Power Generation Engineer – Wind

About the role

Aurecon is seeking a Power Generation Engineer with a focus on wind technology to join its Power Generation team in Brisbane. You will work closely with clients and multidisciplinary colleagues to deliver wind farm projects from concept through to commissioning, ensuring technical excellence and sustainability.

Key responsibilities

• Provide expert technical input across all project stages, from feasibility and design to construction and commissioning.
• Act as Owner’s Engineer technical lead, reviewing turbine supplier designs, balance‑of‑plant engineering and performance models.
• Develop and review technical specifications, tender evaluations, risk assessments and other key documentation.
• Collaborate with environment, planning and multidisciplinary teams on farm layouts, turbine siting, access roads and electrical infrastructure.
• Support clients through technical due diligence, design reviews, construction monitoring and commissioning verification.
• Stay current with evolving wind technologies, regulations and industry best practices.

Required profile

• 7–15 years of experience in a technical engineering role within wind or renewable energy.
• Strong understanding of wind turbine technology, electrical systems, grid connections and civil/structural interfaces.
• Demonstrated technical leadership in renewable‑energy projects.
• Knowledge of IEC and ISO standards and relevant health, safety and environmental regulations.

Required skills

• Wind turbine technology
• Electrical systems and grid connection design
• Civil/structural engineering interfaces
• IEC standards
• ISO standards
• Health, safety and environmental regulatory compliance