Engineering Manager - Octopus Australia at Octopus Investments Australia in South Yarra, Victoria, Australia | Kablio

Role

Description

specs management

yield analysis

design tools

procurement support

digital tools

tech oversight

Octopus Australia is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead a multi‑disciplinary team of engineers, supporting a growing portfolio of utility‑scale solar, wind and battery storage projects from origination through to operations. This role will be central to building the best project delivery team in the industry and ensuring projects are delivered to the highest standards of safety, quality and performance.

Work collaboratively across the broader Octopus Australia business (investments, development, HSE, legal, energy markets, asset management) to align priorities and manage trade‑offs across the portfolio.
Own and refine standard technical specifications and Principal Project Requirements (PPRs) for solar, BESS, substations and wind balance‑of‑plant, incorporating lessons learned from operating and under‑construction assets.
Oversee technical due diligence, resource monitoring campaigns, yield analysis and revenue assessments in collaboration with development, investments and energy markets teams.
Implement and maintain engineering and construction standards, templates and reporting structures (e.g. design criteria, SLDs, cable schedules, technical specifications, construction reporting).
Build internal design and yield capabilities utilising tools such as PVsyst, PVDesign/RatedPower, AutoCAD and specialist wind software, including guidelines and QA processes.
Provide engineering leadership from early origination and site screening through to operations, including capacity layouts, concept design, constructability reviews and CAPEX inputs.
Support EPC and BOP procurement, including technical scopes, evaluation, clarifications and negotiation of high‑value contracts (EPC, BESS supply, substation, grid connection).
Provide technical support to 3rd‑party Owner’s Engineers and site representatives, ensuring quality, safety, performance and compliance objectives are met.
Represent Octopus with external stakeholders including OEMs, technical advisors, contractors, lenders’ advisors and key industry bodies, building strong long‑term partnerships.
Work closely with the Project Director and Project Managers to provide technical oversight during procurement, construction, commissioning and operation.
Champion the adoption of digital tools and implementation of innovative process (e.g. document management, modelling platforms) and investigate use of AI and automation to streamline workflows.
Line‑manage and mentor a growing team of engineers, creating clear development pathways for subject‑matter experts and future project leaders.

Requirements

solar

bess

wind

leadership

10 years

degree

2. Design, standards, systems and tools

Demonstrated experience leading multi‑disciplinary engineering teams and managing multiple concurrent projects across the full lifecycle (development, design, construction, commissioning and operations).
Strong technical grounding in solar, BESS and/or wind design, grid integration and construction methodologies.
Excellent leadership, coaching and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence at all levels and build a high‑performing, inclusive team.
10 years’ experience in large‑scale power or energy infrastructure, with significant exposure to utility‑scale solar PV and/or BESS; wind experience highly regarded.
Highly organised, comfortable managing complex workloads and shifting priorities in a dynamic environment, with a pragmatic and solutions‑focused mindset.
Experience in the investment or IPP side of the business, with familiarity in project finance concepts.
Degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Civil Engineering (or closely related discipline).
Prior experience in a fast‑growing renewables developer, IPP or EPC, with exposure to both greenfield and brownfield opportunities.
Proven track record of working with EPC/BOP contractors, OEMs and technical advisors on complex, high‑value projects.

Benefits

1. Technical leadership and project lifecycle support

Ongoing learning and career development opportunities
🏡 Flexible working
💰 A competitive salary package including bonus and medical insurance benefits
✈️ Extra Annual Leave entitlement

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

A$11B Assets

Managed Assets

Over A$11 billion in clean energy assets under management, including wind, solar, and battery-storage projects across Australia.

333 MW

Solar Capacity

The Darlington Point Solar Farm, a flagship project, has a 333 MW capacity contributing to clean energy generation.

It manages over A$11 billion in clean energy assets.
The Darlington Point Solar Farm is a 333 MW project.
It includes hybrid sites like Fulham (solar+battery).
Its funds target long-term returns via power-purchase contracts.
They deliver expertise in engineering and asset management across states.
Projects combine solar, wind, and storage to power hundreds of thousands of homes.

Culture + Values

Be Bold
Be Helpful
Be Straightforward
Customer‑obsessed
Ambitious
Friendly
Values‑driven business that puts customers at the heart
Entrepreneurial (supporting innovative ideas via Springboard)
Not bureaucratic (avoiding rules for rules’ sake)
B Corp‑certified with genuine care for people and wellbeing

Environment + Sustainability

2.15 Billion MWh

Net Energy Produced

Total net energy generated through renewable sources.

1.39 Million tCO₂

Carbom Avoided

Tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions prevented through renewable energy projects.

6.81 Million Trees

Trees Planted

Total number of trees planted as part of sustainability efforts.

Core impact goal: accelerate transition to net zero through renewable energy investments
ESG KPIs: funding into renewables, GHz renewable electricity generated, tonnes of carbon avoided
Recent metrics include powering 359,781 homes per year and displacing 646,497 cars
Invested in biodiversity: created Biodiversity Conservation Act reserves at Darlington Point
Secured renewable portfolio: $3 billion with a visible $5 billion pipeline
Launched A$10 billion renewable funds (OASIS & OREO)
CEFC cornerstone commitment of A$150 million across OASIS funds
Owns Australia’s largest solar farm (333 MW Darlington Point); developing 180 MW Dulacca wind farm; multiple utility scale projects
First Nations JV Desert Springs Octopus co-designing 100–150 MW solar + storage projects with benefit-sharing
Voluntary compliance with Modern Slavery Act by April 30, 2023

Inclusion & Diversity

Recruitment aims: unbiased, open to all backgrounds; focus on culture-add, collaboration, technical ability
Octopus Group policy: equal opportunities; Octopus Australia reports annual ESG policy reviewed by Board covering 'People' pillar
No publicly disclosed gender ratios or specific gender-related statistics

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Role

Description

specs management

yield analysis

design tools

procurement support

digital tools

tech oversight

Work collaboratively across the broader Octopus Australia business (investments, development, HSE, legal, energy markets, asset management) to align priorities and manage trade‑offs across the portfolio.
Own and refine standard technical specifications and Principal Project Requirements (PPRs) for solar, BESS, substations and wind balance‑of‑plant, incorporating lessons learned from operating and under‑construction assets.
Oversee technical due diligence, resource monitoring campaigns, yield analysis and revenue assessments in collaboration with development, investments and energy markets teams.
Implement and maintain engineering and construction standards, templates and reporting structures (e.g. design criteria, SLDs, cable schedules, technical specifications, construction reporting).
Build internal design and yield capabilities utilising tools such as PVsyst, PVDesign/RatedPower, AutoCAD and specialist wind software, including guidelines and QA processes.
Provide engineering leadership from early origination and site screening through to operations, including capacity layouts, concept design, constructability reviews and CAPEX inputs.
Support EPC and BOP procurement, including technical scopes, evaluation, clarifications and negotiation of high‑value contracts (EPC, BESS supply, substation, grid connection).
Provide technical support to 3rd‑party Owner’s Engineers and site representatives, ensuring quality, safety, performance and compliance objectives are met.
Represent Octopus with external stakeholders including OEMs, technical advisors, contractors, lenders’ advisors and key industry bodies, building strong long‑term partnerships.
Work closely with the Project Director and Project Managers to provide technical oversight during procurement, construction, commissioning and operation.
Champion the adoption of digital tools and implementation of innovative process (e.g. document management, modelling platforms) and investigate use of AI and automation to streamline workflows.
Line‑manage and mentor a growing team of engineers, creating clear development pathways for subject‑matter experts and future project leaders.

Requirements

solar

bess

wind

leadership

10 years

degree

2. Design, standards, systems and tools

Demonstrated experience leading multi‑disciplinary engineering teams and managing multiple concurrent projects across the full lifecycle (development, design, construction, commissioning and operations).
Strong technical grounding in solar, BESS and/or wind design, grid integration and construction methodologies.
Excellent leadership, coaching and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence at all levels and build a high‑performing, inclusive team.
10 years’ experience in large‑scale power or energy infrastructure, with significant exposure to utility‑scale solar PV and/or BESS; wind experience highly regarded.
Highly organised, comfortable managing complex workloads and shifting priorities in a dynamic environment, with a pragmatic and solutions‑focused mindset.
Experience in the investment or IPP side of the business, with familiarity in project finance concepts.
Degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Civil Engineering (or closely related discipline).
Prior experience in a fast‑growing renewables developer, IPP or EPC, with exposure to both greenfield and brownfield opportunities.
Proven track record of working with EPC/BOP contractors, OEMs and technical advisors on complex, high‑value projects.

Benefits

1. Technical leadership and project lifecycle support

Ongoing learning and career development opportunities
🏡 Flexible working
💰 A competitive salary package including bonus and medical insurance benefits
✈️ Extra Annual Leave entitlement

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

A$11B Assets

Managed Assets

Over A$11 billion in clean energy assets under management, including wind, solar, and battery-storage projects across Australia.

333 MW

Solar Capacity

The Darlington Point Solar Farm, a flagship project, has a 333 MW capacity contributing to clean energy generation.

It manages over A$11 billion in clean energy assets.
The Darlington Point Solar Farm is a 333 MW project.
It includes hybrid sites like Fulham (solar+battery).
Its funds target long-term returns via power-purchase contracts.
They deliver expertise in engineering and asset management across states.
Projects combine solar, wind, and storage to power hundreds of thousands of homes.

Culture + Values

Be Bold
Be Helpful
Be Straightforward
Customer‑obsessed
Ambitious
Friendly
Values‑driven business that puts customers at the heart
Entrepreneurial (supporting innovative ideas via Springboard)
Not bureaucratic (avoiding rules for rules’ sake)
B Corp‑certified with genuine care for people and wellbeing

Environment + Sustainability

2.15 Billion MWh

Net Energy Produced

Total net energy generated through renewable sources.

1.39 Million tCO₂

Carbom Avoided

Tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions prevented through renewable energy projects.

6.81 Million Trees

Trees Planted

Total number of trees planted as part of sustainability efforts.

Core impact goal: accelerate transition to net zero through renewable energy investments
ESG KPIs: funding into renewables, GHz renewable electricity generated, tonnes of carbon avoided
Recent metrics include powering 359,781 homes per year and displacing 646,497 cars
Invested in biodiversity: created Biodiversity Conservation Act reserves at Darlington Point
Secured renewable portfolio: $3 billion with a visible $5 billion pipeline
Launched A$10 billion renewable funds (OASIS & OREO)
CEFC cornerstone commitment of A$150 million across OASIS funds
Owns Australia’s largest solar farm (333 MW Darlington Point); developing 180 MW Dulacca wind farm; multiple utility scale projects
First Nations JV Desert Springs Octopus co-designing 100–150 MW solar + storage projects with benefit-sharing
Voluntary compliance with Modern Slavery Act by April 30, 2023

Inclusion & Diversity

Recruitment aims: unbiased, open to all backgrounds; focus on culture-add, collaboration, technical ability
Octopus Group policy: equal opportunities; Octopus Australia reports annual ESG policy reviewed by Board covering 'People' pillar
No publicly disclosed gender ratios or specific gender-related statistics

Articles

Octopus: a new, many‑armed approach to renewables investment

Octopus announces renewable investment and solar farm acquisition