Date Posted

Job Reference ID

16479

Location

Sydney

General Job Description

The Company

With over 224 Gigawatts deployed globally, our client is a world’s leading PV inverter manufacturer, with 20+ subsidiaries worldwide. A global leader in technology, research and development specializing in PV Inverter System Solution & Energy Storage equipment for Residential, Commercial & Utility-scale applications, our clients have a 25-year track record of growth and success.

The Opportunity

An excellent chance to join a top solar solutions supplier, whose ambition is to become the number one supplier in the Australian market across all segments, from residential, commercial to utility-scale. Entirely office-based position in Sydney. 

As part of this Power Systems & Grid Connection Engineer role you will be supporting the project lifecycle and be instrumental in grid compliance, asset modelling and commissioning compliance study supports.

Role & Responsibilities

Working closely with HQ product, R&D and modelling team to gain a solid understanding on hardware, software, RMS and EMT models of the company's products, you will support the commercial team on bidding processes by preparing model packages, as well as supporting the clients on modelling enquiries and troubleshoot model issues.

• Support commercial team on relevant document review, particularly in relation to Generator Performance Standards (GPS), R1, R2, etc.
• Work closely with HQ team to close clients’ issue trackers in a timely manner and to ensure the best technical outcomes for the projects.
• Participate in R2 model validation site testing and hold point test report preparation.
• Follow up on applicable technical rules, specifically NER and prepare & review technical notes or technical reports.
• Proactively stay up to date with all the latest technologies concerning the company's products and the underlying technologies.
• Assist in market analyses, including customer’s requirements and feedback, market trend, etc.
• Participate in reviewing & negotiating connection agreements, meetings of clients with regulators & market operators (AEMO) and network service providers, while providing support for clients where needed. 

Selection Criteria

An an experienced Power Systems and Grid Connection Engineer, the successful candidate will have demonstrated background in utility-scale Solar & BESS coupled with excellent verbal and written English communication skills. Chinese communications skills will be a bonus. 

• Bachelor or master's degree in Power Electronics or Power System Engineering
• Minimum 3-5 years industry experience and good understanding of technical requirements (eg: NER schedule S5.2, S5.3).
• Solid knowledge of power systems, power electronics, and control principles.
• Proficient in PSCAD, PSS/E, Python, MATLAB and DIgSILENT/Power Factory.
• Previously demonstrated experience in Power Systems Engineering and experience working and liaising with AEMO, NSPs.

If you are someone who is interested in taking up a challenging role in a diverse Renewable Energy environment, please reach out to find out more. 

Apply

Apply now through the apply button or get in touch with Andreea Olariu at 0406 943 268 or andreea@anavo.com for a confidential conversation. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Anavo welcomes, values and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Islander people, women, the LGBTI+ community, mature workers, people with different cultural backgrounds and disabilities.

Key Facts

• Great opportunity to support the project lifecycle of Utility Solar PV Systems
• Fully office-based position in Sydney. Grow with the local team.
• Work with a world leading PV Inverter manufacturer and solar supplier.

Full Job Description

Instrumental role in grid compliance, asset modelling & commissioning compliance study supports for a Power Systems Engineer in Utility-scale Solar.