Electrical Engineer
Position Title: Senior Electrical Engineer
Location: Australia/New Zealand (can work remotely)
A leading organisation in the renewable energy sector is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join its team to manage their exciting projects in New Zealand. This role involves managing EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) projects for utility-scale ground-mounted solar farms and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). The successful candidate will oversee project commissioning, mentor junior engineers, and ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide electrical engineering support for solar farm and BESS projects.
- Lead electrical design, supervision, and commissioning of utility-scale renewable energy systems.
- Support EPC project development including early design input, scope and technical specification development, equipment specification, cost estimation, and scheduling.
- Liaise with grid operators and regulatory bodies on connection and GPS requirements.
- Design battery-based energy storage systems with expertise in PCS, BMS, EMS, and SCADA technologies.
- Develop and lead commissioning programs.
- Collaborate with international EPC teams to manage project delivery.
- Apply strong project management and interpersonal skills in a multicultural environment.
- Ensure adherence to applicable codes, standards, and regulations in Australia and New Zealand.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in utility-scale solar farm and EPC projects.
- Proven expertise in commissioning and design of solar and BESS systems.
- Strong understanding of renewable energy technologies and EPC processes.
- Skilled in project planning, documentation, estimation, and scheduling.
- Safety-focused with excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
- Team-oriented with a willingness to travel to remote project sites (domestic and international).
- Possession of a White Card and Electrical License is highly advantageous.
- HV switching ticket is a plus.
If you are interested to find out more about this opportunity, kindly apply and I will get in touch with you if your experience is a match!
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