Technical Project Lead - Battery Energy Storage Systems at Schneider Electric

Technical Project Manager (BESS)

Role Overview: The Technical Project Manager leads end-to-end Battery Energy Storage Systems program execution based in our Andover, MA Lab. This person will coordinate with global engineering teams across US, India, France & China. The role ensures certification, validation, supplier alignment, product roadmap execution, Agile excellence and manufacturing readiness.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end execution of Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects.
• Lead certification and validation work, including: CFD analysis for NFPA 69 Seismic testing (IEEE 693) UL 9540 / NFPA 855 compliance IP testing (IEC 60529) Capacity testing (IEC 62933)
• Manage UL 9540A fire-testing programs and produce technical due-diligence and bankability reports.
• Create and maintain technical documents: degradation models, capacity test reports, product specs, BOMs, communication architecture, FAT/SAT procedures.
• Develop product and technology roadmaps and align them with certification, manufacturing, and marketing timelines.
• Coordinate suppliers across batteries, PCS, containers, and fire-suppression systems.
• Review commercial contracts for technical accuracy and standards compliance.
• Work with global cross-functional teams (engineering, sales, applications, VOC, management).
• Perform supplier, factory, and audit site visits (container, battery, FSS, UL facilities).
• Build and update QA test templates (FAT, SAT, capacity, noise, IP).
• Lead multidisciplinary engineering and project teams.
• Manage project budgets and provide updates to stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, or related engineering field.
• 35+ years of experience in BESS, including testing, certification, or product management.
• Strong knowledge of key standards: UL 9540/9540A, NFPA 855, IEEE 693, IEC 62933, IEC 60529.
• Experience with PCS/EMS integration and grid-connected storage systems.
• Proven ability to manage cross-functional teams and complex technical programs.

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