At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and optimise electrical systems for renewable energy projects.
- Company: Join OnyX Corporations, a leader in renewable energy development.
- Benefits: Gain hands-on experience and grow your engineering skills in a supportive environment.
- Other info: Dynamic team culture with opportunities for professional growth and innovation.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the renewable energy sector while advancing your career.
- Qualifications: Degree in Electrical Engineering and experience in renewable energy or grid connection.
The predicted salary is between 75600 - 92400 $ per year.
Electrical Engineer - Renewable Energy & Grid Connection
Ony X Corporations is a renewable energy development and advisory business working across solar PV, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and hybrid energy projects in Australia.
We are a lean, growing team involved across the full development lifecycle - from site origination and feasibility through grid connection, engineering, planning, procurement and delivery.
We are now looking for an experienced Electrical Engineer who can strengthen our internal engineering capability and take ownership of technical workstreams from day one.
About Ony X
Ony X Corporations is a renewable energy development and advisory business working across solar PV, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and hybrid energy projects in Australia.
We are a lean, growing team involved across the full development lifecycle - from site origination and feasibility through grid connection, engineering, planning, procurement and delivery.
We are now looking for an experienced Electrical Engineer who can strengthen our internal engineering capability and take ownership of technical workstreams from day one.
The Role
You will work across Ony X's own development projects and client advisory assignments, with a strong focus on distribution-connected solar and BESS projects.
Key responsibilities include
- Develop and review electrical system designs, SLDs, layouts and Auto CAD drawings.
- Support system configuration, equipment selection and design optimisation for solar and BESS projects.
- Prepare and manage grid connection applications and technical correspondence with NSPs.
- Manage grid modelling workstreams and coordinate specialist consultants.
- Review engineering studies, drawings, specifications and technical submissions prepared by consultants, OEMs and EPC contractors.
- Undertake technical feasibility and due diligence assessments.
- Coordinate engineering consultants and subconsultants across multiple disciplines.
- Support project development, procurement, commissioning and client technical discussions.
- Prepare clear technical reports and communicate engineering risks and recommendations to internal and external stakeholders.
- What We Are Looking For
Essential
- Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
- Relevant experience in renewable energy, power systems, electrical infrastructure or grid connection.
- Strong Auto CAD capability and experience preparing/reviewing SLDs and electrical drawings.
- Understanding of HV/MV electrical systems, transformers, switchgear and protection.
- Understanding of Australian NSP/DNSP connection processes.
- Ability to independently solve technical problems and manage multiple workstreams.
- Strong communication, documentation and stakeholder management skills.
- Highly Valued
Previous experience within an engineering consultancy will be highly regarded.
Experience with any of the following would be advantageous
- Solar PV or BESS projects
- Power Factory, PSSE, PSCAD or ETAP
- Grid modelling and GPS studies
- Chapter 5 / Chapter 5A connection processes
- EPC or Owner's Engineer assignments
- Protection, SCADA and plant control systems
- The Person We Want
- We are looking for someone who
- Takes ownership and drives work forward.
- Can work independently without needing constant direction.
- Enjoys solving unfamiliar technical problems.
- Communicates clearly and raises issues early.
- Understands both detailed engineering and the wider project objective.
- Is comfortable working in a fast-moving, growing business.
- Is open to using AI, automation and new tools to improve productivity.
At Ony X, we operate with high trust, low bureaucracy and high accountability. We focus on outcomes and quality rather than how busy someone appears.
Why Join Ony X?
You will work closely with project decision-makers and gain exposure across grid connection, engineering, project development, equipment selection, procurement and commercial decision-making.
As Ony X grows, this role has the opportunity to become a key part of our internal engineering capability and progressively take greater ownership of the engineering function.
- Location
- Melbourne, Victoria
- Office: 1 Nicholson Street, East Melbourne
Site visits and project travel may be required.
Electrical Engineer – Renewable Energy & Grid Connection in Melbourne employer: OnyX
OnyX offers a dynamic work environment where employees can take ownership of their projects from day one. The company focuses on renewable energy solutions, providing opportunities for professional growth in the rapidly evolving energy sector. Team members are involved in all stages of project development, fostering a collaborative and innovative culture.
