Design & Quality Lead

Position Description

Design & Quality Lead

Job Title: Design & Quality Lead

Location: Remote

• Line Manager: Head of Projects

Direct Reports: TBD (none currently, however as a Lead this capacity has been built in. This may include supervising interns or engineering students)

GPE Pay scale: Level C, Band 1 to 5

Remuneration: Base salary band dependent upon qualifications and experience. Plus superannuation, and STI Bonus.

Company Context

GPE is a leading solar Power Purchase Agreement provider, dedicated to offering financial and renewable energy solutions to the Commercial and Industrial (C&I) sector, creating positive commercial and sustainable outcomes. Our purpose is to be the leading provider of onsite energy solutions for businesses in Australia and New Zealand, enabling a net-zero future.

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Position Purpose

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To design and develop innovative renewable energy projects, ensuring compliance with Australian standards and optimising performance across various applications.

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Position Summary

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As a design engineer specialising in renewable energy, you will contribute to the design and implementation of rooftop and ground-mounted photovoltaic (PV) systems, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and microgrids. You will utilise your expertise in design tools and compliance standards to deliver end-to-end design solutions while collaborating with various stakeholders. Your role will involve technical peer reviews, diagnostic analysis, and troubleshooting to support the successful delivery of renewable energy projects.

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Design

· Lead the Technical peer review process for inbound design documents, drawings and simulations.

· Lead the end-to-end design of renewable energy projects, including PV, BESS, and microgrids.

· Ensure compliance with relevant Australian standards, guidelines, and codes of practice throughout the design process.

2. Software and Tools Utilisation

· Utilise design software such as AutoCAD, PVSyst, Helioscope, and industry monitoring software packages at an expert level.

· Engage with various native inverter systems and tools like Meteocontrol VCOM for system monitoring and performance analysis.

3. Technical Compliance and Support

· Conduct diagnostic analysis of renewable energy systems and provide performance data aggregation and reporting.

· Offer troubleshooting and technical support to field service technicians as needed.

4. Collaboration and Review

· Perform technical peer reviews of design and simulation documents completed by others.

· Support the onboarding of new and acquired assets into operational systems and software.

5. Product and Sales Support

· Conduct technical peer reviews of new products entering the market.

· Assist sales staff with design-related inquiries and provide necessary technical support.

6. Continuous Improvement

· Contribute to overall efficiency and continuous improvement activities within the design and project delivery process.

· Stay updated on industry changes, automation and control in electrical systems, including PLC and instrumentation.

So, on any given day you might…

· Review inbound designs for projects and provide detailed mark up and feedback to EPC’s

· Remodel EPC sim in Helioscope or PVsyst to ensure all correct metrics have been appropriately input

· Design a turnkey project from scratch to IFC stage

· Research technical specs for BESS or other new products

· Provide tech support to a field agent fixing a system or troubleshoot an issue in our monitoring system

· Head to a site to conduct a Quality and HSE inspection

· Collate asset performance data for the board report

· Present a lunch and learn on system design excellence or relevant topic of your choosing

· Review and revise GPE’s technical installation manual or write a tech bulletin to our EPC partners

· Provide efficiency feedback on what GPE could improve on

Key Selection Criteria

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Qualifications

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• Degree in a relevant field of engineering or related discipline.
• SSA accredited designer.

Skills

• A minimum of 5 years' experience in the design of C&I renewable energy projects, including rooftop and ground-mounted PV, BESS, and microgrids.
• Proficiency in design tools such as AutoCAD, PVSyst, and Helioscope.
• Strong knowledge of DNSP requirements and technical compliance with Australian standards.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
• Willingness to travel nationally and internationally on an infrequent basis.

About You

You are a skilled engineer with a strong technical background in renewable energy design, committed to delivering quality and innovative solutions. Your adaptability and problem-solving skills enable you to thrive in a collaborative environment, and you are eager to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the company.

Why Join Us?

We are committed to being the leading provider of onsite energy solutions in Australia and New Zealand, driving a net-zero future.

We offer competitive remuneration, highly flexible Remote-first/Hybrid arrangements, a premium Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), and a Short-Term Incentive (STI) bonus. Join us in a workplace where every voice is valued and individual brilliance is celebrated, as we work together to make a positive impact on the planet and drive exceptional performance for our clients and the communities where we work.

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit their CV and a cover letter outlining their relevant experience focused on the Key Selection Criteria qualifications and skills to Kiera McDonald Head of Strategy, People & Culture kiera@gpenergy.com.au.

To discuss the opportunity further please contact Luke Butterworth COO luke@gpenergy.com.au