Solar Electrical Site Engineer - C&I

Responsibilities & Duties:
- Detailed design of commercial distributed grid-connected solar plants/renewables energy projects.

• Proven working experience in solar farms/plants or renewable energy projects of 5MW and above.
• BESS experience will be an added advantage.
• Design of PV system and related equipment, power system sizing inc. cable and protection equipment selection to relevant Australian and Network Operator or commercial standards.
• Knowledge of current electrical and CEC Australian standards will be an advantage.
• Be involved in the construction activities on-site inc. liaising with contractors, clients and project stakeholders when required. • Ensure compliance with the project deliverables.
• Engage in engineering projects, including concept, feasibility, design, construction support and commissioning related to the electrical discipline.
• Prepare electrical designs for LV and MV power systems including drawings (e.g. Single lines, Schematics, layout, GA, Cable Schedules) and electrical calculations (maximum demand, cable sizing, heat load).
• Develop engineering documents including design reports, scopes of works, equipment schedules, datasheets, drawing registers etc.
• Liaising with multidisciplinary internal/external project teams and coordinating drafting throughout the design process.
• Interfacing with clients and suppliers to ensure compliance against the relevant standard, project’s basis of design documents and functional specification.
• Coordinate with the project and site managers to ensure the proper and on-time completion of the projects.
• Assist with the tendering of projects including pricing and preliminary designs.
• Always maintain a strong safety awareness and culture.
• Ensure that work is done in compliance with internal quality standards and the quality systems.
• Lead the servicing and support department and always ensure 100% client satisfaction.
• Monitor Perdaman’s Client’s solar Infrastructure and ensure the systems run efficiently.
• Support the project delivery team on a day-to-day basis.

Requirements
Essential Experience:

• Minimum 8 to 10 years’ experience in in grid-connected solar plants/farms, renewable energy, or similar industries.
• You will also need to be an excellent communicator, both written and verbal, boast strong stakeholder management skills, and be a highly organised individual.
• Be willing to work on occasion some weekends and outside work hours to accommodate specific site and customer requirements.
• Commercial, Industrial and Utility renewable energy systems design and delivery experience.
• Experience with electrical systems including LV/MV distribution, protection systems, and grid connection works.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate engineering activities across multiple stakeholders and contractors.

Skills & Competencies:
- Strong understanding of electrical engineering principles and renewable energy systems.

• Knowledge of solar PV systems, grid connection requirements, and power infrastructure.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and engineering documentation.
• Software skills using AutoCAD, Helioscope and Near Maps.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• High level of organisation and attention to detail.

Qualifications, Certification, or License:

• Tertiary Qualification in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy, Solar Energy or relevant industry experience.
• Current and valid Australian driver’s license.