Innovation Project Engineer, APAC

Lightsource BP Group; Sydney; Sur place; AUD 90 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Annual bonus

Health insurance

Pension

Résumé du poste

Lightsource bp Innovation Team is seeking an Innovation Project Engineer to lead industrial-scale field trials and manage the lifecycle of multiple parallel projects across PV, BESS, and hybrid deployments. The role emphasizes technical robustness, due diligence on new technologies, and strong cross-functional communication with time-zone-aware collaboration.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in renewable energy field work, knowledge of EPC/O&M contracts, and a solid background in HSE

Qualifications

• 5+ years in field work within the renewable energy industry.
• Experience in construction and operation of renewable energy facilities.
• Knowledge of EPC/O&M contracts and technical appendices.
• Familiarity with HSE best practices in large-scale projects.
• Extensive network with solar PV stakeholders (TAs, EPCs, investors).

Responsabilités

• Deliver industrial scale field trials of innovative tech (PV, BESS, hybrid).
• Lead multiple parallel innovation projects with emphasis on HSE in delivery.
• Provide technical support and drive continual improvement across the business.
• Review and generate Inspection Reports / punch lists for field trials; root-cause analysis.
• Engage with EPCs, engineering teams, suppliers and third parties for field trials.
• Present outcomes to key stakeholders and industry forums.

Connaissances

Project management

Technical analysis

HSE awareness

Renewable energy knowledge

Cross-functional collaboration

Outils

Monitoring systems

Data analysis

Auditing tools

Description du poste

For over a decade we've been actively working to diversify the way our world is powered with sustainable and responsible renewable power. We work to safely deliver affordable, reliable, large-scale onshore renewable and energy storage solutions to help the world decarbonise.

Our growing business is constantly innovating and investing to help drive the energy transition. Our people and projects are focused on supporting long-term sustainable growth and energy security.

Lightsource bp operates with five core values: Safety, Integrity, Respect, Sustainability, and Drive.

We seek to attract and hire individuals who share our commitment to creating a safe workplace, uphold the highest standards of integrity, and demonstrate respect for colleagues, communities, and the environment. Our recruitment process promotes sustainability by valuing long-term growth and responsible practices, while seeking candidates with the drive to innovate and lead in the global energy transition.

Together, these values shape how we engage, assess, and welcome talent to join us in delivering transformational solar power solutions worldwide.

Lightsource bp was fully acquired by bp in 2024.

Purpose of the role

Lightsource bp Innovation Team delivers technical innovation projects and supports the introduction of new technologies and methodologies to the company across the globe. In addition, the team provides technology support and analytics for our existing global portfolio.

As an Innovation Project Engineer the role will provide deep technical and functional support across the life cycle as well as HSE/compliance of solar and BESS facilities. The role is responsible for the full delivery of industrial scale trials, with focus on technical robustness and due diligence on new renewable technology targets. As part of a dynamic and diverse team within an international organisation, strong communication is a constant requirement, including interaction with different time zones. Additionally, the role has regular requirement for out-of-hours working with regards to site visits

This position plays a critical part in shaping the future technology roadmap and supporting the company’s commitment to sustainability and clean energy transition.

Duties and responsibilities

The goal of the Innovation group is to ensure that Lightsource bp remains at the forefront of renewable energy technologies relevant to the company’s strategic goals. The innovation engineering team focuses on enabling the industrialisation and field trials of disruptive tech.

• Deliver industrial scale field trials of innovative and specialised technology in renewables with focus on PV, BESS, and hybrid
• Lead and take accountability for managing the full lifecycles of multiple parallel innovation projects. Adapt project activities to business needs and priorities. Prioritise HSE in delivery of all innovation activities. Liaise and document impact of innovation projects with internal HSE teams.
• Provide technical support, best practice, and support continual improvement across the business, including but not limited to:
  • technical analysis of plant performance for evaluation/improvement both pre and post construction
  • quality assurance and auditing
  • Failure analysis/ Root Cause Analysis including addressing systemic issues
  • Technical Support for (Performance Acceptance Certificate) PAC where field trials have been undertaken
  • Review and generation of Inspection Reports / punch lists for field trials
  • Process improvement
  • HSE improvement
• Interact and constructively engage with the full range of third-party organisations necessary to deliver field trials including EPC’s, Engineering groups, suppliers, consultants, authorised bodies, HSE and similar
• Project close outs, lessons learnt and integration into BAU processes. Present outcomes to key stakeholders including industry forums where relevant.

Wider role

• Support Commercial Engineering, Delivery PMs and Communications team during Construction period, Work Completion, PAC and FAC
• Support Asset Management and O&M on ad hoc queries on performance and monitoring
• Coordinate and organise with Third Parties e.g. Contractors, Technical Advisors and Governmental Bodies for review

Knowledge / Experience

• 5+ years in field work associated with the renewable energy industry including exposure to plant design and performance parameters
• Deep experience in construction and operations of renewable energy facilities Knowledge of EPC/ O&M contract Technical Appendices
• Knowledge of renewable plant performance
• Knowledge of Monitoring systems, etc.
• Familiarity with HSE best practices in construction and operations of industrial scale projects
• Extensive or develop network across a range of solar PV relevant sources with knowledge of industry main stakeholders (TAs, investors, EPCs, Third Parties lab…)

Advantages

• Licensed/certified on specialised equipment such as Drones, Inverters and similar

Work Skills

• Fluent English spoken and written.
• Proactive and being able to prioritize workload, Autonomous, adaptable and multi‑skilled
• Forward thinking, a problem solver and solution provider.
• Able to promote a positive working culture within the team.
• Full Driving license, open for training and licensing on specialised equipment such as Drones, Inverters and similar

Why you'll want to work for us

Be you: We pride ourselves on being an inclusive community, where every individual is valued and treated with respect.

Be responsible: Our culture is driven by our core values – from operating safely to ensuring our projects are responsible.

Be recognized: Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a variety of benefits including annual bonus, retention bank, health insurance, pension and other local benefits.

Be inspired: Beyond your day-to‑day working life at Lightsource bp, there's a variety of initiatives that will contribute to your own personal development. These include our charitable causes, supporting our solar honey project, or volunteering on our VIBES committee to name a few.

Our core values

Lightsource bp truly cares about creating a sustainable future through safe, responsible and meaningful low carbon energy projects. Our core values of Safety, Integrity, Respect, Sustainability and Drive are the guiding principles for everything we do.

For further information on our career opportunities and life at Lightsource bp, please visit https://www.lightsourcebp.com/careers/

Why you'll want to stay with us

At Lightsource bp, you'll work within agile, cross-functional teams where diverse perspectives come together. Our culture embraces open knowledge sharing and collaboration, empowering you to learn from others and accelerate progress collectively.

Your career growth is our priority and a shared journey. We are committed to developing talent from within and prepare you for career advancement so you can shape a fulfilling and lasting journey here.

In today's fast-changing world, a learning mindset is essential and therefore we proactively support upskilling to help you push your skill boundaries and stay ahead in your field, so you can not only keep pace with change but confidently shape a brighter future.

Additional Role-Specific Information

• Travel & Flexibility: Regular site visits and out-of-hours working may be required. The role involves 10–20% travel to support