Pre-Sales BESS Specialist

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NES025372/KSE

Date posted:

Thursday, May 21, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
We are seeking a highly skilled and commercially minded Pre-Sales BESS Specialist to support the growth of advanced energy storage solutions across commercial, industrial, and utility-scale projects. This role bridges the gap between technical engineering and sales, ensuring optimal system design, client engagement, and solution development.

POSITION INFO:
Duties:

Provide technical pre-sales support for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) solutions
Engage with clients to understand energy needs and propose tailored storage solutions
Design and develop conceptual and detailed BESS system configurations
Conduct feasibility studies, energy modelling, and financial analysis (ROI, LCOE, and payback)
Support the sales team with technical presentations, proposals, and tender submissions
Liaise with OEMs, EPC contractors, and internal engineering teams
Ensure compliance with grid codes, standards, and regulatory requirements
Assist with cost estimation, system sizing, and equipment selection
Stay up to date with market trends, technologies, and competitor offerings
Provide technical input during project handover to execution teams

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
3–7 years’ experience in renewable energy, with strong exposure to BESS or solar PV & storage
Solid understanding of power systems, inverters, and energy storage technologies
Experience with energy modelling tools (e.g., Homer, PVSyst, or similar)
Knowledge of grid integration and utility-scale energy systems
Strong client-facing and communication skills

Advantageous:

Professional registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA)
Experience in C&I and utility-scale projects
Familiarity with Energy Management Systems (EMS) and SCADA
Exposure to hybrid systems (solar, wind, diesel, and storage integration)

Key Competencies:

Strong commercial and technical acumen
Solution-oriented mindset
Excellent presentation and proposal-writing skills
Ability to work cross-functionally with sales and engineering teams
High attention to detail and analytical thinking

What’s on Offer:

Opportunity to work on cutting-edge energy storage projects
Fast-growing renewable energy environment
Competitive salary and performance incentives
Career growth within a dynamic and innovative sector

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For more information contact:
Kagiso Sebalo

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