Application Guide

How to Apply for Senior BESS Technical Sales Manager [Remote]

at EDF Renewables

🏢 About EDF Renewables

EDF Renewables is a global leader in renewable energy, part of the EDF Group, with a strong commitment to decarbonization and innovation. They offer a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge battery storage projects alongside wind, solar, and onsite solutions, with a collaborative culture and remote flexibility.

About This Role

As Senior BESS Technical Sales Manager, you will drive growth of the battery storage pipeline by creating budgets, refining project scopes, and supporting contract negotiations. This role is pivotal in expanding EDF's energy storage portfolio, directly impacting the transition to a reliable, renewable-powered grid.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might start with reviewing market data and updating BESS pipeline budgets, followed by a call with a developer to refine project scope. Afternoon could involve modeling a new project's financials and preparing a term sheet for negotiation with an EPC partner, ending with a cross-team sync on integrated renewable bids.

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🎯 Who EDF Renewables Is Looking For

  • Over 7 years of BESS experience with a proven track record in utility-scale and C&I projects, including budgeting, valuation, and market analysis.
  • Deep technical fluency in lithium-ion battery systems, power conversion/inverter technology, and SCADA/control systems, enabling credible discussions with vendors and developers.
  • Advanced financial or technical modeling skills (e.g., Excel, Python, or specialized tools) to build project budgets and support structured finance efforts.
  • Strong negotiation and relationship management skills, with experience closing BESS contracts (NDAs, term sheets, offtake & EPC agreements).

📝 Tips for Applying to EDF Renewables

1

Quantify your BESS project experience: include MW/MWh capacities, budget sizes, and cost savings achieved in your resume.

2

Highlight your technical modeling expertise: mention specific tools (e.g., PLEXOS, SAM, or custom Excel models) and how they informed investment decisions.

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Tailor your cover letter to EDF Renewables' focus on integrated renewable solutions (wind+solar+storage) and their remote culture.

4

Showcase your network: mention relationships with developers, IPPs, or EPC contractors relevant to BESS.

5

Prepare a brief case study of a BESS project you delivered, emphasizing scope, technical challenges, and financial outcomes.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

["Emphasize your technical fluency in lithium-ion and inverter technologies, linking it to EDF's need for credible vendor negotiations.", 'Demonstrate your ability to manage the full sales cycle from pipeline development to contract closure, with examples of successful deals.', 'Highlight your experience with financial modeling for BESS projects, particularly in valuation and budgeting for utility-scale or C&I systems.', "Express enthusiasm for EDF's mission and remote work culture, showing you can thrive independently while collaborating across teams."]

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Review EDF Renewables' recent BESS announcements and project portfolio (e.g., Desert Harvest, other storage projects).
  • → Understand EDF Group's global energy storage strategy and how the US BESS team fits in.
  • → Familiarize yourself with the company's remote work culture and collaboration tools (e.g., Slack, Teams).
  • → Check out EDF Renewables' sustainability reports and corporate values to align your application with their mission.

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Walk me through a BESS project you budgeted and scoped from start to finish. How did you handle technical uncertainties?
2 How do you evaluate the financial viability of a BESS project? What metrics and models do you use?
3 Describe a time you negotiated a complex BESS contract (e.g., offtake or EPC). What were the key terms and challenges?
4 How do you stay current with lithium-ion battery technology trends, and how have you applied new knowledge to a project?
5 EDF Renewables integrates wind, solar, and storage. How would you approach cross-technology project development?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting a generic cover letter without mentioning BESS or EDF Renewables specifically.
  • Overemphasizing sales without demonstrating technical depth in battery systems and modeling.
  • Failing to provide concrete numbers (MW, budgets, savings) in your resume or interview examples.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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