BESS Solutions Engineer

Reporting to the Renewable Solutions Manager, you will play a key role in creating and implementing strategic initiatives to drive growth, efficiency and expand presence in the on-grid and off-grid energy markets.

Energy Solutions supplies energy storage, microgrid solutions, generator sets for continuous power, prime power, emergency standby power, mobile applications, and efficiency-optimising solutions that integrate cogeneration systems.

In this role you will:

• Drive direct marketing and sales efforts for Penske’s BESS, microgrid, and renewable energy solutions, achieving set sales targets and business growth objectives.
• Analyse customer requirements and ensure that Penske’s technology is fit for purpose, functionally and technically.
• Support and execute business development strategies to acquire new clients and expand into new markets and regions.
• Lead or support product development initiatives for microgrids and renewable energy solutions, ensuring maturity in documentation, certification, and customer-focused innovation
• Manage customer requirements in power models, studies and compliance to respective standards, namely PSCAD/PSSE and Power Factory format.
• Foster strong client relationships through regular communication to ensure satisfaction, identify opportunities, and enhance ongoing sales and marketing efforts.
• Gather and analyse market intelligence from customers, industry representatives, and competitors to inform product development and ensure alignment with market demands.

About you:

• Tertiary qualification in Engineering, Electrical or Controls
• Strong experience in a technical or sales role within the energy sector.
• Comprehensive understanding of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), power generation technologies, and
• competitor offerings in on-grid market place.
• Comprehensive understanding of industry standards, in particular AS3000, and BESS applicable standards.
• Skilled in direct sales, negotiation, and customer engagement, with formal training and a track record of delivering tailored energy solutions.
• Experience or exposure to grid studies and grid connection processes for larger than one MW power systems.
• Self-starter, Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills, with proficiency in business systems and a solid grasp of business operations.
• Strong technical and commercial acumen, with the ability to understand customer needs, interpret technical specifications, and drive effective product changes.

Why join Penske?

To put it simply, Penske is serious about its commitment to employees. Whether it be our commitment to safety, training, or career progression, you know that when you step into a role at

Penske, you step into a career.

We provide a fantastic work environment with strong leadership, rewards and recognition, and an employee assistance program to ensure our team's happiness, health, and safety.

With discounts on everything from tools to vehicles to travel and insurance, you know our above award rate will go even further

• Accredited Training & Development Programs
• Commitment to providing the highest levels of safety, technical and leadership training
• Competitive Remuneration
• Reward and Recognition Programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Family Friendly Benefits, including Paid Parental Leave
• Access to Discounted Travel, Health Insurance & Motor Vehicle benefits

Penske Australia is a premier distributor of premium diesel and gas engines, power systems and heavy vehicles. With brands including Western Star, MAN, Dennis Eagle, mtu, Detroit and Allison our operations extend across some of the most vibrant on- and off-highway markets Australia wide. As part of the Penske Group, you'll join over 50,000 across a variety of sectors including automotive & truck dealerships, truck leasing, motor racing and logistics management.