Potentia Energy (previously Enel Green Power Australia) is a dynamic joint venture entity co-owned by two global energy leaders, Enel Green Power and INPEX, both committed to driving Australia’s energy transition and supporting the nation in achieving its net zero target.
With a proven track record and extensive expertise across the project lifecycle, Potentia Energy has established a strong presence in the Australian renewable energy sector. Our current portfolio currently has four operating plants, comprising 310MW of solar capacity across South Australia and Victoria, and a 75MW wind farm in Western Australia. A 93MW solar farm is also under commissioning in Victoria and construction is underway on a 98MW solar and 20MW battery hybrid project in NSW. Potentia Energy has rights secured for a development pipeline of over 7GW across Australia and is committed to an ambitious growth agenda, targeting a significant increase to its installed capacity across wind, solar, storage and hybrid projects.
Guided by our core values – Collaboration, Authenticity, Responsibility and Excellence – we work closely with local communities, our partners and customer to contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable future.
Job Description
The Role
We’re looking for professionals eager to face the challenges posed by the global energy transition. Our people are curious, forward-thinking, and driven to achieve our business objectives.
Reporting to the Head of Engineering, the BESS Engineering Specialist will be responsible for performing BESS technical assessments and layout optimisation for energy storage projects, as well as leading BESS performance assessments. The BESS Engineering Specialist also advises on the preliminary and basic design and configuration of energy storage projects under development, supports the tender process for BESS and ancillary equipment, and conducts technical analysis of the designs provided by others. This role is central in providing support to the BD, Engineering, and Asset Management teams during all phases of the projects’ life - development, construction, operation, and ultimately decommissioning.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the analysis of technical due diligence, feasibility studies, and design optimisation processes for energy storage projects, including performance assessments, auxiliary loss assessment, noise and visual impact assessment, EMI studies, use case impacts on average SoC and SoH, etc
Coordinate the deployment and installation of on-site assessment equipment and services, including managing collection of data
Lead the technical definition of BESS performance tests and conduct/review the tests
Support and provide input to the Project Engineer for design for permitting, preliminary design, basic design, and detailed design
Coordinate with the other Units within the Organisation to provide the technical input to support project business cases for new opportunities
Supporting tender process for selection of BESS equipment, including collation and preparation of technical documentation
Participate in design review meetings and conduct technical analysis of design modifications and non-conformities during construction and commissioning phases, especially those impacting BESS equipment performance
Support performance calculations during project delivery phase and operation phase
Key Stakeholders
Project Development Manager
Project Engineer
Permitting Manager
Environmental Engineer
Project Manager
Desired Skills and Experience
Selection Criteria
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical, Mechanical, or Renewable Engineering or equivalent
3 to 5 years’ demonstrated experience in the renewables sector, preferably in Australia
Knowledge of solar, wind and energy storage project development (BESS technologies, project siting, BESS project design, planning permits, etc.)
Advanced knowledge of technical performance analysis methods and ability to quantify differences in ways that convey key concepts to non-technical audiences
Advanced knowledge of the BESS technology and energy management control systems
Previous experience in working closely with BESS equipment OEMs, energy storage project development, or other technoeconomic analysis focused roles will be considered extremely advantageous
Previous experience business case evaluation, including financials will be considered extremely advantageous
Basic knowledge of the Development Approval process
Knowledge of relevant technology standards AS/NZS (IEC, IEEE, UL is a plus)
Advanced knowledge of MS Office package, including MS Project
Proficient in the use of CAD software (particularly, AutoCAD) is an advantage
Proficient in the use of various technical modelling software packages (eg HOMER)
Our Benefits
Every individual is a valued team member at Potentia Energy, and we’re committed to supporting, growing, and helping each person achieve their full potential. Keeping up a positive work-life balance is a key to success for every team across our business.
Some of our benefits include:
Flexible working hours – we provide flexible arrangements that will suit you, including a mixture of time working in our office and from home, compressed work week with half day workday on Fridays. Because you are working from home, we also provide $50 internet reimbursements each month.
Health and wellbeing initiatives – including $100 wellness rebate each month, annual flu vaccinations and health checks, and a day off for your birthday each year. If you’re in the office, we have $35 lunch credits that you can use each week.
Learning and development opportunities – both on the job and via formal training including technical, role specific and leadership development programs.
Employee Assistance Program – confidential and independent counselling and advice service for either a personal or work-related problem if you or a member of your immediate family needs help or advice.
Diversity & Inclusion
Equal opportunity and inclusion are the pillars of our work. Throughout Potentia Energy, and in our head office in Sydney, many different languages, cultures, and stories coexist. Different ages, genders, cultural and ethnic backgrounds and skills complement each other and add value across our business.
We appreciate and value each person’s uniqueness. We encourage diversity of thought and the expression of ideas and opinions. We also make a commitment to foster equality of opportunity as part of creating a rewarding workplace for you. No kind of discrimination will be tolerated. All candidates and colleagues always receive the same treatment, based on their professional skills and abilities.
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