Lead Engineer - Energy Systems & Project Development
A growing infrastructure-focused organisation is seeking a Lead Engineer to drive the technical development and delivery of complex power projects.
This role is suited to an engineer who enjoys operating across the full project lifecycle - from early-stage evaluation through to construction and operational optimisation.
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The Opportunity
You'll act as a key technical reference across multiple projects, ensuring that engineering decisions are robust, practical, and aligned with long-term performance objectives.
The role combines technical leadership, project involvement, and continuous improvement, with exposure to both new developments and existing operational assets.
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What You'll Be Doing
* Provide technical oversight across project development, delivery, and commissioning
* Evaluate new opportunities, including site feasibility and technical viability
* Support procurement strategies and engage with suppliers and contractors
* Review designs, specifications, and technical documentation
* Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful implementation
* Support site teams during construction and operational phases
* Drive quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives
* Contribute to performance optimisation and troubleshooting activities
* Lead upgrade or enhancement projects across existing assets
* Stay informed on evolving technologies and engineering practices
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What We're Looking For
* Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, or related discipline)
* Experience in power systems, infrastructure, or energy-related projects
* Proven involvement across full project lifecycle (development to delivery)
* Strong understanding of design, construction, and operational interfaces
* Experience working with contractors, suppliers, and technical stakeholders
* Ability to make independent technical decisions
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Key Competencies
* Strong technical leadership and problem-solving capability
* Project coordination and delivery mindset
* Commercial awareness and understanding of project drivers
* Clear communication and stakeholder engagement skills
* Structured, analytical, and solutions-oriented
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Personal Profile
* Proactive and hands-on
* Comfortable working across multiple projects
* Detail-oriented with strong ownership mindset
* Collaborative and adaptable
A growing infrastructure-focused organisation is seeking a Lead Engineer to drive the technical development and delivery of complex power projects.
This role is suited to an engineer who enjoys operating across the full project lifecycle - from early-stage evaluation through to construction and operational optimisation.
The Opportunity
You'll act as a key technical reference across multiple projects, ensuring that engineering decisions are robust, practical, and aligned with long-term performance objectives.
The role combines technical leadership, project involvement, and continuous improvement, with exposure to both new developments and existing operational assets.
What You'll Be Doing
Provide technical oversight across project development, delivery, and commissioning
Evaluate new opportunities, including site feasibility and technical viability
Support procurement strategies and engage with suppliers and contractors
Review designs, specifications, and technical documentation
Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful implementation
Support site teams during construction and operational phases
Drive quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives
Contribute to performance optimisation and troubleshooting activities
Lead upgrade or enhancement projects across existing assets
Stay informed on evolving technologies and engineering practices
What We're Looking For
Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, or related discipline)
Experience in power systems, infrastructure, or energy-related projects
Proven involvement across full project lifecycle (development to delivery)
Strong understanding of design, construction, and operational interfaces
Experience working with contractors, suppliers, and technical stakeholders
Ability to make independent technical decisions
Key Competencies
Strong technical leadership and problem-solving capability
Project coordination and delivery mindset
Commercial awareness and understanding of project drivers
Clear communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Structured, analytical, and solutions-oriented
Personal Profile
Proactive and hands-on
Comfortable working across multiple projects
Detail-oriented with strong ownership mindset
Collaborative and adaptable
Lead Engineer - Energy Systems & Project Development
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