Technical Director of Grid-Scale Energy Systems

1 day ago


Wilsonville, Oregon, United States ESS Tech Full time

About the Role:

ESS Tech is a globally recognized leader in sustainable energy storage, consistently identified as one of the most innovative and exciting technology players in energy storage. The company is poised to be one of the fastest growing energy technology companies in the world, with projects already across 4 continents and an upcoming public offering.

The ESS vision is about enabling the decarbonization of the grid by achieving up to 100% of electricity from clean, sustainable renewable energy. This requires cutting-edge solutions for grid-attached energy storage, and that's where you come in.

About You:

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Control Systems Engineering, or a related field
  • Minimum 10-15 years of experience in software or controls engineering, with at least 5 years in a leadership role
  • Experience in energy systems, battery storage, automotive industrial automation, or semiconductor manufacturing highly desirable

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the software and controls engineering teams in designing, developing, and maintaining firmware, software, and control systems for grid-attached flow battery systems
  • Oversee the design of both software architectures and control systems that optimize flow battery performance, ensuring scalability, security, and alignment with industry standards
  • Collaborate with hardware design engineers, test engineers, and other stakeholders to integrate software, controls, and hardware systems seamlessly
  • Provide expert guidance in debugging and resolving field issues across software and control systems

What We Offer:

  • $145,000 - $175,000 per year, depending on experience
  • Company-assisted health insurance
  • Approved PPE reimbursement
  • Medical & dental coverage
  • Flex spending account
  • 8 paid holidays
  • 401K plan
  • Competitive PTO accrual

About ESS Tech:

We are an equal opportunity employer, open to considering every qualified candidate who is eligible and legally authorized to work in the United States on a full or part-time basis, without a need for sponsorship.



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