Design Manager

Design Manager – Renewable Energy

• Sydney, NSW
• $200-220kk + super
• 10% bonus
• Project bonus on top

About the Role
 
An exciting opportunity for an experienced Design Manager to join a growing renewable energy business, working across utility-scale Solar PV, BESS and hybrid projects.
 
You will lead and coordinate design development from early-stage concept through to construction, working closely with development, engineering, procurement, consultants, contractors and network stakeholders.
 
Key Responsibilities  

• Lead design development across Solar PV, BESS and hybrid projects.
• Develop and optimise conceptual designs around site constraints, CAPEX, OPEX, reliability and performance.
• Manage external design consultants and review their technical outputs.
• Coordinate engineering disciplines and key project interfaces.
• Work with procurement and engineering teams on equipment selection and design requirements.
• Manage TNSP design interfaces and identify potential project risks early.
• Review contractor designs to ensure alignment with project requirements.
• Develop standardised design approaches to improve efficiency and reduce costs.

About You

• Relevant tertiary qualification in engineering or a related discipline.
• Strong experience in renewable energy design, ideally across Solar PV and BESS.
• Strong understanding of Australian electrical design practices.
• Experience coordinating multiple engineering disciplines and external consultants.
• Ability to review and challenge designs from a whole-of-project perspective.
• Strong understanding of project schedules, risk and commercial considerations.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Highly organised, proactive and solutions-focused.
• Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced environment.

What's on Offer

• Sydney-based opportunity.
• Work across a diverse portfolio of Solar, BESS and hybrid projects.
• Significant exposure across development, design and delivery.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to make a genuine impact within Australia's renewable energy sector.

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