Job Description
Green Grid Connect (GGC) is a part of the Gransolar Group, a globally recognised leader in solar photovoltaic energy and battery storage systems, with over 20 years of experience. At GGC, we specialise in delivering cutting-edge solutions across the renewable energy value chain; from integrating electrical and civil engineering, to the development, construction and commissioning of renewable projects.
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With a landmark wind project recently awarded and multiple BESS projects moving into delivery, there has never been a more exciting time to join Green Grid Connect. We are in a period of significant growth, creating exceptional opportunities for engineers to take on challenging, high-profile projects, expand their technical expertise, and build a career with a company shaping Australia's energy future.
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THE ROLE
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GGC is seeking an experienced Principal Electrical Engineer with a passion for protection systems to provide technical leadership across our HV engineering portfolio. This pivotal role will be responsible for guiding engineering decision-making, leading design for substations up to 500kV, and shaping the engineering frameworks, tools and processes that support both project delivery and business growth.
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Working closely with our clients, project teams and internal stakeholders, you will develop innovative, fit-for-purpose solutions that balance technical excellence, commercial outcomes and project requirements. As a recognised technical authority within the business, you will mentor engineers,



influence key design decisions and help drive the successful delivery of complex HV infrastructure projects across the energy sector.
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Key Responsibilities
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Lead technical and engineering decision-making for HV primary and secondary systems, protection and substation design projects up to 500kV.
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Partner with clients and pre-contract teams to develop practical, fully scoped and commercially competitive project solutions.
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Provide technical leadership and oversight across multi-disciplinary electrical infrastructure projects from concept through to delivery.
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Oversee design activities, engineering studies and technical outputs to ensure solutions are safe, compliant, fit-for-purpose and cost-effective.
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Support project delivery teams by proactively managing technical risks, resolving design challenges and ensuring project objectives are achieved.
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Develop and continuously improve engineering tools, design standards, templates, frameworks and best practices across the business.
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Mentor and support internal and external engineering teams while fostering a strong safety, quality and customer-focused culture.
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Requirements
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Degree-qualified Electrical Engineer.
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RPEQ registration, or CPEng with eligibility to obtain RPEQ.
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Strong expertise in protection design,



secondary systems and substation engineering.
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Proven experience with power system studies, network connection solutions and engineering assessments.
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Strong understanding of project delivery, constructability and cost-effective design.
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Ability to build trusted client relationships and influence key stakeholders.
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Experience leading and mentoring multidisciplinary engineering teams.
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Excellent communication skills and a collaborative leadership style.
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Commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement.
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Why Join Green Grid Connect?
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As a growing energy infrastructure business at the forefront of Australia's renewable energy transition, Green Grid Connect offers the opportunity to make a genuine impact while building a rewarding long‐term career. Backed by the well‐established Gransolar Group, we combine the agility of a growing business with the financial strength and stability to support sustained growth and project delivery.
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Up-to-date Brisbane CBD office – flexible, supportive team environment.
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Strong pipeline of large‐scale energy projects across Australia.
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Global backing, local impact, and the freedom to make your mark.
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Work with genuinely talented engineers who are passionate about what they do.
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Competitive salary and bonus structure.
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Strong career growth opportunities as the business continues to expand.
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Less red tape, more ownership. You'll have a genuine opportunity to influence how we work and help build the business for the future.
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📌 Principal Electrical Engineer (Queensland)
🏢 Green Grid Connect (GGC)
📍 Queensland