Abstract: Systems and methods in which DC power is provided to a common DC bus to which multiple ESP systems are connected. Each ESP system coupled through an interface unit to the common DC bus. The interface unit selectively allows power from the common DC bus to be provided to a drive which then produces AC power without first having to rectify the power received from the common bus. The AC power produced by the drive is provided to the ESP motor, which drives the pump to lift fluid from the well. Each interface unit may include an input contactor that is closed to couple the ESP to the common DC bus, a charging contactor that is closed to provide power to the ESP, and a charging resistor that allows a capacitor or local bus at the input of the drive to be charged before the charging contactor is closed.