Senior Electrical Engineer (Solar, Battery)

• Lead technical design and optimisation of large-scale battery and solar projects. 
• Ensure projects meet safety, quality, and customer expectations. 
• Permanent Opportunity | Open to Melbourne, Brisbane & Sydney locations 

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At Origin, being useful is more than a tagline - it’s how we approach work every day. As a collective, we’re a team that thrives on finding better ways, working together, and owning our impact. From powering homes to delivering award-winning internet and helping to lead Australia’s energy transition. If you’re driven by purpose and excited to be part of something bigger, we’d love to have you on the journey.

About the Role

As a Senior Electrical Engineer (Solar, Battery) in Origin Zero’s Engineering & Delivery team, you’ll help design and deliver renewable energy systems that power a cleaner future.
Your primary focus will be the design, optimisation, and delivery of commercial-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), with additional involvement in C&I solar system design. You’ll take projects from concept through detailed design and costing, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality outcomes for our customers.

This is an opportunity to apply your engineering expertise to shape the next generation of distributed energy solutions — working alongside a collaborative, passionate team that values innovation, technical excellence, and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead technical design and decision-making for commercial-scale battery systems, optimising cost, performance, and reliability.
• Develop detailed electrical and system designs in accordance with Australian Standards and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee Safety in Design assessments and lead technical review meetings for commercial battery and solar projects.
• Contribute to PV and energy solution tender processes, including concept design, detailed documentation, and budget development.
• Partner with Business Development to shape compelling technical and commercial offers for customers.
• Coordinate with internal teams, consultants, and contractors to deliver practical, cost-effective, customer-focused solutions.
  
  

About You

You’re an experienced engineer with a deep understanding of renewable energy systems and a passion for sustainable innovation. You combine strong technical design skills with commercial insight and enjoy leading complex projects from concept to completion. You will also have;

• A degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent required.
• Must have obtained or be working towards Chartered Engineer (CPEng) status.
• RPEQ registration (or eligibility to obtain) preferred.
• SAA Accreditation for PV and Battery system design required.
• A detailed understanding of Australian Standards and Regulatory requirements relevant to Solar and Battery system design.
• At least 5 years of demonstrated experience in designing commercial Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) exceeding 100 kW.
• At least 5 years of demonstrated design experience in commercial solar design for systems exceeding 100kW.
• Demonstrated experience in configuration of protection settings and protection studies for commercial battery and solar systems.
• Experience related to civil design requirements associated with battery installations advantageous.
• Demonstrated onsite experience with commissioning of commercial battery systems highly regarded.

So why join us?

• 20 weeks of paid leave for primary carers with flexible return options.
• Thrive in a culture of personal and professional growth.
• Enjoy a central CBD location with access to parking and public transport.
• Purchase up to four additional weeks of leave annually.
• Engage in opportunities through the Origin Foundation to support your community.
• Powering your career with unbeatable perks - Get discounted electricity, gas, and internet as an Origin employee.
• Explore unique and cost-effective employee EV Car subscriptions. 

Origin - Where good change happens

At Origin, we’re powered by people who believe in creating change.

We are committed to fostering a diverse, gender equitable workforce, where everyone is welcome, and all applications are evaluated on merit and potential. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, people living with disabilities, culturally diverse people, any stage in life, people with intersex variations and people within LGBTQ+ communities, including trans and gender diverse. 
 

Enjoy a challenging career in an exciting industry where you can grow and explore your potential. If you think you have transferable skills, an appetite to learn and would be a great fit, we’d love to hear from you. 

Here's a little about us: https://www.originenergy.com.au/about/careers/

Background checks may be required to determine your suitability for this position as part of the recruitment process and during your employment. These checks may include police checks, AusCheck, medical assessment and/or drug and alcohol testing.

Please note unsolicited CVs from agencies will not be accepted.

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