BESS Engineer

• Contribute to engineering design, planning, and delivery across a portfolio of innovative energy project
• Permanent Full Time | $149,387 base + 16.5% Super
• Enjoy a 9 day fortnight in support of work life balance
• Join us at our Haymarket, Sydney head office | Flexible hybrid work model

About Ausgrid – we're wired for good

We're the largest distributer of electricity
on Australia's east coast, which means over two million homes and businesses rely on our good work. We're here at the heart of the energy transition, and we're driven by a powerful purpose to make electricity accessible for all.

It's an exciting new chapter for our company
with each day bringing a renewed energy to how we deliver, store and use electricity. As we continue to grow, we're in search of exceptional talent to help us achieve our goals.

Everyone's job is important here. Our customers come from all walks of life, and so do we. We're committed to fostering a diverse, respectful, and inclusive workplace, and encourage applications from all backgrounds.

See yourself working here

As an
Engineer
supporting Ausgrid's grid-scale BESS portfolio, you'll play a key role in delivering safe, reliable, and sustainable energy solutions. You'll contribute to the planning, design, and delivery of complex engineering projects that integrate battery storage with Ausgrid's network infrastructure.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting engineering activities to optimise network performance and reliability.
• Contributing to the design and delivery of BESS-related infrastructure including HV connections, metering, and civil works.
• Undertaking engineering studies, risk assessments, and technical investigations.
• Preparing scopes, estimates, reports, and design packages for BESS projects.
• Managing project elements including procurement, contract administration, and stakeholder engagement.
• Collaborating with internal teams and external partners to ensure safe and efficient execution of work.
• Providing technical advice and mentoring across functions.
• Supporting innovation and continuous improvement in BESS design and delivery.

What you bring to the role

Our hiring decisions are not only based on your experience and skills, but your passion, attitude, and alignment to our core values.

To be successful, you will have the following skills & experience:

• Engineering degree in a relevant discipline and eligibility for Engineers Australia membership.
• Proven experience in engineering roles within electricity distribution or related industries.
• Strong understanding of HV infrastructure, network standards, and safe working practices.
• Experience in project delivery, stakeholder engagement, and technical problem solving.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in engineering software and systems, including CAD and MS Office.
• Class C driver's licence.

Desirable:

• Experience in grid-scale BESS projects or renewable energy infrastructure.
• Electrical Safety Rules accreditation.
• Experience in contract management and procurement.

Life at Ausgrid

At Ausgrid, we go beyond just a competitive salary to offer an exciting range of benefits. From salary sacrificing electric vehicles and novated leasing, to discounted corporate health insurance and access to Fitness Passport, our benefits support your work here, and your life out there.

Celebrate success every day with our employee recognition program to bring out each other's best. Looking to grow professionally? We've got you covered with study assistance, secondments, training and mentors, whose advice you'll keep wherever you go.

We're proud to offer gender-neutral parental leave to balance work when growing your family. And if you're caring for elderly parents, our aged care support services offer expert guidance to help you access care for your loved ones. At Ausgrid, it's all about supporting you in every aspect of life.

If you require support with your application/reasonable adjustments for the interview process, please reach out to our dedicated Talent Team

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Application close date: 13th October 2025
(please note, this date is subject to early closure)