UL

Consulting Team Leader - BESS

UL$122K — $150K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years' experience in renewable energy, particularly in Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in relevant fields such as Electrical Engineering or Computer Science
  • Experience in technical advisory services, including risk assessment and operational efficiency
  • Proven track record in client engagement and technical report writing
  • Strong leadership experience with team management skills
  • Exceptional communication skills to simplify complex technical concepts
  • Passionate about advancing clean energy initiatives.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage advisory projects in renewable technologies including wind, solar, and BESS
  • Serve as primary technical contact for key North American clients
  • Ensure project delivery is on time, within budget, and meets quality standards
  • Contribute to business development through strategic go-to-market strategies
  • Represent the company at industry events and client meetings
  • Foster and maintain long-term relationships with clients through regular engagement
  • Lead and develop a high-performing team of engineers and consultants.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work model with three days on-site
  • Health benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Wellness programs focusing on mental and financial health
  • 401K retirement savings plan
  • Generous paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave
  • Opportunity for annual performance bonus up to 20% of base salary
Full Job Description
Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Engineering Leader with deep expertise in Renewable Energy Technical Advisory Services, covering Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).

In this strategic role, you will:
• Lead regional operations and manage key client relationships in the North America region.
• Oversee technical delivery and operational execution of advisory projects.
• Drive go-to-market strategy, contributing to business development and service innovation.
• Build and lead a high-performing team of technical experts as part of our expansion plan.

In this role, you will join our advisory team of international experts and as we are looking to grow over the next years, you will get the opportunity to build your own team of experts!

This is a full-time, hybrid (3 days on-site) role located at our Princeton, NJ office.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage technical advisory projects across wind, solar, and BESS technologies.
  • Serve as the primary technical contact for strategic clients in the North America region.
  • Oversee project delivery, ensuring quality, timeliness, and client satisfaction.
  • Drive go-to-market strategy and support business development initiatives.
  • Represent UL Solutions at industry conferences, webinars, and client events.
  • Maintain and grow relationships with key clients through regular engagement and site visits.
  • Collaborate with commercial teams to support proposal development and opportunity creation.
  • Build and lead a team of engineers and consultants, fostering a high-performance culture.
  • Coordinate with global and regional UL entities to ensure smooth execution and revenue alignment.
  • Support subcontractor engagement for fieldwork and factory visits as needed.
  • Lead internal training programs and mentor junior engineers to improve team capabilities.
  • Work closely with commercial, legal, and project management teams to create client proposals and define project scopes.
  • Innovate by developing new methods and tools to improve the accuracy and efficiency of our technical assessments.
  • Conduct peer reviews of deliverables to maintain consistency and technical quality.
  • Write technical whitepapers and industry articles to strengthen the company's brand and expertise.
  • Travel moderately (10-25%) for site visits and client meetings across North America.


Qualifications

  • At least 10 years of experience in the renewable energy sector, with a strong focus on BESS.
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in consulting-relevant field such as Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Computer Science, or other relevant fields as deemed appropriate to the consulting business.
  • Proven experience in technical advisory services, including commercial risk assessment and operational efficiency improvements.
  • Strong track record in client engagement, technical report writing, and leading complex projects.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts into client-friendly language.
  • Demonstrated experience in team management and leadership.
  • A proactive, collaborative mindset and a passion for driving the clean energy transition.


Total Rewards: We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. The estimated salary range for this position is $122,000- $150,000 and is based on multiple factors, including job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, as well as other factors. This position is eligible for annual bonus compensation with a target payout of 20% of the base salary. This position also provides health benefits such as medical, dental and vision; wellness benefits such as mental and financial health; and retirement savings (401K) commensurate with the standard rewards offered in each individual location or country. We also provide full-time employees with paid time off including vacation (15 days), holiday and personal days (totaling 12 days), and sick time off (72 hours).

About UL

UL is a global safety certification company headquartered in Northbrook, Illinois. It was founded in 1894 and has been providing safety testing, inspection, and certification services for over 125 years. UL operates in over 100 countries and has more than 14,000 employees worldwide. The company's mission is to promote safe living and working environments by advancing safety science. UL's services cover a wide range of industries, including consumer products, industrial equipment, building materials, and more.
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