About Fluence: Fluence (Nasdaq: FLNC) is a global market leader delivering intelligent energy storage and optimization software for renewables and storage. Our solutions and operational services are helping to create a more resilient grid and unlock the full potential of renewable portfolios. With gigawatts of successful implementations across nearly 50 markets, we are transforming the way we power our world for a more sustainable future. For more information, please visit fluenceenergy.com. Our Culture At Fluence, our culture is the foundation that drives our ambitious growth strategy and fuels our mission to transform the future of energy. Our core cultural pillars empower us to innovate, collaborate, and lead with purpose, ensuring we continue to deliver unparalleled value to our customers and the world. Unleash Voices We believe every voice matters. We encourage openness, active listening, and decisive action to create a culture where everyone has the opportunity to contribute to our success. We foster an environment where diverse perspectives are heard and valued, driving innovation and progress. Customer Fluent Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. We're committed to delivering exceptional value that exceeds expectations by understanding our customers' needs and adapting swiftly to meet them. Our deep focus on customer satisfaction drives us to continuously improve and innovate. Infinite Impact We are committed to creating the impossible. We push boundaries to deliver sustainable, game-changing solutions that shape a brighter, more energy-efficient future for all. Our team is passionate about making a lasting impact that will resonate for generations to come. All In We are all in for growth. Our teams are relentlessly focused on identifying and seizing opportunities that propel us forward. We embrace an ownership mindset, pushing ourselves and each other to accelerate progress and create lasting success. In the role of Principal Systems Engineer, you will lead the technical development of new energy storage products and work on cutting edge engineering challenges. You will guide cross-functional teams, collaborate with stakeholders, and ensure the alignment of technology solutions with business goals. Your role is crucial in driving innovation, optimizing product performance, and maintaining a competitive edge in the market. Responsibilites: * Oversee the end-to-end product development of Fluence's MW to GW-scale lithium ion battery energy storage products, from conception to global deployment * Ensure products are developed to meet safety, quality, performance, and scalability standards * Lead and support program execution through the full project lifecycle, including requirements definition and review, architecture development, specification development, requirements verification, and compliance assessment. * Work with cross-functional teams and support development of control system architecture, electrical and mechanical drawing packages, descriptions of operations, control methodology, configuration specifications, interface specifications, and commissioning instructions. Review technical deliverables lists and review the major technical deliverables * Lead program design reviews and support configuration management and engineering review boards, model-based system engineering efforts, technical planning, system integration and risk/opportunity management * Control costs and develop strategies to reduce costs and improve product reliability * Evaluate changes/upgrades to process control systems and make recommendations for continuous improvement * Support, lead, and facilitate internal and external Root Cause Analysis, Lessons Learned, and Management of Change Activities * Perform system design and tradeoff studies * Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment, promoting continuous learning and professional growth * Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends and evaluate their potential application to company products * Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to define and refine product vision and strategy * Communicate technical concepts and project status effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences * Act as a liaison between engineering teams and other departments to ensure cohesive and aligned product development efforts. What will our ideal candidate bring to Fluence? * Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering or Computer Science, or a related field.10+ years of experience in product development, with at least 3 years in a leadership or senior technical role * Proven track record of successfully leading complex product development projects * Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills * Strong communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills * Ability to mentor and motivate teams to achieve high performance * Experience in Energy Storage domain preferred but not required * Familiarity with any of the following is a plus: inverters, power conversion systems, lithium ion battery systems (LFP / NMC / NCA), BESS, UL9540, UL9540A, UL1973, UL1741, NFPA855, IEC 62933, IEC 61439, IEC 62109, NFPA68, NFPA69, NFPA70, NFPA72, NFPA855, UN38.3, IEEE693, Jira, Testrail, Jama, ETAP, Matlab Simulink, MBSE, DFMEA, HARA Fluence IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and fully subscribes to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity to ensure that all applicants and employees are considered for hire, promotion, and job status without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital or familial status.