Coordination with Grid Manager The Project Engineer will play a key role in the Aquila Clean Energy team, leading and contributing to the successful engineering delivery of large-scale renewable energy projects across the country. The Project Engineer will also cover technical phases from advanced development through commissioning. As part of a lean, high-performing team, the successful candidate will be expected to take an active role in core technical tasks, not just provide oversight. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with EPC contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders, including the Grid Manager, ensuring all aspects of engineering meet regulatory and performance standards. This role provides an opportunity to gain hands-on experience, mentorship, and growth opportunities in the clean energy sector. -Prepare and review documentation packages and address technical queries from financiers, investors, and other key stakeholders. -Ensure safety considerations are thoroughly integrated into both early-stage and detailed design phases, in alignment with WorkSafe NZ regulations. -Contribute and manage the delivery of early-stage engineering outputs such as but not limited to concept layouts, site design constraints, geotechnical reviews, and preliminary engineering reports. -Ensure compliance with New Zealand Standards (NZS, AS/NZS) and project-specific requirements. -Provide detailed technical input to support development approvals and feasibility modelling. -Conduct detailed reviews and provide feedback on engineering drawings, specifications, and reports across various disciplines. -Support and attend commissioning activities, including site presence during key milestones. -Responsible for preparing and documenting Safety in Design (SiD) reviews in collaboration with HSE teams and external engineers. -Provide accurate and timely design inputs such as electrical layouts and SCADA specifications without duplicating responsibilities. -Lead technical meetings and coordinate resolution of design issues with EPCs and consultants. -Lead the RFP process for selecting Owner’s Engineer consultants and coordinate their work. -Support the review and approval of project documents through project control systems. -Responsible for ensuring engineering-related commercial risks are properly addressed and mitigated. -Develop, manage, and maintain detailed engineering documentation and drawing registers. -Act as the primary technical point of contact for OE deliverables, ensuring quality and responsiveness. -Collaborate with EPC and Owner’s Engineer teams to resolve design-related commissioning issues. -Collaborate with the Grid Manager to ensure engineering deliverables are aligned with the overall grid connection strategy. -Participate in or oversee site inspections, Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs), and design validation processes. -Lead the implementation and overseeing of engineering QA/QC processes, including design verification and technical audits throughout the construction phase. -Draft, review, and negotiate technical schedules within EPC contracts, including performance requirements, interface definitions, and equipment specifications. -Perform and coordinate due diligence activities in collaboration with internal teams, external consultants, and lenders’ technical advisors.
Technical Due Diligence -Positive attitude, good communication skills, able to multitask and work independently in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. -Good understanding of grid connection requirements, with the capability to support grid-related activities (note: grid leadership is managed by the Grid Manager). -Familiarity with WorkSafe NZ guidelines and Safety in Design methodologies. -In-depth knowledge of New Zealand-specific standards (NZS, AS/NZS) and health, safety, and environmental (HSE) regulations. -Able and willing to travel extensively within the country. -Strong background in design review, contractor coordination, and document control processes. -Chartered Professional Engineer registration or actively working toward certification. -Strong analytical and reconciliation skills. -Prior experience in renewable energy organisations, ideally combining both on-site and office-based engineering responsibilities, will be highly beneficial. -The position is located in Auckland. Preference will be given to candidates who are able to commence work on short notice. -Able to work under pressure to meet reporting deadlines, with strong attention to detail. -Fluent in the English language. -Degree in electrical/civil /mechanical or equivalent professional qualification, with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience as an engineer in thermal, civil infrastructure, or network-related fields.
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