Senior Project Engineer
job description
Join the change. Together, we'll make history.
As we keep the lights on for over four million customers and move towards a more sustainable way of life, it's an exciting time to be at AGL. We're re-imagining how homes and business live and work across the country and we want you to be a part of it. This moment will define our time, and your career as you work alongside Australia's best and brightest minds. You'll grow and learn in a collaborative, safe and supportive environment and play your part in changing the course of tomorrow.
Everyone at AGL is an important part of building a better energy future and we want you to join in.
As a Senior Project Engineer in the Energy Solutions team, you'll be at the forefront of this renewable energy revolution, leading the design and technical sign-off for large and complex hybrid energy system projects for our commercial and industrial customers that harness the power of the sun and sustainable technologies. Leading and inspiring teams to problem solve and engineer best design, new innovation and continual improvement, you'll be driving projects that reduce carbon footprints and create a more sustainable world.
At AGL Energy Solutions, we're not just changing the game;
we're changing the planet for the better, one project at a time!
What you'll be doing:
Developing and managing safe designs for Energy Solutions hybrid energy systems (HES) projects (inc. Solar PV, Energy Storage systems and microgrids) to comply with relevant industry and WHS standards, and meeting deadlines required for project execution from inception to installation and commissioning.
Developing scope of works, engaging and coordinating with external multi-disciplinary engineering consultants to deliver on all required engineering design deliverables to meet project scope.
Engaging with suppliers and undertaking tender processes for procurement of major materials and components on projects.
Assisting the Project Delivery Team to resolve technical issues encountered during the installation and adjust designs and drawings as needed and communicating with Project Team, Installers and Customers as required.
Maintaining dates for Scheduled and Actual Delivery Dates for Engineering related project steps including drawings development, Bill of material, embedded generation application and quality assurance and Conduct Project Sign-Off and Safety Walks to ensure safe and quality installations as part of the Project Delivery Team.
Working cross-functionally with Sales, Delivery and Engineering through the bid management/contract execution process,
What you'll bring:
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and either Chartered or working towards Chartership with Engineers Australia (or equivalent in other countries), coupled with PV Design Accreditation, Stand Alone Power Systems Design Accreditation.
Experience in design and construction of ground mount solar PV systems greater than 3MW with high voltage connections as well as microgrid systems, including integration into existing distributed energy resources.
Experience working in cross disciplinary delivery teams, taking the lead engineering role and demonstrating commitment to a culture of health and safety.
Knowledge and experience with relevant design and engineering software (AutoCad, PowerCad, PVSyst).
Well-developed, detail orientated organization skills and good interpersonal and written / verbal communication skills.
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Inclusion at AGL
At AGL, we value diversity and welcome applicants from various backgrounds, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals with disabilities, culturally diverse individuals, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. AGL is dedicated to maintaining a diverse workforce and encourages applicants to share their lived experiences.
We offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and respect the privacy of those who choose not to disclose. To learn more visit:
AGL is a Circle Back Initiative employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.
Location:
Sydney NSW 2000
Join the change. Together, we'll make history.
As we keep the lights on for over four million customers and move towards a more sustainable way of life, it's an exciting time to be at AGL. We're re-imagining how homes and business live and work across the country and we want you to be a part of it. This moment will define our time, and your career as you work alongside Australia's best and brightest minds. You'll grow and learn in a collaborative, safe and supportive environment and play your part in changing the course of tomorrow.
Everyone at AGL is an important part of building a better energy future and we want you to join in.
As a Senior Project Engineer in the Energy Solutions team, you'll be at the forefront of this renewable energy revolution, leading the design and technical sign-off for large and complex hybrid energy system projects for our commercial and industrial customers that harness the power of the sun and sustainable technologies. Leading and inspiring teams to problem solve and engineer best design, new innovation and continual improvement, you'll be driving projects that reduce carbon footprints and create a more sustainable world.
At AGL Energy Solutions, we're not just changing the game;
we're changing the planet for the better, one project at a time!
What you'll be doing:
Developing and managing safe designs for Energy Solutions hybrid energy systems (HES) projects (inc. Solar PV, Energy Storage systems and microgrids) to comply with relevant industry and WHS standards, and meeting deadlines required for project execution from inception to installation and commissioning.
Developing scope of works, engaging and coordinating with external multi-disciplinary engineering consultants to deliver on all required engineering design deliverables to meet project scope.
Engaging with suppliers and undertaking tender processes for procurement of major materials and components on projects.
Assisting the Project Delivery Team to resolve technical issues encountered during the installation and adjust designs and drawings as needed and communicating with Project Team, Installers and Customers as required.
Maintaining dates for Scheduled and Actual Delivery Dates for Engineering related project steps including drawings development, Bill of material, embedded generation application and quality assurance and Conduct Project Sign-Off and Safety Walks to ensure safe and quality installations as part of the Project Delivery Team.
Working cross-functionally with Sales, Delivery and Engineering through the bid management/contract execution process,
What you'll bring:
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and either Chartered or working towards Chartership with Engineers Australia (or equivalent in other countries), coupled with PV Design Accreditation, Stand Alone Power Systems Design Accreditation.
Experience in design and construction of ground mount solar PV systems greater than 3MW with high voltage connections as well as microgrid systems, including integration into existing distributed energy resources.
Experience working in cross disciplinary delivery teams, taking the lead engineering role and demonstrating commitment to a culture of health and safety.
Knowledge and experience with relevant design and engineering software (AutoCad, PowerCad, PVSyst).
Well-developed, detail orientated organization skills and good interpersonal and written / verbal communication skills.
,
Inclusion at AGL
At AGL, we value diversity and welcome applicants from various backgrounds, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals with disabilities, culturally diverse individuals, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. AGL is dedicated to maintaining a diverse workforce and encourages applicants to share their lived experiences.
We offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and respect the privacy of those who choose not to disclose. To learn more visit:
AGL is a Circle Back Initiative employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.
Location:
Sydney NSW 2000
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Engineering About Us
We are Australia's largest energy generator &
leading energy retailer.
AGL is an ASX-listed leading integrated essential service provider, with a proud 186-year history of innovation and a passionate belief in progress - human and technological.
From lighting the first gas streetlamp in Sydney in 1841 to helping shape a sustainable energy future for Australia, we have a track record of leading change.
We deliver 4.3 million gas, electricity, and telecommunications services to our residential, small and large business, and wholesale customers across Australia.
We operate Australia's largest electricity generation portfolio, with an operated generation capacity of under 9,000 MW, which accounts for approximately 20% of the total generation capacity within Australia's National Electricity Market.
AGL has the largest renewables and storage portfolio of any ASX-listed company, having invested $4.8 billion over the past two decades in renewable and firming generation.