Senior Electrical Enginer - Commercial Solar!

Posted 02 November 2023
Salary $100000 - $120000 per annum
LocationSydney
Job type Permanent
Discipline Engineering
ReferenceBH-29119
Contact NameJames Obrien

Job description

About 
Our Client is a top renewable energy company in Australia, serving clients nationwide.
With expertise in solar installations, car parks, and farms, we ensure customer satisfaction.
Our experienced team has empowered over 5000 clients in their transition to renewable energy.

We're currently seeking a qualified Senior Engineer to join the team in Canberra or Sydney, overseeing Solar PV projects and the team.


 
Responsibilities
  • Implementing engineering practices and design standards.
  • Creating sales proposals for mid to large-scale commercial solar and energy storage projects (100kW – 10 MW).
  • Specializing in Microgrid and Solar farm design and engineering.
  • Developing and managing bid proposals for government and private tenders.
  • Estimating project costs and budgets for commercial solar projects.
  • Cultivating and managing relationships with external consultants and contractors.
  • Producing concept and detailed designs for AC electrical, DC electrical, and Mechanical subsystems on commercial solar projects.
  • Generating Bill of Materials for commercial solar projects.
  • Ensuring systems meet relevant Australian and DNSP standards and local service and installation rules.
  • Establishing project schedules and resource allocation for commercial solar projects.
  • Coordinating with DNSPs to secure grid connection agreements and provide technical documentation for future projects.
  • Creating commissioning plans and supporting contractors in conducting commissioning tests.
  • Conducting site inspections and defining project scopes.
  • Offering flexible work arrangements.
 
Requirements
  • To have a passion for Solar and PV application!
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering.
  • Minimum 2 years Australian relevant experience.
  • Demonstrated experience in leading engineering activities in Commercial and utility Solar projects.
  • Demonstrated Experience in leading Tendering and Bid management activities.
  • Must be competent with AutoCAD, PVCad, PVSyst, PVsell, MS Excel, Aurora Solar.
  • Demonstrated experience in developing preliminary, for construction and As-built designs for Solar PV and Energy Storage projects.
  • Excellent program and project management skills with strong document management.
  • Able to communicate ideas and recommendations to non-engineer team members in a clear manner.
  • Able to manage multiple projects and tasks.
  • Able to work effectively with internal and external customers and suppliers.
  • CEC accreditation (Preferred but not essential).
  • Working knowledge of Australian Standards 3000, 4777, 5033.

Our Client is committed to providing equal opportunities in employment. We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply.

Join an awesome business in contributing to a sustainable energy future and making a positive impact!

Please Note:
No overseas applications will be accepted. 

If you have any questions or want to know more...

Please reach out to James for a confidential chat!

0467 490 566