Systems Integration Engineer

SK battery America • Troy, MI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

SK On, a member of SK Group, is a rapidly growing global manufacturer in the energy storage sector. With significant manufacturing capacity planned in the US and a focus on state-of-the-art DC Blocks, SK On is expanding its presence in utility-scale BESS and data center power solutions. The company is seeking an experienced Systems Integration Engineer to join its Energy Storage team. This role acts as a liaison between SK On, its customers, and vendors, ensuring technical excellence from pre-sales through lifecycle support. The Systems Integration Engineer will be responsible for technical contract negotiations and ensuring the seamless integration and performance of batteries, inverters, and software to meet performance guarantees. This position reports to the Director of System Integration and Engineering within the SK On ESS US Team.

Requirements

• A bachelor's or master's degree in engineering (electrical, mechanical, or computer science) or a related field.
• A minimum of 3-5 years in a technical and engineering capacity.
• Strong experience within the BESS industry, focusing on utility-scale projects or direct experience in energy storage system design and all associated equipment.
• Strong knowledge of Battery Storage Systems (BESS), including how cells, batteries, and modules are designed and integrated.
• Skilled in designing entire systems, such as Power Conversion Systems, medium voltage transformers, substations, and Gen-Tie connections.
• Well-versed in power electronics and have hands-on experience with BMS/EMS/SCADA (PLC Programming or RTAC or PPC) systems.
• Experience with communication protocols (DNP3, Modbus, IEC 61850).
• Familiarity with safety standards including NFPA 855, NPA 68/69, UL 9540A, and electrical safety standards such as NEC, IFC/IBC.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Demonstrated leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills, with an ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting the technical execution of major utility-scale project contracts is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with IEEE 2800 is a plus.
• Data analysis software knowledge is a plus (Power BI, and others).
• Professional Engineer (PE) license is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the initial design and architecture for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), Energy Management Systems (EMS), and Power Conversion Systems (PCS) integration.
• Participate in all technical activities to align technical requirements with vendors and oversee associated design implementation at the test facility.
• Participate in Factory Acceptance tests at SK test facility as well as vendor facilities.
• Lead the design and implementation of the test facility and contribute to designing use cases and test reports, focusing on BESS communication effectiveness with utility grid and dispatch controllers.
• Verify that SK DC product, PCS, and EMS performance results are built on evidence at the SK test facility and in the field.
• Lead the technical documentation and other associated activities to ensure successful delivery and optimized service from commissioning to lifecycle support of the delivered solution.
• Deliver training to field personnel and all stakeholders for commissioning and troubleshooting of the platform.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level