CareerPlan

BESS Specialist HV

Melbourne, VictoriaFull-time2026-10-17 → 2026-11-11

Core

Technical lead for utility-scale battery energy storage systems (BESS) connected to the high voltage network, owning integration from concept design to commissioning.

Role type

Senior IC high voltage power systems engineer (BESS)

Builds

Utility-scale BESS projects connected to the MV collector system and HV substation

Domain

Renewable energy storage, high voltage power systems, grid integration

Required skills

HV/MV power systems design, lithium-ion BESS integration, grid-forming and grid-following control, power system studies (load flow, harmonics, fault ride-through), safety-in-design for thermal runaway and fire, tender evaluation, FAT and commissioning oversight

Preferred skills

CPEng/NER chartered status, RPEQ registration, experience with PSS®E and PSCAD modeling

Technologies

PSS®E, PSCAD, ETAP, PowerFactory

Responsibilities

Lead technical integration of battery enclosures and PCS units into balance-of-plant design; Define and verify collector system components including transformers and switchboards; Confirm equipment ratings against short-circuit and load flow studies; Drive battery yard layouts for maintenance and fire safety; Support NER connection process and GPS compliance; Coordinate power system studies with OEM models; Review design packages at 30%, 80%, and IFC stages; Oversee FAT, site testing, energisation, and commissioning

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC