Job Description

Project Engineer – Energy StorageSystems (BESS)

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Role: Project Engineer for Utility Scale Battery Energy Storage System projects

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Location: Australia – preferably based in Sydney, Melbourne, or Adelaide (hybrid or remote)

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Reports to: Project Manager, Utility-Scale Energy Storage

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Role Overview

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Trina Energy Storage is seeking one highly motivated and technically skilled Project Engineer to support the delivery of utility-scale battery energy storage system (BESS) projects across Australia. These roles will provide critical engineering support throughout the lifecycle of BESS projects—from design and procurement, to construction, commissioning, and handover.

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As a key interface between Trina's local project team, customers, subcontractors, and our global product and R&D; teams, the Project Engineer must possess a solid technical background in battery storage systems and robust bilingual (English and Mandarin) communication skills to support project coordination and technical resolution.

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Key Responsibilities

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Technical Leadership & Design Coordination

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- Support technical evaluation of BESS components including battery systems, PCS/inverters, transformers, switchgear, EMS/PMS, and associated auxiliary equipment.
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- Interpret and review SLDs, layout drawings, interface diagrams, protection settings, and control schematics.
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- Collaborate with global R&D; and product teams to address system architecture, equipment configurations, and firmware/hardware integration.
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- Depending on background, the Project Engineer may take a lead role in coordinating PPC/EMS/BESS SCADA integration or supporting grid compliance testing and stakeholder engagement during the generator registration process.
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Project Execution Support

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- Assist in managing technical deliverables and milestones throughout project delivery.
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- Coordinate with EPC contractors and site teams during installation, testing, and commissioning phases.
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- Coordinate with control system vendors and internal firmware teams on testing of PPC/EMS communication protocols (e.g., Modbus TCP/IP, IEC 61850, DNP3).
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- Participate in the review and preparation of documentation for AEMO hold point testing, performance guarantees, and compliance to NER, AS3000, and relevant Australian standards
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- Provide technical support during R1/R2 hold point testing, especially for control system behavior (e.g., AGC tracking, frequency response, voltage control).
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Interface & Communication

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- Act as a key communication bridge between the local project stakeholders (EPC, consultants, customers) and Trina's overseas technical teams.
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- Attend project meetings, track actions, and ensure timely closure of technical issues and document submissions.
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- Ensure alignment between site execution and product capabilities through proactive coordination and stakeholder management.
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Documentation & Quality Control

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- Maintain project document logs including RFIs, NCRs, submittals, and engineering reports.
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- Support quality inspections and FAT/SAT planning where required.
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- Monitor design and site progress to identify risks, bottlenecks, and opportunities for design improvements.
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Qualifications and Skills

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- Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, Renewable Energy, or related discipline.
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- Minimum 1–3 years of engineering or site support experience in renewable energy projects, preferably involving battery energy storage, solar PV, wind farm, or grid integration systems.
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- Strong understanding of: Battery energy storage system architecture, Inverter and PCS integration
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- Experience in any of the following areas is highly regarded: Plant Power Controller (PPC) functional design or integration, Energy Management System (EMS) architecture and logic implementation, Grid connection process, including GPS preparation, R1/R2 hold point testing, and AEMO/NSP coordination
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- Familiarity with tools such as: Microsoft Project or Primavera P6 for schedule tracking, Bluebeam or Adobe Acrobat Pro for markups and drawing reviews, SharePoint / Teams / Confluence for collaborative project documentation.
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- Hands-on experience with testing/commissioning procedures, especially R1/R2 hold point testing or grid compliance reporting is highly valued.
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- Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
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- Fluency in English is essential. Mandarin language skills are highly regarded, especially for coordinating with Trina's global R&D; and engineering teams, but not mandatory.
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- Ability to travel to Australian project sites as needed.
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What We Offer

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- A fast-growing global energy storage team at the forefront of renewable transformation.
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- Participation in landmark BESS projects across Australia.
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- Cross-functional and international collaboration with world-class product development teams.
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- Competitive remuneration and long-term career development in a top-tier renewable energy brand.
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📌 Project Engineer (BESS) (Victoria)
🏢 Trinasolar
📍 Victoria