Project Engineer, Renewables Energy | Grid-Link | Hazelwood
Grid-Link is a niche engineering consultancy delivering end-to-end solutions to connect energy assets into the grid. We're looking for a Project Engineer to help us deliver complex renewable energy and power infrastructure projects across BESS, solar farms, substations and grid connection assets.
About the opportunity
You'll blend project engineering, technical coordination and stakeholder management to keep projects moving safely and to a high standard. Where a client project calls for full-time site presence, you may also step into an On-Site Representative (OSR) / Field Engineer role focused on contractor oversight and quality surveillance, backed by Grid-Link SMEs. The first OSR posting is on site at Hazelwood, VIC. The broader role can be based in Melbourne or Brisbane, with occasional travel.
What you'll be doing
Support the planning, coordination and delivery of renewable energy projects
Review engineering designs, technical reports and documentation
Coordinate between clients, consultants, contractors and internal teams
Assist with technical due diligence, risk assessments and design reviews
Support construction, commissioning and energisation activities
Provide site quality control and contractor oversight when acting as OSR
What you'll bring
Essential:
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related discipline
Experience in project engineering or engineering consulting
Understanding of utility-scale renewables, BESS, solar farms and HV substation infrastructure
Familiarity with transmission, grid connection, and protection, control and SCADA systems
Understanding of Australian electricity network standards and regulations
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Valued:
Engineers Australia membership and CPEng, or working towards it
Project management qualifications
Hands-on experience on utility-scale renewable projects
Understanding of AEMO and network service provider requirements
Why Grid-Link
We work on some of the most technically demanding energy projects in the country, the kind of work that moves the needle on Australia's energy transition. You'll get real variety, strong technical mentorship, and the chance to grow across the full project lifecycle.
A full position description is available upon request.
