Senior Project Development Engineer

The Opportunity As a Senior Project Development Engineer (SPDE), you will play a critical role in shaping and delivering some of Australia's most innovative renewable energy projects. You’ll work in a small, collaborative team with broad exposure across the entire project lifecycle— from early-stage development and technical design, through to grid connection, project delivery support and commercial optimisation. This is an ideal role for an engineer who enjoys variety, autonomy, and working across multiple disciplines through both internal and external partners. What You’ll Be Doing Lead preliminary system designs, project sizing and early-stage engineering assessments. Oversee detailed design for utility-scale solar and battery projects, including energy yield modelling (PVsyst), technology selection, SCADA / EMS architecture and system configuration. Manage multi‑disciplinary consultants (grid, civil, planning, electrical, environmental) to optimise project outcomes. Support environmental approvals, grid connection processes, Generator Performance Standards (GPS) and regulatory compliance. Contribute technical inputs for financial close, lender / investor due diligence and commercial structuring. Integrate hybrid solutions (Solar + BESS) and assess future augmentation and scalability. Project Delivery & Execution (Future Growth Area for HEA) Support EPC and O&M tendering, contractor selection and technical negotiation. Oversee construction progress, quality, safety and commissioning (FAT, SAT). Manage project schedules, budgets, risk reporting and milestone tracking. Engage with AEMO, NSPs / DNSPs and external stakeholders to achieve GPS and connection approvals. Build positive relationships with landowners, councils, regulators and community groups. Lead technical reviews, project briefings and risk assessments across safety, commercial and engineering domains. Maintain compliance with ISO standards and Hanwha corporate governance. Leadership & Business Development Mentor junior engineers and support a collaborative, high-performance culture. Contribute to the development of engineering standards, PMO documents and business systems. Support opportunity screening, market intelligence activities and preparation of proposals or presentations for new development projects. What We’re Looking For 7+ years’ experience in utility-scale renewable energy or large infrastructure (engineering or project management). Degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy or a related discipline. Strong understanding of NER, GPS, AEMO / NSP connection processes and grid-related technical requirements. Proven experience managing consultants, contractors and multi-disciplinary teams. Proficient in MS Project or Primavera and document management systems (Aconex / SharePoint). Strong commercial acumen across contracts (EPC / OEM / O&M), procurement and project cost control. Comfortable working in a small team with broad responsibility and high autonomy. Ability to travel within Australia for project and stakeholder requirements. Chartered (CPEng) or commitment to obtain within 24 months. Experience with hybrid renewable systems (Solar + BESS + VPP). Exposure to energy markets, project finance, commercial modelling or business development. Familiarity with SCADA / EMS systems, grid stability technologies or predictive analytics platforms. Experience with environmental approvals and land development processes. Postgraduate qualifications in engineering, project management, business or similar. Why Join Hanwha Energy Australia? Work on some of Australia's most exciting renewable energy and BESS projects. Be part of a global organisation with strong growth plans in the Australian market. Broad role with exposure across development, engineering, delivery and commercial functions. Supportive, tight-knit team with low hierarchy and high autonomy. Opportunity to become a technical SME or lead development of engineering / PMO standards. Apply now. If you’re a driven engineering professional looking to take the next step in your renewable energy career, we would love to hear from you. Complete the Application Form below. #J-18808-Ljbffr