At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead technical development and engineering evaluations for renewable energy projects across Australia.
- Company: Join Aggreko, a global leader in temporary power solutions with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, paid training, safety-focused culture, and diverse career development opportunities.
- Other info: Embrace a culture of inclusivity and respect for diverse backgrounds and experiences.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on landmark renewable power projects while leading a dynamic team.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering with 10 years' experience in power generation and renewable energy.
The predicted salary is between 121500 - 148500 $ per year.
Bring your energy to Aggreko as Team Lead – Pre Contracts Engineering based in Melbourne. You’ll lead the technical development, engineering evaluation, and pre-contracts activities for Aggreko's IPP Solutions portfolio across Australia and the Asia-Pacific region.
What you’ll do as Team Lead – Pre Contracts Engineering:
- Provide leadership to the pre-contracts engineering function and be accountable for developing technically robust, commercially competitive, and deliverable solutions for renewable energy, Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), thermal generation, hybrid energy, and grid-connected power projects.
- Opportunity assessment, project development, bid support, technical due diligence, cost estimation, risk management, and customer engagement.
- Work closely with Business Development, Commercial, Legal, Engineering, Project Delivery, Operations, and Asset Management teams to ensure opportunities are effectively evaluated, risks are understood, and proposals are aligned with Aggreko's technical, financial, and strategic objectives.
- Act as technical lead throughout the pursuit phase, establishing solution strategies, managing technical inputs, leading customer-facing engineering discussions, and supporting project negotiations through to contract award and handover.
- Provide engineering guidance throughout development, project commissioning, and operations.
- Lead development of microgrid and grid connection strategies for prospective projects.
- Review network requirements, compliance obligations, and technical constraints.
- Manage power system consultants and specialist studies.
- Support engagement with AEMO, TNSPs, DNSPs, NSPs, consultants, and regulatory stakeholders.
- Provide technical oversight of Generator Performance Standards (GPS) development and compliance strategies.
- Assess project risks associated with system strength, network access, grid compliance, and network performance requirements.
You are / have:
- A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, ideally holding a CPEng and/or post graduate qualification.
- Demonstrated leadership of complex bid pursuits.
- Minimum of approx. 10 years' experience in power generation, renewable energy, utilities, transmission, or major infrastructure projects.
- Extensive experience with renewable energy and/or Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects.
- Strong understanding of grid connection modelling.
- Technical understanding of grid connection processes, power systems, and electrical infrastructure.
- Experience developing project cost estimates, technical proposals, and investment-grade project concepts.
- Strong commercial acumen and understanding of project finance drivers.
Here’s what you’ll get:
- Opportunity to be a part of the delivery of landmark Renewable Power Projects.
- Competitive compensation.
- Paid training programs and tuition reimbursement.
- Safety-focused culture.
- Community volunteering program.
- A range of career development opportunities.
We welcome people from different backgrounds and cultures, and respect people’s unique skills, attitudes and experiences. We encourage everyone to be themselves at work because we know that’s how we do our best, for each other, for our customers, for the communities where we work, and for our careers. We are an equal opportunity employer.
Team Lead – Pre Contracts Engineering in Brisbane employer: Aggreko
Aggreko is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic work culture focused on innovation and collaboration. With a strong commitment to employee growth, you will have access to ongoing training and development opportunities while working in the vibrant city of Adelaide, known for its supportive community and diverse industries. Join us to make a meaningful impact in sectors like Pharma and Manufacturing, all while enjoying the benefits of a flexible work environment and the chance to engage with key stakeholders across South Australia.
