Energy Storage Consultant

We help customers navigate the complex transition to a decarbonized and more sustainable energy future. We do this by assuring that energy systems work safely and effectively, using solutions that are increasingly digital. We also help industries and governments to navigate the many complex, interrelated transitions taking place globally and regionally, in the energy industry.

The Energy Storage Consultant will lead and deliver technical, engineering, and advisory services for Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects across China, with potential to support services in other APAC markets. This role supports DNV’s expanding presence in China and is supported by a growing pipeline of BESS technology review and due diligence assignments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform technical reviews and due diligence of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), with a primary focus on battery systems, battery cells, and power conversion systems (PCS).
• Review and assess BESS design documentation and conduct technology evaluations covering system performance, safety, reliability, and compliance at both system and major component levels.
• Review test reports, certification documents, and compliance evidence against applicable standards and regulations (e.g., IEC, UL, NFPA, GB standards, and grid codes).
• Participate in or lead factory visits, manufacturing audits, and quality control assessments at battery, PCS, and BESS system integrator facilities.
• Review Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) procedures, witness FAT activities, and prepare clear, objective FAT witness reports.
• Support Technical Due Diligence (TDD), Owner’s Engineering, and Lender’s Technical Advisory scopes for utility‑scale BESS projects.
• Support Owner’s Engineering activities, including BESS solution comparisons, technology selection, and pre‑contract technical evaluations.
• Prepare clear, well‑structured technical reports, risk registers, and recommendations in accordance with DNV methodologies.
• Manage assigned tasks and deliverables efficiently, ensuring technical quality, consistency, and timely delivery.
• Collaborate with regional and global teams to share technology insights and contribute to the continuous improvement of internal technical frameworks and methodologies.
• Support or lead proposal development and business development activities, including technical inputs and contract negotiations, as appropriate to experience level.

• Flexible work arrangements for better work-life balance
• Generous Paid Leaves (Annual Leave, Compassionate Leave, Parental Leave, Marriage Leave, Maternity Leave, Prolonged illness)
• Medical benefits 
• Maternity Benefits
• Pension and Insurance Policies (Group Life Insurance, Salary Continuance Insurance, Worker’s Compensation for all employees, Corporate Business Travel Insurance)
• Additional Benefits (Long Service Awards, Professional Membership, Mobile Phone Reimbursement, Glasses (only Vietnam)
• Profit Share

*Benefits may vary based on position, tenure/contract/grade level*