Lead/Senior Engineer – BESS & Solar PV (Australian Market)
Location: Chennai
Department: Power Engineering
Experience: 5-10 years
With campuses in Austin, & Chennai and business operations in Brisbane, Illumine Industries Pvt. Ltd. (Illumine-i) is a multinational firm engineering sustainable living solutions. We are a team of engineers and creative thinkers, working towards the development of renewable power plants, energy-efficient buildings with competent construction methodologies, clean transportation, and high-potent agriculture & manufacturing technologies.
You can learn more about us at: https://www.illuminei.com/lyf
The Big Picture
The Lead/Senior Engineer – BESS & Solar PV will spearhead and establish our Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) division and play a strategic role in defining technical frameworks, guiding project execution, and nurturing a high-performing team of engineers. This position is ideal for professionals with strong experience in renewable energy project delivery in the Australian market, including a sound understanding of local standards and grid connection frameworks.
What you can expect as Lead/Senior Engineer – BESS & Solar PV at Illumine-i:
- You’ll lead the engineering design and delivery of utility-scale and C&I Solar and BESS projects
- You’ll ensure all designs comply with Australian Standards, grid codes, and local regulatory requirements
- You’ll coordinate with internal teams, EPCs, consultants, and utilities to ensure seamless execution
- You’ll oversee preparation of single-line diagrams (SLDs), layouts, protection studies, and connection documentation
- You’ll support project development, permitting, and due diligence processes
- You’ll provide technical leadership during project execution, commissioning, and handover
- You’ll stay up-to-date with evolving industry standards, AEMO/DNSP requirements, and best practices in clean energy engineering
Essential Qualifications include:
- 5+ years of hands-on experience in Solar PV + BESS engineering (preferably in Australia)
- Deep knowledge of Australian Standards: AS/NZS 3000, AS/NZS 5139, AS 4777, AS 2067, etc.
- Proven experience in power system design, energy storage integration, and grid connection
- Familiarity with AEMO, DNSP processes, and grid application procedures
- Proficient in tools like AutoCAD, PowerFactory, ETAP, PVsyst, or similar
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Power Systems Engineering or related field
- CPEng or RPEQ accreditation (or in progress) is desirable
- Excellent communication and cross-functional coordination skills
Great to have:
- Experience with Australian BESS projects.
- Background in financial modeling of BESS ROI, LCOE, and CapEx/OpEx optimization.
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