Fluence is the leading global energy storage technology and services company, created and backed by Siemens and AES, two industry powerhouses and pioneers in energy storage. Fluence unites the scale, experience, breadth, and financial backing of the two most experienced icons in energy storage.
Our mission is to create a more sustainable future by transforming the way we power our world. Energy storage is critical to this transformation, yet today the market is fragmented and customers face the challenge of finding a trusted technology partner amidst conflicting technical claims, inexperienced vendors and installers, and new market entrants with limited power sector knowledge.
Fluence brings the proven technology solutions and services that overcome the commercial and regulatory barriers that stand in the way of modernizing our energy networks. We are the partner that can deliver at a global scale with the most experienced and knowledgeable team in the world.
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 AND VALUES
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.
We are Leading
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.
We are Responsible
Fluence is defined by its unwavering commitment to safety, quality, and integrity.
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.
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.
As the Lead Engineer for our Battery Pack team, you will:
Lead the Battery Module and Pack Engineering activitiesLead the design and invention of best-in-class battery modules and packsLead the selection of technical choices with documentation on why these choices were selected. Manage this documentation. Lead the team through tough decision making, especially when decisions are ambiguousLead the technical planning of modules with attention to DFM/DFA, DFMEA, Analytical/Development/Verification/Certification activitiesHeavily supports the planning of thermal propagation system design. Approve the final strategy.Lead the planning of service and installation strategiesLead the team through tough decision making, especially with decisions are ambiguousWork with Product Management to establish requirements at a Battery Systems level. Challenge missing or incorrect requirements.Work with Program Management to establish product development timelines that are aggressive and realistic for product development and execution Work with supply chain team members to ensure on time sourcing and technical capability and correctness at each supplier location.Guide design release engineers/component owners through development and execution to ensure technical deliverables are met and all assembly components are executed with excellenceEnsure a clean and smooth transition to the Execution Engineering team. Engineering details should be complete and technical issues largely closed.Proactively advise on processes. Advise the team what “good looks like”/expectations constantly. The team should understand expectations 30, 60, 90 and 180 days out.Advise on engineering, design and testing fundamentals. Oversee the engineers to make sure detailed work is not missed or skipped.What you will bring to Fluence:
Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related fieldMore than 5 years of Battery Systems design experience with experience launching module hardwareUnderstanding of cell chemistry including cell bill of materials and cell manufacturing processesUnderstanding of BMS including cell balancing methods, cell sense boards, ASICsUnderstanding of thermal propagation mitigation methodsUnderstanding of module validation methods – including analytical, developmental, verification and certificationUnderstanding of DFM/DFA methodsUnderstanding of GD&TDeep understanding of FEA, development testing, and validationUnderstanding of statistical methods. Understanding of Design for Six Sigma and Monte Carlo analysis is a bonusUnderstanding of DFMEA. Understanding of Fault Trees is a bonusAbility to action complex and ambiguous issues and drive a culture of accountability.Team player with excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts effectively. Ability to work independently, stay hyper-focused, and prioritize work effectively. Results-oriented, diligent, and detail-oriented. Ability to lead teams to outcomes through leadership by influenceAbility to discuss complicated technical challenges that they resolved personally