FuelCell Energy is a global leader in decarbonizing power and producing hydrogen through our proprietary fuel cell technology. Our mission is to enable a world powered by clean energy. As an innovator and manufacturer of fuel cell clean power platforms, FuelCell Energy has the only technology in the world capable of capturing carbon from an external source and producing power at the same time. In addition, we offer the only technology in the world capable of producing hydrogen, power and water simultaneously. The pay for this position ranges from $145000 - $160000. Overview Imagine your impact at FuelCell Energy (FCE) as we embark on the next phase of our evolution where positioning ourselves in the marketplace and growing sales of our products and solutions is a leading corporate focus. FCE designs, manufactures, and installs clean, continuous onsite energy solutions that can be used to power commercial and industrial facilities from hospitals and universities to advanced manufacturing and technology facilities. We are currently experiencing unprecedented demand in the rapidly growing data center market, where a lack of utility power is motivating the need for onsite power microgrids to accelerate data center growth. We are currently seeking an experienced, motivated, and agile Staff Solutions Engineer to help us design, sell, and install advanced fuel cell-based microgrid solutions for data centers and other critical power applications. The microgrids will incorporate fuel cells, microgrid controls, energy storage, heat recovery solutions, carbon-recovery solutions and other distributed energy resources to meet the high reliability, high performance, clean energy needs of this demanding sector. Responsibilities <ul style="margin-bottom:6.0pt;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 6.0pt 0.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Lead solution development for client opportunities <ul style="list-style-type:circle;margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:6.0pt"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 6.0pt 0.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">This is a customer-facing role working hand-in-hand with FCE business development managers to develop winning commercial offerings that meet customers’ needs</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 6.0pt 0.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Assess customer’s technical needs and wants through combination of online and in-person communication</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 6.0pt 0.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Develop conceptual design of solutions incorporating FCE’s product and solution offerings</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 6.0pt 0.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Work with third-party equipment and service providers as necessary to develop solutions</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 6.0pt 0.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Support project economic modeling through energy analysis, system performance modeling and cost estimation</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 6.0pt 0.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Support presentation of solution features and benefits directly to customer</li> </ul> </li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 6.0pt 0.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Develop market-based solutions based on FCE’s product offering <ul style="list-style-type:circle;margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:6.0pt"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 6.0pt 0.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">The Solutions Engineering team is responsible for identifying emerging market requirements and developing value-added integrated solutions based on FCE’s core product offering. Examples include microgrid feature development with third-party equipment integrators, energy storage integration to meet transient load requirements, and high-efficiency chilled water solutions.</li> </ul> </li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 6.0pt 0.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Advise and Support Product Development <ul style="list-style-type:circle;margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:6.0pt"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 6.0pt 0.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">The Solutions Engineering team participates in FCE’s new product development programs by representing the Voice-of-the-Customer, helping to define product requirements, and participating in conceptual designs of new products and features.</li> </ul> </li> </ul> Qualifications Education: BS in engineering (electrical or mechanical preferred) or similar field Required Skills and Experience <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:6.0pt"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 6.0pt 32.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Minimum 10 years of relevant work experience, with at least 5 years of experience in distributed generation, microgrids, or data center facility engineering</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 6.0pt 32.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Energy project development skills, including energy analysis, site construction assessment, and financial proforma modeling</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 6.0pt 32.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Experience in a customer-facing role for developing and representing customer-driven solutions</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 6.0pt 32.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Excellent oral, written, and presentation communication skills to effectively communicate complex ideas and solutions to both technical and non-technical audiences</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 6.0pt 32.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Team player who works willingly with others and keeps a positive, goal-focused outlook when tackling challenging, time-sensitive commercial and technical problems</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 6.0pt 32.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Flexible and adaptable to rapidly shift gears into multi-disciplinary roles based on the demands of the customer</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 6.0pt 32.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite</li> </ul> Working Environment/Working Conditions <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:6.0pt"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 6.0pt 32.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">This position can be 100% remote, but frequent trips to FCE headquarters in Danbury, CT will be required. Preference will be given to candidates in the Northeast U.S.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 6.0pt 32.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">There will occasionally be visits to construction sites and customer sites throughout the U.S., and less frequently, internationally.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 6.0pt 32.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Travel: up to 20% domestic, infrequent international.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 6.0pt 32.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">A passport is required to enable travel.</li> </ul> Equal Opportunity Employer FuelCell Energy is an equal-opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and safe work environment for people of all backgrounds. We offer a competitive compensation package as well as comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, company-paid life/disability insurance, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase plan, and generous paid leave. The successful candidate is required to complete a drug screen, criminal background check, and employment and education verification. FuelCell Energy, Inc. is committed to ensuring that its application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all U.S. job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please send an email with your resume to [email protected] or contact us by calling 860-496-2222. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. NOTE: This dedicated phone line and email address are designed exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be acknowledged. A response to your request may take up to two business days. No agency submissions please. Resumes submitted to any FuelCell Energy employee without a current, signed and valid contract in place with the FuelCell Energy Recruiting team for this position will become the property of FuelCell Energy and no agency fees will be paid. For more information about FuelCell Energy and our available openings, please visit our website: <a href="https://www.fuelcellenergy.com/careers" target="_blank">https://www.fuelcellenergy.com/careers</a> We thank all candidates for their interest in a career with FuelCell Energy. However, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. #LI-AD1 #LI-Remote

Staff Solutions Engineer (CT, US) @ Fuel Cell Energy

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