Electrical Engineer (Renewables)

TL;DR

Electrical Engineer (Renewables/HV): Designing and delivering electrical infrastructure for grid connections, utility-scale solar PV, and BESS with an accent on high-voltage (HV) design and Australian regulatory compliance. Focus on producing detailed design packages, managing grid connection works, and ensuring safe commissioning of power systems.

Location: Remote (Must be based in Australia)

Company

hirify.global is a renewable energy startup building a fully integrated energy company and a decentralized platform of smart devices to optimize grid stability.

What you will do

• Act as the electrical SME across grid, solar, BESS, and data center projects.
• Produce and own detailed electrical designs, including single-line diagrams, equipment specifications, and protection schemes.
• Ensure compliance with AEMO technical standards, DNSP requirements, and AS/NZS standards.
• Manage grid connection works and validate fault level, load flow, and protection coordination studies.
• Support and witness testing, energization, and commissioning of HV infrastructure.
• Provide engineering assurance for technical due diligence and lender advisory.

Requirements

• 5–10+ years of electrical engineering experience in power, utilities, or renewables.
• Substantial HV experience specifically within the Australian market.
• Proven track record of producing and owning electrical designs independently.
• Deep expertise in substations, protection, and power distribution design.
• Working knowledge of the National Electricity Rules, AEMO, and AS/NZS electrical standards.
• Experience with commissioning and energization of HV infrastructure in Australia.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary and biannual bonus scheme.
• Fully expensed tech equipment tailored to your needs.
• Paid annual leave.