Senior Electrical Engineer

About Energy Bay

Energy Bay is rapidly expanding along the renewable energy value chain and across multiple geographies, with the goal of decarbonising industry.

Established in 2016, Energy Bay offers specialised distributed renewable energy solutions to facilitate enterprise customers and property landlords through the energy transition. Founded on the values of innovation, value creation and social responsibility, Energy Bay is backed by impact capital from Australia’s largest private financial sponsors, including Grok Ventures, Soletto and Skip Capital.

As Senior Engineer at Energy Bay, this role holds primary accountability for the solution design and operational execution of Solar and Energy Storage projects.

This role will provide strategic guidance to the Engineering Manager and key stakeholders, identifying and implementing opportunities to optimise project delivery and ensure sustained outperformance against contractual and internal KPIs, driving high-impact outcomes across all phases of the project lifecycle.

To learn more about Energy Bay, please visit energybay.com.au

Energy Bay Culture

Energy Bay has a distinctly unique, transparent, and constructive company culture. We are a team focused on maximising the scale and impact we create in the energy transition. We are seeking to build on our existing culture and create a diverse team with wide range personal and professional experience, with a long-term focus on execution and the highest standards of delivery.

Our Vision: Generating Change

Our Mission: Your Partner in Delivering Decentralised Net Zero Solutions

Our values are Zero Harm | Enduring Solutions | Customer Driven | Trusted Partner

As a Senior Engineer with Energy Bay Developments, you will:

• Lead end-to-end engineering and design of PV, BESS, and Embedded Network projects, from feasibility through to commissioning.
• Conduct technical due diligence, site assessments, and system performance analysis to optimise energy output and efficiency.
• Develop and review engineering documentation, specifications, and quality standards to ensure compliance and excellence in delivery.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with project managers, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure seamless execution and client satisfaction.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.
• Drive innovation by integrating emerging technologies and best practices into project design and execution.
• Manage client relationships throughout the project lifecycle in partnership with senior leadership.
• Support strategic business development initiatives, including partnerships with OEMs and technology providers, to expand Energy Bay’s capabilities and market reach.
• Coordinate PV work-pack planning to maintain project schedules and deliverables.
• Supports the Engineering Manager in identifying opportunities and implementing solutions to enhance project delivery, ensuring Energy Bay consistently exceeds contractual and internal performance benchmarks.
•  Lead recruitment, training, and management of engineering and drafting staff to meet evolving business needs.

You will be successful in the role if you:

• Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy, or similar relevant degree
• Over 5 years of specialised experience in PV and BESS engineering solutions
• Expert in solar PV and battery storage system design, including system and string sizing, technology selection, and energy storage integration.
• Thorough knowledge of electrical standards and regulatory compliance for PV/BESS installations.
• Proven leadership experience, with a track record of guiding engineering teams to successful project outcomes.
• Advanced proficiency in industry-standard tools, including PVsyst, AutoCAD, and the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with a proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical challenges.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, enabling effective collaboration across teams and stakeholders.
• Highly organised with strong project and time management skills, ensuring efficient execution and delivery of engineering tasks.
• Adhere to our Zero Harm values to protect yourself, team members, customers and the environment
• Understanding of or exposure to renewable energy technology

You’ll love working here because:

• We’re a successful, fast-growing company with an entrepreneurial vibe.
• We love to promote internally and offer development opportunities through training and coaching.
• You get to work with a smart, experienced leadership team that are open to fresh ideas.
• We believe in responsibility and reward you for taking initiative.
• We have a great work culture, come and join our team!

Ready to generate change?

We foster a high-performance, collaborative team culture where individuals feel valued and supported in their development.

The Senior Engineer will champion Energy Bay’s mission and values as a visible and committed ambassador.

If you're driven by the opportunity to create meaningful impact and aspire to contribute to a purpose-led, high-growth organisation, we invite you to join us on this exciting journey.

👉 Apply now and take the next step in your career with Energy Bay!