HV Engineering Manager

We are Lightsource bp – and we're on a mission to become a global leader in onshore renewables, anchored by our proven track record in solar development.

For over a decade we've been actively working to diversify the way our world is powered with sustainable and responsible renewable power. We work to safely deliver affordable, reliable, large-scale onshore renewable and energy storage solutions to help the world decarbonize.

Our growing business is constantly innovating and investing to help drive the energy transition. Our people and projects are focused on supporting long-term sustainable growth and energy security.

Lightsource bp was fully acquired by bp in 2024.

What You'll do

The candidate will be responsible for most technical aspects related to the MV/HV electrical engineering side of the PV power plants, from project development to design, construction and operation, in compliance with the following main responsibilities:

• Preparation of Technical design tender reports (HV/LV up to 500kV)

• Preparation of HV Substation primary equipment design deliverables, feasibility studies, reports, programmes and cost estimating

• Working knowledge of Transmission and distribution system including equipment sizing, protect system (preferrable )

• Review the HV plant aspects of different projects including HV layouts, earthing design and reports, mechanical interlocking, HV busbar calculations and technical specification for the HV plant equipment.

• Ability to attend and chair the design review and Hazard review meetings and reviewing HV plant design packages as required.
Attending site visits, FAT and SAT as required.

• Support the contractual negotiation with EPC regarding technical areas such as HV electrical engineering, equipment specifications, testing,

• HV/MV substations, switchgears, cables, protection equipment and other MV/HV equipment.

• Support FEED team (Front End Engineering Design) to explore possibility of solar applications in New Markets (Example in Hydrogen market, off-grid applications, Battery, reactive mode applications et to develop solutions for connecting hybrid/storage generator or complex connections and incorporate them into the Grid)

• Understand and apply power systems knowledge to network level load/generation/reactive power / short circuit level curtailments. Able assess risks on HV connections, projects execution and advise engineering teams for solutions.

• Coordinate with Commercial, Project Development and Grid managers for developing new capacities (example Analyzing heat maps, interpreting TNSP/AEMO statements in current affairs, yearly statements etc.)

Who we're looking for

Knowledge / Experience

• Degree or relevant qualification in Electrical Engineering

• Experience working as a design engineer/manager for a consultancy, TNSP in EHV systems or HV/LV systems will be given high weightage

• Working knowledge of MV/HV equipment including switchgear, transformers, protections, underground/OH lines and other MV/HV equipment.

• Extensive in field experience of MV/HV deployment and associated good practice installation of such equipment

• Familiarity with commissioning tests for renewable installations.

• Experience in power systems for renewable installations, including HV substations and control.

• Familiarity with PV industry and PV systems including inverters, transformers, cabling.

• Familiarity with electrical protections calculations and earthing design for MV and HV systems

• Familiarity with storage system technologies and strategies for renewable applications

Why you'll make a great member of the team

Personal/Work Skills/Education

• Degree or master's degree in electrical / power engineering

• 5+ years of experience in substations design industry

• Fluent English spoken and written, Current Australian driving licence, Additional languages is a plus.

• International working experience or in projects globally

• Strong interest in renewable energy

• Proactive and being able to priorities workload,

• Autonomous, adaptable and multi-skilled

• Forward thinking, a problem solver and solution provider;

• Able to promote a positive working culture within the team;

• Strong organizational and good communication skills both verbal and written.

Why you'll want to work with us

Our company is a place where you can be yourself and grow – a place where your ideas and opinions matter.
Be you:We pride ourselves on being an inclusive community, where every individual is valued and treated with respect.
Be responsible:Our culture is driven by our core values. From operating safely to ensuring our solar projects are responsible and promote biodiversity.
Be recognized:Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a variety of benefits including annual bonus, retention bank, health insurance, pension, and other local benefits.
Be inspired:Join an agile, international team working across 15 countries to power the future and positively impact people, communities, ecosystems and biodiversity across the world.
Our core values:Lightsource bp truly cares about creating a sustainable future through safe, responsible and meaningful low-carbon energy projects. Our core values of Safety, Integrity, Respect, Sustainability and Drive are the guiding principles for everything we do.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation related to LSbp's recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us to request accommodations.