Solar PV & BESS Project Engineer — SCADA/PPC Lead

DNV Group; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Generous paid leaves

Medical benefits

Pension and insurance policies

Training and development assistance

Long service awards

Car allowance

Job summary

DNV is seeking a Project Engineer for its On-site Solutions team to lead SCADA and PPC deployment at solar, BESS and hybrid sites. You will design diagrams, configure systems, and ensure robust data communication across inverters, meters, relays, and plant control systems.

You will coordinate with Project Managers and engineers to meet scope, schedule, and budget while traveling to sites for testing and commissioning. Strong English and field experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Energy Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• At least 3 years of hands-ons experience providing engineering and technical advice to renewable energy, power systems, industrial or utility-scale projects.
• Experience with engineering drawings, technical documentation, and project specifications.
• Ability to bridge engineering and project execution while maintaining strong technical oversight.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with customers, suppliers, and cross-functional teams.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills to navigate multiple projects simultaneously.
• Resilient and solution-oriented when facing technical challenges.
• Ability to travel to project sites for testing and commissioning activities.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Drive engineering and commissioning activities for solar, BESS, and hybrid energy facilities.
• Design single-line diagrams and SCADA cabinets based on project specs.
• Configure SCADA and PPC systems ensuring reliable data communication.
• Configure software to ensure reliable data acquisition and value from plant data.
• Support testing and commissioning activities for SCADA systems, FAT/SAT and site testing.
• Troubleshoot controls, communications, telemetry and plant performance issues.
• Prepare and review technical documentation and client deliverables.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and engineers to meet scope, schedule and budget.

Skills

Communication skills

Planning & organization

Travel willingness

English proficiency

Customer collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Engineering

Tools

SCADA

PPC

PLC

HMI

Job description

DNV is seeking a Project Engineer for its On-site Solutions team to lead SCADA and PPC deployment at solar, BESS and hybrid sites. You will design diagrams, configure systems, and ensure robust data communication across inverters, meters, relays, and plant control systems.

You will coordinate with Project Managers and engineers to meet scope, schedule, and budget while traveling to sites for testing and commissioning. Strong English and field experience are essential.