New Job Opening: Senior Electrical Engineer in Melbourne

Job Description

Senior Electrical Engineer - Solar & BESS

Location: Queensland

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Project Engineer to join a leading organisation building some of Australia's largest Solar and BESS hybrid projects. This position is on-site, near Brisbane, Queensland.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and guidance to subcontractors and internal teams, ensuring electrical works meet design specifications, industry standards, and project requirements


• Ensure appropriate engineering resources and competencies are allocated to integrate quality and compliance into all electrical design and installation activities


• Oversee resolution of technical issues and ensure timely completion of outstanding engineering-related defects


• Implement and maintain the project’s electrical quality plan, ensuring adherence to relevant codes and standards


• Advise on electrical design feasibility, equipment selection, material suitability, and integration of solar PV and battery systems


• Manage technical aspects of project delivery, ensuring effective coordination between design, procurement, and construction teams


• Identify and manage compliance requirements with relevant authorities for electrical approvals, grid connection, and regulatory certifications


• Monitor engineering progress against project schedules, coordinate technical activities, and resolve design or installation challenges promptly.


• Prepare detailed engineering reports, technical documentation, and support change management processes for electrical scope variations.

Qualifications & Experience

• Project Management and/or Engineering Qualification (Electrical Engineering)


• Proven experience in renewable energy project engineering, with a strong technical understanding of solar PV, battery storage, and inverter systems


• Knowledge of project the renewable energy market


• Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills


• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

If you are interested in joining a market leading organisation progressing some of Australia's largest Solar and Battery projects, please apply ASAP!