Brisbane Battery Storage Commissioning Engineer

TRX

Brisbane

On-site

AUD 129,000 - 185,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

TRX in Brisbane, Queensland seeks an experienced Battery Storage Commissioning Engineer to lead pre-commissioning and commissioning for a grid-scale BESS project. You will ensure battery storage systems, PCS/inverters, transformers and HV switchgear are tested, energised and handed over safely, in line with grid connection requirements.

This 12-month contract is run through an Employer of Record (EOR) with daily-rate compensation.

Qualifications

Bachelor or higher in Electrical Engineering or power systems.
Minimum 5 years commissioning experience in battery energy storage or related projects.
Strong understanding of LV/HV systems, protection, and control.

Responsibilities

Plan and execute pre-commissioning and commissioning activities for battery containers, PCS/inverters, transformers and HV switchgear.
Perform functional testing, protection checks and SCADA/EMS integration testing.
Coordinate with OEMs, network operators and site teams to resolve issues and close punch-list items.
Support grid compliance testing, hold-point inspections and technical verification before energisation.
Maintain commissioning test records, ITPs, checklists and handover documentation.
Coordinate with electrical, protection, control and construction teams to ensure readiness for energisation.
Verify equipment and systems meet project specs and safety requirements.
Support final system verification and handover to operations.