Solar Project Engineer

Melbourne, Victoria 3000, Australia • Full-time
AI Job Summary
  • 3–5 years’ experience in solar PV design, implementation, or project engineering.
  • Prepare/review SLDs, layouts, schematics, cable schedules, system configurations, and documentation.
  • Degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy Engineering, or related discipline.

Role Type

On-site • Permanent • Full-time • Associate

Pay Rate

$82,000 AUD – $102,000 AUD (Annum)

Description

About the Role

We are seeking a Solar Project Engineer to join our Solar team, working across renewable energy projects including commercial, industrial, and utility-scale solar PV projects.

This is a hands-on project engineering role where you will support the design, delivery, construction, testing, and commissioning of solar projects from early-stage design through to project completion.

You will work closely with project managers, engineers, contractors, suppliers, and site teams to ensure safe, compliant, and high-quality solar solutions are delivered.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the design and delivery of solar PV projects across commercial, industrial, and utility-scale applications.
  • Develop and review electrical designs, including SLDs, layouts, schematics, cable schedules, and system configurations.
  • Perform system modelling, load calculations, cable sizing, energy yield assessments, and performance optimisation.
  • Support projects through the full lifecycle, from feasibility and concept design through to construction, commissioning, and handover.
  • Provide technical support during procurement, construction, testing, and commissioning phases.
  • Coordinate with internal teams, contractors, suppliers, and clients to resolve technical issues and support project delivery.
  • Ensure designs and project activities comply with Australian Standards, grid connection requirements, client specifications, and WHS requirements.
  • Support QA/QC processes, including inspections, testing, documentation, defect close-out, and handover requirements.
  • Identify practical design improvements, efficiencies, and value engineering opportunities.

About You

You are a motivated and practical engineer with experience in solar PV design, project engineering, or renewable energy project delivery.

You will bring:

  • Degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy Engineering, or a related discipline.
  • 3–5 years’ experience in solar PV design, implementation, or project engineering.
  • Experience working on commercial, industrial, or utility-scale solar projects.
  • Strong understanding of solar PV systems, grid connection interfaces, and electrical design principles.
  • Experience preparing or reviewing SLDs, layouts, calculations, specifications, and technical documentation.
  • Proficiency in design and modelling tools such as PVSyst, AutoCAD, Helioscope, or similar.
  • Knowledge of Australian Standards, WHS requirements, and renewable energy compliance obligations.
  • Strong problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder coordination skills.
  • Ability to work across office-based engineering and site-based project support.
  • Willingness to travel to project sites as required.

Desirable

  • Experience with utility-scale solar farms.
  • Experience with battery energy storage systems.
  • Clean Energy Council accreditation or equivalent industry accreditation.
  • Knowledge of National Electricity Rules and grid connection processes.
  • Experience with QA/QC, commissioning, defect close-out, and project handover documentation.

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary package, reviewed annually.
  • Opportunity to work on renewable energy projects with real impact.
  • Career progression within a growing renewables and infrastructure business.
  • Supportive and experienced engineering and project delivery team.
  • Access to professional development and training opportunities.
  • Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing support.

Why Join PSD Energy

  • Deliver solar projects that support Australia’s energy transition.
  • Work on practical, technically engaging renewable energy projects.
  • Be part of a business focused on safety, quality, collaboration, and engineering excellence.
  • Develop your technical and project delivery capability within a supportive team environment.

Apply Now

If you are ready to take the next step in your engineering career and contribute to the delivery of high-quality solar energy projects, we would love to hear from you.