Own the engineering on utility-scale battery storage projects across Australia, from design through to commissioning and performance.Engineering ownership on turnkey BESS projectsNational role, based in Perth or MelbourneGlobal battery energy storage technology and integration businessIn short:A national project engineering role, based in Perth or Melbourne, with a global battery energy storage technology and integration business, owning engineering delivery on turnkey utility-scale BESS projects across the NEM and Western Australia and acting as the main technical contact for project owners, delivery partners, AEMO and network operators.
5+ years designing or commissioning power plants or substations, with hands-on MW-scale field experience, required.D'Arcy Weil is recruiting a Project Engineer, BESS on behalf of a global battery energy storage technology and integration business.
This is a national role that can be based in Perth or Melbourne, leading engineering and design delivery on turnkey utility-scale projects across Australia, including:Owning engineering deliverables, schedules and reporting, from BESS and power plant controller engineering to electrical, automation and civil design, noise assessment and battery equipment procurementManaging control system installation, supporting commissioning, and delivering controller training to stakeholdersMaking sure warranty and performance guarantee obligations are metEngaging with AEMO and network service providers on connection, registration and performance requirements,



under the National Electricity Rules in the NEM and the WEM Rules and Technical Rules in Western AustraliaActing as the technical point of contact for project owners, contractors and delivery partners, working closely with the global engineering teamThe work covers the whole engineering scope of a project, and suits an engineer who is equally comfortable on site and in a technical discussion with AEMO or a network operator.The RoleHold accountability for engineering contract deliverables, schedules and reporting across your projects, covering BESS and power plant controller engineering, electrical and automation design, civil design, noise assessment and battery equipment procurementManage control system installation and support commissioning, and train stakeholders on the BESS and power plant controllersMake sure warranty and performance guarantee obligations are metApply working knowledge of Australian electrical codes, the National Electricity Rules and Generator Performance Standards on NEM projects, and the WEM Rules and Technical Rules on Western Australian projectsEngage with AEMO, network service providers and other regulatory stakeholders through the project lifecycle, from connection and registration through to performance complianceAct as the main technical contact for project owners,



contractors and delivery partnersCoordinate with the global engineering team and technical specialistsAbout YouA master's degree in electrical engineering or a closely related discipline5+ years designing or commissioning power plants or substations, including hands-on field work on MW-scale assetsDirect experience dealing with AEMO and network operatorsA solid command of Australian electrical codes, the National Electricity Rules and Generator Performance Standards, with working knowledge of the WEM Rules and Technical Rules in Western AustraliaBackground in BESS, solar, wind, EPC or network businesses preferredComfortable with significant travel across Australia, with flexibility to work remotely within the regionWhat's on OfferA highly competitive base salary, reflecting a national remit and full project ownershipDelivery incentives tied to project milestones and performance outcomesFlexible hybrid and remote working, with a home office allowanceTravel support for national project workPaid parental leave, an employee assistance program and wellbeing supportFull engineering ownership of utility-scale BESS projects at the centre of the energy transitionCareer mobility across a global engineering network, with exposure to international projects and technical teamsStructured development, including support toward chartered engineer statusChoice of a Perth or Melbourne baseOnly candidates with current Australian working rights will be considered.
All applications and enquiries will be treated in strict confidence.
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📌 Project Engineer, Bess | Energy Storage | National Role, Perth Or Melbournebased (Melbourne)
🏢 D'Arcy Weil
📍 Melbourne