Job Description

About the Role

GEM Energy is seeking an Electrical Engineer with demonstrated local (Australian) experience in solar and battery energy storage system (BESS) engineering and design to join our growing team.

Working with an experienced project delivery team as part of our internal electrical engineering team, you will help deliver some of the leading solar and battery storage projects across Australia.

You will develop projects from inception through to commissioning whilst managing multiple stakeholders and assisting with the completion of Solar Energy System Designs, ECI Proposals, and Construction Drawings.

Your primary tasks and responsibilities will include:

• Preparation of drawings, plans, and designs for Solar Projects, working with our SAA Accredited Designers and RPEQ Engineers
• Selection of Suitable Products and Ancillary Enabling Equipment to be incorporated into the System Designs
• Estimating material costs, quantities & support in tender preparation
• Organising and supervising the assembly and installation of the specified components and controls
• Performing and reporting on in-field product testing and performance. Including quality assurance and control.
• Collecting and analysing data, carrying out complex computations, and preparing diagrams as needed
• Ensuring that designs and completed work meet specifications, regulations, and contract provisions
• Managing your workload to support programming & scheduling of projects
• Project Administration, including contracts, commercial management, procurement, and client liaison.
• Liaising with subcontractors & suppliers

As a successful candidate, you will bring:

• Engineering design and delivery background with project management/delivery experience (preferred)
• Other related qualifications and diplomas will be considered.
• Experience in the renewable energy sector (essential)
• Strong work ethic and ability to manage multiple projects and tasks.
• Ability to work under pressure and collaboratively with the whole team
• Personable, diligent, and goal-oriented
• Exceptional computer literacy & proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (essential)
• Competency in AutoCad 2d (essential)
• SAA Grid Connected PV system accreditation (essential)
• SAA Grid Connected Battery Systems accreditation (preferred)
• Working knowledge of AS3000 –AS3008- AS4777.1 – AS5033 – AS5139 (essential)
• Solid knowledge of CEC and SAA guidelines
• Working knowledge of DNSPs requirements (essential)

Other Key Skills to be Considered

• PV modelling tools/software (PVsyst, Helioscope, Homer, Orkestra).
• PowerCAD.
• Off-Grid system experience.

About us

GEM Energy, established in 2013, is one of Australia's most awarded solar energy companies. Backed by RACQ as majority shareholder and supporting its 1.77 million members, we are Queensland’s fastest-growing renewable energy business.

Operating nationally, we are one of the most respected brands in the Australian solar industry with many notable commercial installations, including Australia Zoo, the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, and the RNA Showgrounds.

Based at our modern Head Office based in Pinkenba, Brisbane, we pride ourselves on having a supportive, professional culture with a strong focus on quality, safety, and work-life balance.

What we offer:

• Permanent, secure role with an industry leader
• Comprehensive training and ongoing support
• Opportunity to work for industry-recognised brands, including both GEM Energy and its significant portfolio of projects, as well as RACQ – one of Queensland’s most trusted organisations
• Free RACQ Roadside Assistance for all staff
• Staff discount on RACQ Insurance products
• Regular social events
• Free on-site parking
• Dog-friendly office
• Coffee, snacks and beer on tap!

A National Police Check and reference checks will be conducted for the successful candidate.

We look forward to hearing from you!