Olaf R.

BESS Engineering Manager LATAM | BESS Utility Scale Solutions | Greenfield Projects Expert | Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy

Mexico City Metropolitan Area

About

With a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering from the Center for Research and Advanced Studies of the IPN, I currently lead as BESS Engineering Manager. My experience is focused on the design and integration of BESS, developing technical specifications, single-line diagrams and interconnection studies. I also work closely with EPC teams and stakeholders to ensure that projects comply with international standards such as IEEE, IEC and UL. In my current role, I support the business development and sales teams, providing technical guidance in bidding and project construction. I am motivated by innovation in renewable energy and strive to facilitate solutions that drive the energy transition. Working alongside clients and suppliers, I bring diverse perspectives and a collaborative approach, ensuring that team goals are met with quality and precision.

Experience

  • BESS Engineering Manager at Skysense
    Apr 2026 - Present · 3 mos

    I lead the Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) engineering function at SkySense, driving utility-scale projects across Latin America with a combined focus on technical leadership, team management, and business development. With over 5 years of hands-on BESS experience, I oversee system sizing, design, and integration of storage solutions — including rack and container-based batteries, PCS, EMS, and protection systems. I manage grid interconnection studies, ensure compliance with IEEE, IEC, and UL standards, and supervise FAT, SAT, and commissioning activities to meet technical and performance benchmarks. On the commercial side, I provide strategic technical support to the sales and BD teams during project bidding and client negotiations, while reviewing contracts, warranties, and supplier technical specifications.

  • Utility-Scale BESS Project Manager LATAM at Enertis Applus+
    Nov 2025 - Apr 2026 · 6 mos

    Lead the comprehensive management of Utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects across multiple countries in Latin America, ensuring technical excellence and commercial success. • End-to-End Project Management: Direct Utility-scale BESS projects from conception through completion, with full accountability for schedule, budget, risk management, and compliance with technical specifications and local regulations in different LATAM markets. • Commercial Development: Develop, review, and present technical and commercial proposals for utility-scale BESS projects, tailored to client requirements, regulatory frameworks, and strategic objectives in diverse regional contexts. • Technical Oversight: Review and validate multidisciplinary engineering documentation (electrical, civil, control, and grid interconnection) to ensure design quality, safety, bankability, and system optimization. • Client Relations: Act as the primary point of contact for international clients and stakeholders, managing expectations, reporting project progress, and building long-term strategic partnerships across the region. • Team Leadership: Coordinate and lead cross-functional engineering teams distributed across Latin America, fostering collaboration, technical alignment, and operational efficiency.

  • Sr Project Developer BESS Engineer at Skysense
    Feb 2025 - Nov 2025 · 10 mos

    ·Lead engineering scope and system sizing for design and integration of BESS, including battery Racks or Containers, PCS, EMS, and protection systems. ·Develop system specifications, SLD, Layout, and interface requirements. ·Support grid interconnection studies and ensured compliance with IEEE, IEC, and UL standards. ·Oversee FAT, SAT, and commissioning activities, ensuring technical validation and performance benchmarks. ·Evaluated suppliers and technologies for battery chemistries, inverters, and auxiliary systems. ·Collaborated with EPCs, utilities, and stakeholders during design and construction. ·Provide technical support to the business development and sales team during project bidding and customer negotiations. ·Review commercial contracts, warranties, and technical specifications form suppliers and partners. Skilled in ETAP, DIgSILENT PowerFactory, and EMTP for load flow, short-circuit, stability, harmonic, and protection studies in utility-scale power systems.

  • Project BESS Engineer at Honeywell
    Jul 2023 - Feb 2025 · 1 yr 8 mos

    Preparation of Scope of Work documents with technical attachments (SLDs, layouts, control architecture) for BESS. Size, spec out and select BESS and BOP Equipment. Interface with customer and other internal and external stakeholders directly during project execution. Monitor and Control Engineering scope of work and coordinate with subcontractors during design, construction, and commissioning stage. Prepare Site commissioning and performance test reports/results. Project: Guyana: BESS 30 MW / 30 MWh

  • Jr. Monitoring Engineer at POWEN México
    Feb 2023 - Jul 2023 · 6 mos

    Specializing in renewable energy systems, conducting reviews using diverse monitoring platforms in Mexico. Proficient in developing tools for visualizing big data related to energy production.