Project Engineer, Electrical

Job description

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future. Job Description Benefits Tangkam BESS Project | Regional Queensland Project Allowance | Accommodation | Meals included Discretionary Bonus scheme Salary packaging and Novated leases Life/Health insurance discounts Employee stock purchase plans Competitive paid parental leave Paid reservist leave Project Information The Tangkam battery energy storage system (BESS) project sits about 30km northwest of Toowoomba, Queensland. This new 100MW, 2 hour (200MWh) facility will connect to the grid through an existing Powerlink substation. Once operational, it will store surplus daytime energy for evening peak demand and support grid stability, replacing inertia traditionally provided by coal and gas power plants. About the Opportunity Own the electrical design and documentation for your assigned packages, from drawings and cable schedules to specifications. You will report to the Project Manager and work with clients, consultants, subcontractors and construction teams to keep design and site delivery aligned. Review vendor data, verify designs and support construction and commissioning, including RFIs and red-line markups. Help improve design standards and templates. Apply sound engineering judgement to resolve design issues, and build experience across every stage of a grid-connected energy storage project. Key accountabilities for the position will be: Deliver electrical design and documentation for your assigned project packages Coordinate electrical design with other disciplines and project interfaces Verify designs and complete quality checks on allocated deliverables Prepare scope documents, datasheets and take-offs for procurement and construction Support construction and commissioning, including RFIs, site queries and red-line markups Prepare safe work method statements and inspection and test plans Partner with clients, consultants and construction teams in design reviews Required Skills and Competencies Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (essential) Electrical design experience in infrastructure or utilities Knowledge of electrical standards such as AS/NZS 3000 and AS 2067 Proficiency in design tools such as AutoCAD, PowerCAD or Revit Clear communication and strong teamwork across disciplines Apply now with your current resume to join the team delivering Tangkam BESS. ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in Australia, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.