Senior BESS Engineering Lead

Akaysha Energy pty; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing allowance

Development funding

Generous parental leave

Long Term Incentive Plan

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Akaysha Energy looks for a Development Engineer to lead the technical direction of utility-scale BESS projects, guiding design reviews and Investment Committee processes while engaging OEM partners.

You will shape procurement approaches across its international portfolio, build governance and drive techno-commercial assessments, with a hybrid work model and a strong focus on energy transition.

Qualifications

• Deep expertise in BESS technology, project design and engineering risk management.
• Commercial judgement balancing technical performance, project risk and investment outcomes.
• Ability to translate complex technical information into clear recommendations for executives and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical direction of utility-scale BESS projects, from design reviews through to Investment Committee approval.
• Own OEM engagement, supplier selection and contract technical evaluations across batteries, PCS and key project technologies.
• Drive techno-commercial assessments, pricing strategies and bid responses that shape the future of our portfolio.
• Build and maintain the engineering tools, standards and technical governance that enable Akaysha to scale globally.

Skills

BESS technology

Design reviews

Vendor management

Technical governance

Job description

Akaysha Energy looks for a Development Engineer to lead the technical direction of utility-scale BESS projects, guiding design reviews and Investment Committee processes while engaging OEM partners.

You will shape procurement approaches across its international portfolio, build governance and drive techno-commercial assessments, with a hybrid work model and a strong focus on energy transition.