Electrical Engineer, Solar & BESS

Aurecon • Full-time • Perth • 2w ago

At Aurecon, we see the future througha very differentlens. Do you?

Innovation, digitalengineeringand technical excellence are at the heart of everything we do. Are youenergisedby the renewableenergytransitionin WA and the NT—deliveringutility-scale solar and BESSprojects that strengthen Australia’s energy security anddecarbonisetheeconomy? We are.

What will you do?

We have an exciting opportunity for an Electrical Engineer – Solar & BESS to join our Energyand Power Generationteam in Perth.

In this role, you will support the design and delivery of MW-scale solar and battery energy storage (BESS) projects, including major solar developments in the tens to hundreds of megawatts.You’llwork across the full project lifecycle—concept, feasibility,designand construction support—bringing strong technical capability and a practical delivery mindset.

You will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams across the business (civil, structural, HV/substations, transmission, protection and control, grid connection, advisory and PM) and coordinate with distributed delivery teams asto achieve high-quality outcomes for our clients.There will also be an opportunity tocontribute to projects in theDefencesector, where security requirements apply. Critically, you will also get access to a network of engineers that have worked onmany of Australia’s flagshiprenewableenergyand storageprojects.

Here are the key things you will need to ‘bring ideas tolife’:

Demonstrated experience in electrical design for utility-scale solar and/or BESS, with proven delivery on MW-scale projects.

Strong understanding of solar/BESS electrical systems and interfaces, such as (as relevant to your experience):

inverter-based generation and grid-forming / grid-following considerations

DC collection systems, string/central inverterconfigurationsand inverter stations

MV reticulation, switchgear, transformers,earthingand lightning protection

BESS architecture (PCS, battery racks/containers, HV/MV integration, auxiliaries)

protection,controland metering interfaces, including integration with substations and grid connection requirements

Experience producing high-quality deliverables: single line diagrams, equipment specifications, calculations, technical reports, designpackagesand review documentation.

Ability to work effectively in integrated teams across the business and coordinate with offshore/distributed delivery teams whilemaintainingquality andprogrammealignment.

Strong communicationskills and confidenceengagingwith clients, OEMs, contractors,NSPsand internal stakeholders.

A collaborative mindset with a focus on safety, constructability, and delivering to scope,budgetand schedule.

Degree qualifications in Electrical Engineering (working towardChartered status will behighly regarded).

This rolemaywork onDefence-related projects.Forthis candidatesmust be Australian or New Zealand citizento meet baseline clearance eligibility requirements (and be willing to undergo relevant screening/clearance processes).

We know today’s complex challenges can only be solved by bringing together diverse teams from across our business.You’llhave opportunities to work on renewable energy programs across WA andnationally—helpingdeliverinfrastructure that accelerates the energy transition and supports resilient communities.

Thinkyou know Aurecon? You may be surprised.

Aurecon’s strength has always been our people.It’sour people who build our shared purpose and bring ideas to life.It’sour people who imagine and co-create with our clients a better future for people and the planet.

Youprobably knowmany of our award-winning projects already. The new Allianz Stadium in Sydney? That was us.TāmakiRegeneration in Auckland?Alsous. And major energy programs across the region?Yes—ustoo.

When you join us,you’renot only joining a global design,engineeringand advisoryfirm—you’rejoining a community working together to solve some of the world’s most complex challenges.

Ready to bring ideas to life?

Then pleaseapply. Remember,it’syou—yourthinking, your technicalexpertiseand how you bring ideas to life—that matters. Your background,individualityand unique needs will be valued.

Visit our website to learn more at aurecongroup.com or apply directly!