Senior Project Engineer

4 weeks ago

City of Melbourne, Australia Michael Page Australia Full time

About Our Client

Our client is a leading renewable energy developer and operator with a growing portfolio of utility-scale solar, wind, and battery energy storage projects across Australia. They are known for their commitment to sustainability, innovation, and delivering high-quality engineering outcomes through collaborative project teams and strong stakeholder engagement.

Job Description

Project Engineering

- Lead technical design, specifications, and scope of work for renewable energy and storage projects.

- Review and optimise engineering designs to meet standards and commercial goals.

- Coordinate multi-disciplinary design activities and prepare RFQs.

- Support tendering processes, including technical and commercial assessments.

- Manage contractor selection and ensure compliance with procurement policies.

- Collaborate with stakeholders during design, construction, and commissioning phases.

- Support testing and commissioning to Australian and international standards.

Project Management

- Coordinate reporting between project teams and shareholders.

- Support construction engineering and ensure alignment with plans and specifications.

- Work with grid connection teams and network providers to develop connection scopes.

- Monitor and improve engineering design performance and reliability.

- Lead stakeholder meetings, design reviews, and risk assessments.

- Oversee delivery of utility-scale projects, managing subcontractors and consultants.

- Track project schedules and ensure timely delivery.

- Provide feedback on technical and schedule risks.

Stakeholder Management

- Engage with shareholders and internal teams to align processes and approvals.

- Maintain visibility of activities requiring stakeholder input.

- Build and maintain relationships with manufacturers, contractors, regulators, and consultants.

- Liaise with internal teams to ensure business needs are met throughout project phases.

Contractor Management

- Lead and coordinate engineering consultants and contractors.

- Manage feasibility, FEED, and specialist services.

- Ensure effective interface management for EPC/D&C contractors.

- Support commercial and project management of contractor services.

The Successful Applicant

Ideal Candidate

- Electrical Engineering degree with 10+ years industry experience, including 5+ years in Australian solar, wind, or BESS projects.

- Strong technical background in HV Balance of Plant design (primary, secondary, communications).

- Experience in both project development and delivery, with a focus on early-stage engineering.

- Proven ability to manage contractors, consultants, and stakeholders across complex utility-scale projects.

- Familiarity with Australian and international standards, and a track record of delivering projects on time and within budget.

- Mandarin language skills are a bonus.

What’s on Offer

- High-impact role in delivering utility-scale renewable energy and energy storage projects across Australia.

- Opportunity to work on solar, wind, and BESS projects from development through to commissioning.

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