Manager - BESS / Utilities

BESS:

The Big Picture

The Lead/Senior Engineer BESS & Solar PV will spearhead and establish our Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) division and play a strategic role in defining technical frameworks, guiding project execution, and nurturing a high-performing team of engineers. This position is ideal for professionals with strong experience in renewable energy project delivery in the Australian market, including a sound understanding of local standards and grid connection frameworks.

What you can expect as Lead/Senior Engineer BESS & Solar PV at Illumine-i:

• Youll lead the engineering design and delivery of utility-scale and C&I Solar and BESS projects
• Youll ensure all designs comply with Australian Standards, grid codes, and local regulatory requirements
• Youll coordinate with internal teams, EPCs, consultants, and utilities to ensure seamless execution
• Youll oversee preparation of single-line diagrams (SLDs), layouts, protection studies, and connection documentation
• Youll support project development, permitting, and due diligence processes
• Youll provide technical leadership during project execution, commissioning, and handover
• Youll stay up-to-date with evolving industry standards, AEMO/DNSP requirements, and best practices in clean energy engineering

Essential Qualifications include:

• 8+ years of hands-on experience in Solar PV + BESS engineering (preferably in Australia)
• Deep knowledge of Australian Standards: AS/NZS 3000, AS/NZS 5139, AS 4777, AS 2067, etc.
• Proven experience in power system design, energy storage integration, and grid connection
• Familiarity with AEMO, DNSP processes, and grid application procedures
• Proficient in tools like AutoCAD, PowerFactory, ETAP, PVsyst, or similar
• Bachelors degree in Electrical/Power Systems Engineering or related field
• CPEng or RPEQ accreditation (or in progress) is desirable
• Excellent communication and cross-functional coordination skills

Great to have:

• Experience with Australian BESS projects.
• Background in financial modeling of BESS ROI, LCOE, and CapEx/OpEx optimization.

Utilities:

The Big Picture

The Electrical Engineer - Utility scale projects will own and drive the end-to-end designs for utility scale solar/BESS projects (20MW+), while also collaborating closely with cross functional teams to ensure on time delivery of high quality, fully compliant and comprehensive project solutions.

What can you expect as Electrical Engineer?

• You'll own the designing of utility solar PV systems and delivering complete design packages.
• You'll review requirements and select and/or recommend specifications of major components.
• You'll closely collaborate with the project managers, enabling them to effectively communicate with our customers, utility companies/contractors, administrative/government agencies etc.
• You'll assist with responding to RFPs, conduct feasibility studies as needed.
• You'll be innovative and proactive in providing solutions/solution approaches.
• You'll perform other duties and special projects as assigned, while working with other teams to ensure clients needs and internal deadlines are met.

Essential Qualifications include:

• Bachelors/Master's degree in electrical engineering
• 8+ years of experience in designing utility scale PV/BESS projects (20MW or higher).
• Experience with yield estimation, creating layouts, SLDs and electrical calculations.
• Experience/familiarity with load flow, short circuit, arc flash & interconnections studies.
• Proficiency in creating site layouts, electrical system design, yield estimation etc.
• Knowledge of IEEE, IS, IEC, NEC and other standards for design of solar PV systems as well as with regulatory approvals and associated processes.
• Expertise in technical aspects of Solar Modules, Inverters, mounting systems & BoS.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision and resolve issues independently based on project/company standards.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven record of good judgment and analytical skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate with engineering, construction, and customer facing teams.

Great to have:

• Experience in working with AutoCAD, PVsyst etc.
• Prior experience with ETAP, PSCAD is an added advantage.
• Experience with executing utility scale projects in North America.