Renewables & Energy Storage Engineer

Aurecon Australasia Pty Ltd

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Wellington Auckland Until 8/21/2026 5+ years exp First posted May 25, 2026 Last posted May 25, 2026
Job description

Renewables & Energy Storage Engineer

Help deliver the next generation of renewable energy infrastructure, working on utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) and power generation projects across New Zealand, Australia and beyond.

What the role feels like

This is a technically focused role within Aurecon’s Power Generation team, working across the full lifecycle of renewable energy and storage projects. You’ll collaborate with multidisciplinary specialists and major energy clients, helping deliver complex projects that support the transition to a more sustainable energy future.

What you’ll do

  • Deliver technical input across utility-scale BESS and renewable energy projects
  • Support projects from feasibility through to detailed design and delivery
  • Coordinate with civil, structural, geotechnical and electrical specialists
  • Support procurement activities, tender reviews and technical evaluations
  • Undertake technical risk assessments and lender due diligence activities
  • Review contractor and OEM documentation for compliance and design quality
  • Develop scopes, proposals and client-focused technical solutions

What you’ll bring

  • Relevant engineering qualification, ideally electrical
  • 5+ years’ experience within the power or renewable energy sector
  • Experience with BESS projects and grid connection infrastructure
  • Broad understanding of electrical infrastructure and power systems
  • Strong problem-solving and technical communication capability
  • Collaborative and innovative approach to project delivery

Ready to bring ideas to life?
Then please apply now! We are an equitable-opportunity employer that values diverse perspectives and the contribution that every one of our people makes to our culture. Put simply, we want you to bring your whole self!

Whakahā ngā whakaaro / Breathing life into our ideas, thoughts, views
Kia māia, kia kaha, mahi tahi / Be bold, be strong, work as one

About this role

Summary

Support design, delivery, and assessment of renewable energy and storage projects in NZ and AUS.

Job title

Renewables & Energy Storage Engineer

Experience level

5+ years

Minimum experience

5+ years exp

Industry

energy

Location requirements

On-site in Wellington or Auckland, New Zealand, with flexibility for remote work

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

electrical engineeringpower systemsBESSgrid connection infrastructuretechnical communication

Preferred skills

problem-solvingcollaborativeinnovativecivilstructuralgeotechnical

Specializations

renewable energyenergy storagepower systemsgrid connectionbattery energy storage
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Wellington, New Zealand

On-site City

Auckland, New Zealand

On-site City