BESS Specialist HV

C002 Eagles Engineers Pty Ltd; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible working arrangements

Opportunities to shape processes

Barista coffee and fruit

Public transport access

Job summary

Eagles Engineers is seeking a BESS Specialist to lead the technical integration of battery energy storage systems with the MV collector system and HV substation, from concept through commissioning. You will coordinate between OEMs, design teams, network service providers, and construction to ensure seamless handover.

The role requires a Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical/Power Systems, 8+ years in HV power engineering, and hands-on experience with BESS design, GPS compliance, and advanced

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical or Power Systems is required.
• Chartered status (CPEng/NER) or eligible, with RPEQ or state registration as applicable.
• 8+ years in HV power engineering, including 3+ years on utility-scale BESS or similar.
• Experience delivering grid-connected BESS from design to GPS/compliance.
• Experience with battery OEMs and network service providers.
• Strong knowledge of lithium-ion BESS, PCS/inverter control, HV/MV systems (480 V–66 kV+).
• Familiarity with AS/NZS standards and NER/grid rules; able to review ETAP/PSCAD studies.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical integration of battery enclosures and PCS/inverter units into the balance-of-plant design.
• Define and verify collector system components: main transformer, 33 kV switchboards, RMUs, LV connections.
• Review ratings against short-circuit, load flow, and component studies; assess PCS fault contribution.
• Develop battery yard layouts for maintenance access, fire separation, and AS 2067 clearances.
• Coordinate grid studies with OEM models (PSS/E/PSCAD) and network service provider inputs.
• Lead safety-in-design for BESS hazards including thermal runaway and arc flash.
• Review design packages at 30%, 80%, IFC; support procurement with specs and vendor reviews.
• Oversee FAT, energisation, commissioning, and testing with the network service provider.

Skills

HV power systems

Battery storage integration

Grid studies review

Owner liaison

Education

Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical or Power Systems)

Tools

ETAP

PowerFactory

PSS/E

PSCAD

Job description

Eagles Engineers (an entity of CoMade) is a strategic partner specialising with in-house design, design management, engineering, procurement, construction, completions and commissioning. We bring together the best engineers locally and from around the world to provide truly end-to-end solutions for our clients that enable them to realise their vision. Our clients can have confidence that what we meticulously design, can be delivered, seamlessly and efficiently. Eagles Engineer's vision is to become the foremost project delivery partner recognised for best-in-industry solutions. Strong culture and core values are what separate Eagles Engineers from the competition. They believe in building and setting a reputable culture, recognising and rewarding their people who represent those core values either onsite, with clients, or in the local communities.

About the role

About this role We're looking for a BESS Specialist to be the technical lead on a utility-scale battery energy storage system connected to the high voltage network. In this role you'll own the integration of battery and power conversion equipment with the MV collector system, HV substation and grid connection, from concept design right through to commissioning and handover. You'll be the key link between the battery/PCS OEM, our primary and secondary design teams, the network service provider and the construction team.

• Lead the technical integration of OEM battery enclosures and PCS/inverter units into the balance-of-plant design
• Define and verify the collector system: main power transformer, 33 kV switchboards, RMUs, step-up transformers and LV connections to the PCS
• Confirm equipment ratings against short-circuit, load flow and cable/transformer loading studies, including PCS fault contribution during fault ride-through
• Drive battery yard layouts for maintenance access, fire separation, crane corridors and AS 2067 clearances
• Support the NER connection process, including Generator Performance Standards and grid-forming capability
• Coordinate power system studies (load flow, harmonics, reactive capability, dynamic performance) with OEM-supplied PSS®E and PSCAD models
• Lead safety-in-design for BESS hazards such as thermal runaway, LV arc flash, transformer failure and fire spread
• Review design packages at 30%, 80% and IFC, and support procurement with specifications, tender evaluations and vendor document reviews
• Oversee FAT, site testing, energisation, commissioning and R2/hold-point testing with the network service provider

Education & experience

• Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical or Power Systems)
• CPEng / NER chartered, or eligible, plus RPEQ or state registration where required
• Min 8+ years in HV power engineering, including 3+ years on utility-scale BESS, solar or wind connections in the NEM or equivalent markets
• At least one grid-connected BESS taken through design, commissioning and GPS compliance
• Experience working with battery OEMs and network service providers
• Strong knowledge of lithium-ion BESS, PCS/inverter control (grid-following and grid-forming), and HV/MV systems from 480 V to 66 kV and above
• Working knowledge of AS 2067, AS/NZS 3000, AS/NZS 7000, AS 1940, AS 3008/IEC 60287 and the National Electricity Rules
• Ability to interpret and review studies in ETAP, PowerFactory, PSS®E or PSCAD

Why join us?

• Competitive salary aligned with market demand and experience
• Flexible working arrangements
• Opportunities to shape processes, systems, or team growth
• Barista style coffee and fresh fruit always within reach
• Offices within 1 minute of public transport

Join us at Eagles Engineers and be part of a dynamic team that is shaping the future of high voltage engineering. We offer competitive compensation packages, opportunities for professional development, and a collaborative work environment where your contributions are valued.