Lead Electrical Engineer - Renewable Energy (Solar, Hydro & BESS)
A leading renewable energy developer is looking for an experienced Lead Electrical Engineer to act as the technical authority for electrical systems and grid integration across a portfolio of utility‑scale solar, hydro, and battery storage projects. This is a senior engineering role with responsibility across the full project lifecycle - from development through construction, commissioning, and operational handover - ensuring projects are technically robust, compliant, and optimised for long‑term performance.
Role Overview
The Lead Electrical Engineer will provide technical leadership and governance on all electrical aspects of renewable energy projects, including substations, MV/HV systems, protection, and grid connection. You will work closely with internal teams, external consultants, OEMs, and Owner's Engineers to ensure successful grid integration and operational readiness of new assets.
Key Responsibilities:
Technical Authority & Governance
- Act as the subject matter expert for electrical and grid integration across solar, hydro, and BESS projects
- Lead technical reviews of system designs, grid connection strategies, and electrical infrastructure
- Approve key design deliverables to ensure compliance with internal standards and grid codes
Design Oversight & Engineering Management
- Oversee design activities related to substations, protection systems, plant controls, and balance of plant infrastructure
- Manage and review work performed by external consultants and Owner's Engineers
- Evaluate technical submissions, deviations, and engineering documentation
Grid Integration & Commissioning
- Lead grid connection activities, including coordination with utilities and grid studies
- Oversee commissioning and energisation of projects, ensuring safe and compliant grid integration
- Support plant controller logic, protection coordination, and operational strategies
Procurement & Stakeholder Engagement
- Support technical procurement processes, including evaluation of electrical equipment and participation in FATs
- Manage relationships with OEMs, contractors, and technical partners
- Provide technical support to development, construction, and O&M teams
Operational Support & Continuous Improvement
- Support troubleshooting and root cause analysis of electrical and grid‑related issues
- Drive continuous improvement through lessons learned across projects
- Ensure alignment of systems with SCADA, monitoring, and operational requirements
Minimum Requirements:
- Degree in Electrical Engineering
- 7+ years' experience in power generation, renewable energy, or electrical infrastructure projects
- Strong experience with utility‑scale solar PV projects (hydro and BESS advantageous)
- Proven experience across multiple project lifecycle stages
Key Skills & Experience:
- Strong knowledge of:
- MV/HV systems, substations, and electrical infrastructure
- Grid integration and grid‑code compliance
- Protection systems and plant control systems (PPC, SCADA, EMS)
- Experience with commissioning, energisation, and utility interface management
- Ability to review single‑line diagrams (SLDs), grid studies, and electrical layouts
- Experience managing consultants, EPCs, and OEMs
- Strong technical risk assessment and problem‑solving capability
Lead Electrical Engineer - Renewable Energy (Solar, Hydro & BESS)
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