Electrical Engineer (Solar O&M) Solarig

ECADIN; Mudgee; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work vehicle

Tools provided

Career development

Work-life balance

Job summary

Solarig Australia is seeking an Electrical Engineer (Solar O&M) to manage ongoing operations and maintenance of a utility-scale solar farm near Mudgee, NSW. This full-time role focuses on reliability, power optimization, grid compliance, and electrical safety, with strong career growth potential in a rapidly expanding sector.

You will oversee SCADA data analysis, HV asset management, and preventative maintenance planning, collaborating with a safety-conscious team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical) or equivalent.
• At least 1 year full-time experience in electrical engineering.
• Experience with utility-scale renewable energy or HV infrastructure.
• Experience with SCADA tools and protection settings software.

Responsibilities

• Analyze SCADA data to improve plant efficiency.
• Ensure grid compliance with GPS and GPS standards.
• Oversee HV assets: substations, inverters, transformers.
• Lead RCA investigations for electrical failures.
• Update drawings and protection settings to AS/NZS 3000/2067.
• Develop preventative maintenance schedules using asset models.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Power Systems

SCADA diagnosis

Education

Bachelor of Electrical Engineering

Tools

SCADA diagnostic tools

Power systems analysis software

Electrical protection settings software

Job description

About the job

Solarig is a multinational company specialized in the energy transition, being a vertically integrated developer of renewable projects with solid experience in the development, construction, financing and operation of solar power plants. We are a benchmark in the renewable energy production sector thanks to our high degree of specialization and 20 years of experience in the field.

Solarig Australia was established in Australia in 2018 and is one of the leading providers of solar operations and maintenance services in Australia operating over 3000 MW of Solar Generations assets, 24 solar farms

We have the best human team, always committed to Sustainable Progress within a framework of compliance with ESG criteria. Our company culture is based on people, our main asset.

Join our growth!We are constantly expanding and looking for individuals who share our purpose and want to add value asElectrical Engineer (Solar O&M)within ourSolarig Team.

About the Role:

As anElectrical Engineer (Solar O&M)with Solarig, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation and maintenance of our solar farm. This full-time role offers the chance to work in a collaborative, safety-focused environment, withexcellent career growth potentialin the rapidly expanding solar industry.

• Location: Solar farm near to Mudgee (NSW 2850)
• Contract:Full time, 38 hours per week; Monday to Friday
• Work phone, laptop & Toolsprovided
• Salary:this position’s salary range is $122,018 gross per year + superannuation

Role Overview

We are seeking a qualified Electrical Engineer to manage the continuous Operations and Maintenance (O&M) engineering framework for our utility-scale solar generation assets. This role focuses entirely on the operational phase of the plant. You will be responsible for ensuring the long-term reliability, power optimization, grid compliance, and electrical safety of our asset portfolio. You will apply advanced engineering principles to diagnose complex electrical issues and sustain maximum plant performance.

Key Responsibilities & Tasks

• Plant Optimization & Engineering: Analyze continuous SCADA and performance data to determine operating efficiency. Design and implement engineering solutions to correct power output drops or equipment degradation.
• Grid Connection & Compliance: Monitor real-time power quality and manage ongoing compliance with AEMO Grid Codes and Generator Performance Standards (GPS).
• High-Voltage Asset Management: Provide engineering oversight for the maintenance, testing, and lifecycle management of substations, central inverters, HV transformers, and protection systems.
• Root-Cause Analysis (RCA): Conduct complex engineering investigations and diagnostic testing on catastrophic or repetitive electrical failures to mitigate future asset risks.
• Standards & Compliance: Update and maintain plant electrical drawings, protection settings, and technical documentation to comply with AS/NZS 3000, AS 2067, and regulatory requirements.
• O&M Strategy: Formulate and refine preventative and predictive maintenance engineering schedules based on technical asset degradation modeling.

Key Requirements:

• Education: Minimum of a Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical) or relevant degree.
• At least 1 year full time professional experience.
• Professional Alignment: Qualifications and skills must meet the professional standards required for a positive Engineers Australia Migration Skills Assessment.
• Experience: Demonstrated professional experience as an Electrical Engineer within operational utility-scale renewable energy assets or heavy industrial high-voltage infrastructure.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in power systems analysis, substation maintenance engineering, SCADA diagnostic tools, and electrical protection settings software.

Additionally, you must be:

• Committed to safety and compliance with all WH&S regulations
• Proactive with a strong work ethic and excellent time management skills
• A team player with strong communication skills and a can-do attitude

Why Solarig?

Working with Solarig isn’t just a job – it’s an opportunity to be part of something meaningful and impactful. We offer:

• Job Security: Long-term projects and contracts
• Work Vehicle & Toolsprovided
• Career Development: Ongoing opportunities for growth and progression within the company
• Employee Assistance Programfor personal and professional support
• Work-Life Balance

Solarig – Leaders in the Sustainable Energy Revolution

At Solarig, we have been transforming the global energy landscape for nearly 20 years with a clear purpose: to decarbonize society and build a sustainable future.

We are a global company specializing in the development, financing, construction, and operation of large-scale renewable energy projects, covering:

Solar, wind, and storage energy– We design and manage photovoltaic projects, integrating hybrid technology solutions and batteries, ensuring an efficient and profitable energy transition.

Sustainable fuels and biomethane– With Biorig, we drive biomethane and green gas production projects. In addition, we develop sustainable aviation fuels (SAF), a key solution for decarbonizing the aviation sector.

Global presence, local impact– We operate in 14 countries, with key operations in Europe, Central and South