What jobs are needed for energy storage

What skills do you need to work in energy storage?

One of the most obvious and essential skills for working in the energy storage and renewable energy sector is technical skills. This includes having a solid understanding of the different types of energy storage technologies, such as batteries, flywheels, pumped hydro, compressed air, thermal storage, and hydrogen.

What role does technology play in energy storage?

Technology has a very important role to play in energy storage and has been instrumental in getting the industry to where it is now. That said, we’re still learning and solving complex problems each day. This means the industry needs software developers and data scientists, along with machine learning and optimisation experts.

What makes field a great energy storage company?

The energy storage industry is no exception. At Field, they are the glue that holds us together - whether that’s by bringing new talent into the business, negotiating contracts or ensuring we have a strong balance sheet. They’re absolutely essential to the Field business, enabling us to do the work we do.

What makes the energy storage industry so interesting?

The energy storage industry is still fairly young compared to others like wind or solar. This means it’s rapidly growing, changing and innovating (part of what makes working in the industry so interesting).

What are the different types of energy storage technologies?

This includes having a solid understanding of the different types of energy storage technologies, such as batteries, flywheels, pumped hydro, compressed air, thermal storage, and hydrogen. It also involves knowing how to design, install, operate, and maintain renewable energy systems, such as solar, wind, hydro, biomass, geothermal, and tidal.

What is the future of energy storage?

Battery technology is another important area as the demand for energy storage grows. Innovations in this field are critical in supporting renewable energy systems, leading to more employment opportunities in research, development, and manufacturing. The hydrogen sector is emerging as a key area of growth.