Electrical Site Engineer (Australia & New Zealand)

NTEC Energy Solutions delivers best-in-class services in Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC), Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), Project Development, Consultancy, and Operation & Maintenance, along with New Energy Solutions. With a globally experienced team, INTEC has managed over 200 projects and achieved an installed and secured capacity of 5 GW. Headquartered in the United Kingdom, INTEC also operates offices in Germany, Türkiye, Spain, Azerbaijan, Romania, Mauritius, Mauritania, Australia, New Zealand and the Philippines, with plans for further expansion.

We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Site Engineer (Electrical) to join our team on a large-scale PV / BESS projects based in Australia & New Zealand. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in large electrical infrastructure, including the installation of switchgear, transformers, inverters, and cabling, ideally with experience in energy storage, substations, or large-scale electrical projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate all electrical construction activities on site to ensure compliance with project specifications, quality standards, and safety requirements.
• Review electrical drawings, specifications, method statements, and technical documentation before execution.
• Monitor installation works related to MV/LV systems, transformers, switchgear, inverters, battery systems, SCADA, communication systems, and associated electrical equipment.
• Coordinate daily site activities with subcontractors, suppliers, consultants, and client representatives.
• Ensure electrical works are executed in accordance with approved drawings, project schedules, and applicable international standards.
• Support inspection activities, testing, pre-commissioning, commissioning, and energization of electrical systems.
• Prepare and review inspection requests (IRs), work inspection records, punch lists, and daily progress reports.
• Identify technical issues during construction and work closely with engineering teams to implement practical solutions.
• Monitor construction progress and report schedule deviations, risks, and corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with HSE policies and promote a strong safety culture on site.
• Participate in quality inspections, FAT/SAT follow-up, and project handover activities.
• Support as-built documentation and final project close-out documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in utility-scale Solar PV, BESS, substations, or other power generation projects.
• Proven experience in electrical construction supervision for EPC projects.
• Good understanding of MV/LV systems, substations, transformers, protection systems, SCADA, and communication networks.
• Experience with electrical testing, commissioning, and energization activities.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, single-line diagrams, layouts, and technical specifications.
• Knowledge of IEC standards and international electrical codes.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and coordination skills.
• Fluent English is required.
• Willingness to travel internationally and work on project sites.

Preferred Experience

• Experience on utility-scale Solar PV projects (50 MW+).
• Experience with Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
• Experience working with international EPC contractors.
• Familiarity with Australian and/or New Zealand electrical standards and grid requirements.
• Experience working in multicultural project environments.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on large-scale international Solar PV and BESS projects.
• A dynamic international working environment with multicultural project teams.
• Career development opportunities within a rapidly growing global renewable energy company.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Exposure to innovative renewable energy technologies and international best practices.
• Long-term career progression within a global EPC organization.