CoMade is a strategic partner specializing in mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation solutions within the infrastructure, energy, resources, and mining industries. As a project-delivery partner, their focus is on the pre-commissioning to operations phases of a project, offering rapid mobilization of specialist resources to deliver smart solutions for an efficient and effective start-up.
CoMade's vision is to become the foremost project delivery partner recognised for best-in-industry solutions. Strong culture and core values are what separate CoMade from the competition. They believe in building and setting a reputable culture, recognising, and rewarding their people who represent those core values either onsite, with clients, or in the local communities.
About this role
We're looking for a
BESS Specialist
to be the technical lead on a utility-scale battery energy storage system connected to the high voltage network. In this role you'll own the integration of battery and power conversion equipment with the MV collector system, HV substation and grid connection, from concept design right through to commissioning and handover. You'll be the key link between the battery/PCS OEM, our primary and secondary design teams, the network service provider and the construction team. Some of your key accountabilities will include:
Lead the technical integration of OEM battery enclosures and PCS/inverter units into the balance-of-plant design
Define and verify the collector system: main power transformer, 33 kV switchboards, RMUs, step-up transformers and LV connections to the PCS
Confirm equipment ratings against short-circuit, load flow and cable/transformer loading studies, including PCS fault contribution during fault ride-through
Drive battery yard layouts for maintenance access, fire separation, crane corridors and AS **** clearances
Support the NER connection process, including Generator Performance Standards and grid-forming capability




Coordinate power system studies (load flow, harmonics, reactive capability, dynamic performance) with OEM-supplied PSS®E and PSCAD models
Lead safety-in-design for BESS hazards such as thermal runaway, LV arc flash, transformer failure and fire spread
Review design packages at 30%, 80% and IFC, and support procurement with specifications, tender evaluations and vendor document reviews
Oversee FAT, site testing, energisation, commissioning and R2/hold-point testing with the network service provider
How you can support CoMade
Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical or Power Systems)
CPEng / NER chartered, or eligible, plus RPEQ or state registration where required
Min 8+ years in HV power engineering, including 3+ years on utility-scale BESS, solar or wind connections in the NEM or equivalent markets
At least one grid-connected BESS taken through design, commissioning and GPS compliance
Experience working with battery OEMs and network service providers
Solid knowledge of lithium‐ion BESS, PCS/inverter control (grid‐following and grid‐forming), and HV/MV systems from 480 V to 66 kV and above
Working knowledge of AS ****, AS/NZS ****, AS/NZS ****, AS ****, AS ****/IEC ***** and the National Electricity Rules
Ability to interpret and review studies in ETAP, PowerFactory, PSS®E or PSCAD
Be part of a growing business where your work directly impacts success
Close‐knit, collaborative team environment where your input is valued
Exposure to high‐profile, technically complex projects
Mentorship from experienced leaders in your field
Competitive salary aligned with market demand and experience
Flexible working arrangements
Opportunities to shape processes, systems, or team growth
Barista style coffee and fresh fruit always within reach
Offices within 1 minute of public transport
At CoMade, we value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all suitably qualified individuals. All applicants must have full working rights in Australia.
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