At a Glance
- Tasks: Support battery storage projects with technical analysis and client advisory.
- Company: Join the world's largest independent renewable energy company.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, diverse workforce, and strong career development support.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with opportunities to work on high-profile projects.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in renewable energy while growing your skills.
- Qualifications: Degree in Engineering and experience in renewable energy or consulting.
The predicted salary is between 58500 - 71500 £ per year.
Do you want to work to make Power for Good? We're the world's largest independent renewable energy company, guided by a vision to create a future where everyone has access to affordable, zero carbon energy. Achieving our ambitions would be impossible without our people, as we tackle some of the world's toughest problems. We continually invest in our diverse workforce, dedicated to the personal and professional growth of our people at every career stage.
The position involves expanding our Advisory Services team within Asset Management, looking for an engineer with early-career consultancy experience who wants to work across the full lifecycle of battery storage projects. This is a client-facing technical role suited to engineers who enjoy combining technical analysis, commercial awareness, and project delivery.
You will work with investors, developers, and asset owners across BESS projects in the UK and Europe, supporting activities such as:
- Technical due diligence
- Owner’s Engineer roles
- Advisory mandates
Your responsibilities will include:
- Delivering Technical Due Diligence and Owner’s Engineer assignments
- Supporting project development and construction monitoring
- Reviewing BESS system design, EPC contracts, and technical documentation
- Supporting financial close technical reviews for investors and lenders
- Conducting site visits and technical assessments
- Preparing clear technical reports and presentations for clients
- Managing project scope, timelines, and budgets for advisory assignments
You will also support the growth of RES’ advisory offering by working closely with asset management, business development, and operations teams.
Who This Role Suits
This role is ideal for engineers with strong experience who want to move further into technical consulting and client advisory within the energy storage sector. You may currently work in:
- A renewables consultancy
- Owner’s Engineer / Lenders Engineer team
- BESS developer or EPC technical team
- Engineering consultancy supporting renewable infrastructure
Key Experience
We are particularly interested in candidates who have experience with:
- Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) or renewable energy projects
- Technical due diligence, owner’s engineer or technical advisory work
- Reviewing technical designs, contracts, and project documentation
- Client-facing technical reporting
- Project lifecycle exposure (development, construction, operations)
Experience with project finance or investor technical reviews is a strong advantage.
Skills
- Strong technical writing and reporting ability
- Commercial awareness of infrastructure projects
- Ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously
- Clear communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Willingness to travel for site visits
Qualifications
- Degree in Engineering or related discipline
- Strong experience in renewable energy, storage, or infrastructure consulting
- Valid UK driving licence
Why Join RES
At RES, you’ll work with experts across wind, solar, and energy storage while helping clients deliver the next generation of renewable infrastructure. We offer:
- Exposure to high-profile renewable projects
- Opportunities to work across technical, commercial, and advisory disciplines
- A global network of renewable energy professionals
- Strong support for career development in technical consulting
At RES, we celebrate difference as it makes our company a great place to work. We encourage applicants with different backgrounds, ideas, and points of view, creating teams who work together to solve complex problems and design practical solutions for our clients.
BESS Advisory Consultant employer: Renewable Energy Systems
At RES, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, particularly for the role of Cyber Security Engineer and Architect. Our inclusive work culture fosters collaboration and innovation, allowing employees to thrive while contributing to meaningful projects in the B2B sector. With a strong focus on professional development and a commitment to diversity, we empower our team members to grow their skills and advance their careers in a supportive environment.
