA, EMS, communication networks, telecontrol gateways, RTUs, and edge devices — you can isolate and fix problems, not just describe them.
- Deep understanding of communication protocols (Modbus, IEC 61850, IEC 60870-5-104, DNP3) and the ability to diagnose protocol-level issues in real project environments.
- Solid understanding of industrial OT network design — VLAN architecture, managed switch configuration, fiber optic ring topologies, and firewall/DMZ concepts. Hands-on
- experience securing EMS or SCADA communication infrastructure is a strong plus. Expert-level knowledge of power plant control (PPC), grid integration, and grid code compliance — with demonstrated
- experience across multiple European markets (VDE, ENTSO-E RfG) and at least one non-European jurisdiction (Japan, Middle East, or Asia-Pacific).
- Experience managing full project lifecycles including detailed engineering, system configuration, commissioning, and customer coordination.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD or equivalent tools for communication and electrical design documentation.
Benefits
- Subsidized UrbanSports subscription and BVG public transit ticket.
- Competitive salary, bonus plan,.
Additional details
- This is a senior, customer-facing role with ownership of complex utility-scale projects involving battery energy storage systems (BESS), hybrid PV+BESS installations, and energy management systems (EMS).
- You will lead project execution end-to-end — from sales handover through detailed engineering, system configuration, commissioning support, and project closeout.
- You coordinate across internal teams (engineering, product, sales, support) and external stakeholders (customers, EPCs, grid operators).
- When technical problems arise during integration, commissioning, or operation, you are the person who digs into logs, traces signal paths, isolates protocol-level issues, and drives resolution — not just escalates.
- This role requires someone who can work independently, make sound technical and commercial decisions, and mentor junior engineers in a growing global delivery team.
- You will collaborate daily with engineering colleagues in Delhi and regularly with U.S.-based product and platform teams.
- The position is primarily office-based in Berlin; travel is not a regular requirement.
- What You Will Do Lead and own the delivery of complex utility-scale EMS, BESS, and hybrid PV+BESS projects across Europe — from technical handover to commissioning and closeout.
- Serve as the primary technical point of contact for customers, EPCs, and partners throughout the project lifecycle.
- requirements — hands-on, not just at a management level. Assess grid connection