Site Engineer, Electrical - BESS Project

About the role

ACCIONA is recruiting a Site Engineer, Electrical for the Tangkam Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project, located about 30 km northwest of Toowoomba, Queensland. The 100MW, 2-hour (200MWh) facility connects to the grid via an existing Powerlink substation and stores surplus daytime energy for evening peak demand. You will manage on-site electrical works so they stay on track for time, budget and quality, supervise installations, coordinate subcontractors and suppliers, and inspect sites.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and review methods, drawings and sketches that turn designs into efficient, buildable sequences, including crane lifting plans and temporary works.
• Apply approved lifting plans and work methods on site, checking temporary works against ground conditions and load requirements.
• Analyse procurement, delivery and site constraints, and track design packages across projects and sub-projects.
• Prepare proposals with accurate cost and resource estimates, set performance measures, define reporting and communication, and manage change.
• Identify and evaluate project and safety risks, develop mitigations and implement safe work practices.
• Keep project documentation current, resolve technical issues and apply specialist construction knowledge such as high-rise and tunnelling.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or similar.
• Demonstrated experience designing and documenting electrical systems for infrastructure, industrial or utilities projects.
• Sound understanding of electrical principles, safety requirements and applicable standards (e.g. AS/NZS 3000, AS 2067, IEC).
• Ability to pass a National Crime Check and pre-employment medical.

Required skills

• Proficiency in design and CAD tools such as AutoCAD, PowerCAD, Elecdes or Revit.
• Knowledge of electrical standards and safe work practices.

What we offer

• Project allowance, accommodation and meals included.
• Discretionary bonus scheme, salary packaging and novated leases.
• Life and health insurance discounts, employee stock purchase plans.
• Competitive paid parental leave and paid reservist leave.