System Test Lab Manager

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.

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We are guided by our passion to transform the way we power our world. Achieving our goals requires creativity, diversity of ideas and backgrounds, and building trust to effect change and move with speed.

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Fluence currently has thousands of MW of energy storage projects operated or awarded worldwide in addition to the thousands of MW of projects managed by our trading platform—and we are growing every day.

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We are Agile

We achieve our goals and meet our customer’s needs by cultivating curiosity, adaptability, and self-reflection in our teams.

We are Fun

We value the diversity in thought and experience of our coworkers and customers. Through honest, forthcoming, and respectful communications we work to ensure that Fluence is an inclusive and welcoming environment for all. 

As the Systems Test Lab Manager, you will play a critical role in helping Fluence deliver the next generation of energy storage technology through its suite of energy storage products.

• You will be responsible for determining how to accommodate new Fluence energy storage products at the Lab outside of Pittsburgh, PA. This includes planning the initial set up, installation, and commissioning of these products.

• You will be responsible for the safe and efficient operations of the lab. Primary and hands on work will be carried out by you and by people under your supervision including at least one lab technician and temporary third-party contractors.

• You will be responsible for ensuring the technical availability of the lab, testing equipment, and modifications as required to meet requirements of testing criteria.

• You will be responsible for assessing working conditions, identifying possible hazards, defining appropriate protective measures, selecting tailor-made work and equipment and coordinating work with others.

• You will organize, support, and carry out the mechanical and electrical design, testing, commissioning and repair of test configurations and prototypes of battery storage systems.

• You must be willing to occasionally work outside of normal work hours, if necessary, during periods of intense activity at the lab.

• You will work closely with the Lab Program Manager to schedule and manage lab equipment setup in accordance with project schedules managed by the Product Development group management team.

• You will be responsible for creating lab documentation, including safety protocols, lab-specific work procedures, and lab setup drawings

• You will be responsible for designing the instruction and training programs to establish electrically qualified persons.

• You must be a self-starter, able and willing to plan your work, and the work of others, to support Fluence business objectives, often without direct oversight.

• Passion for energy storage, collaborative engineering, and learning from others
• You are or have been a licensed electrician or electrical test engineer for low voltage power systems equipment (up to 1500Vdc/600Vac) and have extensive training and experience with hands-on electrical work and safety procedures.
• You are familiar with the NFPA 70E, Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace.
• Knowledge of inverter and battery technology, electrical machines, control and control technology as well as basic knowledge of CAD.
• You are experienced in using MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, Visio)
• You must have a positive attitude and high motivation and enthusiasm for new things – in the spirit of our company values
• Bachelors' degree in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent lab experience
• 6+ years industry experience, with background in renewable energy systems, power conversion, energy storage, PV, power systems control, or similar field
• Technical knowledge in broad area of engineering disciplines (Electrical, Mechanical, Safety, Test/Validation)
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to travel up to 10% of time (trips to customers, suppliers, and occasionally to projects or testing sites).

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.