Senior Electrical Engineer - Renewables

Joining Arup

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

As a Senior Electrical Engineer - Renewables at Arup in Sydney, you will play a key role in delivering complex renewable energy projects across Australia and the wider region, working across solar PV, wind, battery energy storage and grid connection initiatives from feasibility through to delivery. You will contribute to power system studies, renewable energy and grid connection assessments, and the design of electrical systems, collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders to deliver high‑quality, practical outcomes.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas.

You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.

The Opportunity

• Deliver electrical engineering inputs for renewable energy projects, including solar PV, wind and battery energy storage systems, supporting projects from feasibility through to detailed design and delivery in line with relevant standards and network requirements.
• Undertake and support power system and grid connection studies, including technical assessments and documentation required for connection applications and generator performance standards within the National Electricity Market.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary project teams and external stakeholders to develop coordinated, practical electrical solutions that meet client, project and regulatory requirements.
• Support and guide junior engineers through day‑to‑day technical input, informal mentoring and knowledge sharing, contributing to team capability and quality outcomes.
• Engage with clients and project stakeholders to provide clear technical input, contribute to meetings and presentations, and support the delivery of trusted, high‑quality advice.

Is this role right for you?

• A Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, with approximately 4-6 years’ relevant industry experience delivering electrical or power systems work within an engineering consultancy or similar project‑based environment.
• Demonstrated experience supporting renewable energy and power systems projects, such as solar PV, wind and/or battery energy storage, including involvement in power system or grid connection studies.
• Working knowledge of power system modelling and analysis, including exposure to tools such as PSSE, PSCAD, PowerFactory or similar, and experience contributing to Generator Performance Standards (GPS) or related connection documentation.
• A solid understanding of Australian electricity networks, standards and regulatory frameworks, with the ability to apply relevant codes, guidelines and safety requirements to project delivery.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams, support junior engineers, and contribute clear technical input to clients and stakeholders.

What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair, and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling eligible members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Explore the perks of a career with Arup Australia

• Hybrid working policy and flexible working hours.

• Paid parental leave for the primary carer of 16 weeks or 32 weeks at half pay and as well as generous unpaid leave benefits.

• Paid parental leave for the non-primary carer of 4 weeks plus the opportunity to access extra paid and unpaid leave of up to 16 weeks if you later become the primary carer (any leave taken at the time will be deducted from the total 16-week parental leave benefit).

• Birthday leave

• Annual leave loading

• Ability to purchase additional leave of up to 20 days for permanent employees.

• International mobility opportunities

• Insurances (life & income protection)

• Interest free solar energy and bicycle loans

• Novated car lease

• Ovasaver including discounts, vouchers, cashback, and exclusive offers on more than 300 retailers.

Different people, shared values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.

Our Application Process
 

Please apply directly through our applicant tracking system. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Talent Acquisition to discuss next steps. Stay safe online – Arup will never ask for your bank details as part of our recruitment process.

Arup does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies.
 

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