Lead Electrical Engineer - Octopus Australia
Core
Lead electrical engineering for utility-scale renewable energy projects (solar PV, wind, BESS) from pre-acquisition due diligence through to operations, managing scope, budget, schedule, and quality.
Role type
Senior Lead Electrical Engineer (Project Lifecycle)
Builds
Utility-scale solar, wind, and battery energy storage projects
Domain
Renewable Energy / Power Systems
Required skills
MV/HV power systems knowledge, project lifecycle management, contractor management, technical documentation review, power systems software (DIgSILENT), Australian engineering standards, stakeholder management
Preferred skills
Chartered status, RPEQ/NER/state registration, experience with hybrid solar/BESS projects, complex generation performance standards
Technologies
DIgSILENT PowerFactory
Responsibilities
Manage electrical scope from pre-acquisition to operations; provide technical leadership and mentoring; prepare/review concept designs and technical specifications; manage OEM and contractor performance; coordinate design reviews and site inspections; resolve electrical punch list issues post-COD.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities
