Grid Connection Manager

Akaysha Energy is seeking a Grid Connection Manager to oversee the grid connection process for battery energy storage projects in Brisbane, Melbourne, or Sydney. This full-time, hybrid role involves collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders, managing application processes, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Candidates should have a degree in Electrical Engineering and experience in renewables. The position offers competitive pay and benefits.
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia; Cremorne, Victoria, Australia; Sydney, New South Wales, AustraliaAre you ready to help build a brighter, cleaner tomorrow?At Akaysha Energy, we’re building big, fast, and with purpose. Since 2021, we’ve grown to over 150 people across four countries, and we’re proud to lead the energy transition with mega-scale battery storage solutions that we design, build, own and operate.Backed by BlackRock, we’re a portfolio company under Global Infrastructure Partners working to make clean, reliable energy accessible around the world. But what we are really building is a better future for everyone we share the planet with.As a Grid Connection Manager reporting to the Senior Manager, Grid Connection & Technology, you’ll lead the end-to-end grid connection process for 3-4 of our battery energy storage (BESS) projects working closely working with NSPs, AEMO and Akaysha's internal teams. This is a full-time, hybrid role, based in our Melbourne, Sydney or Brisbane office, 2-3 days per week.What you’ll doLead the Connection Application processes, including Connection Enquiries, Generator Performance Standards (GPS), Connection Application R0, R1 design/modelling packages, R2 validation and testing, Hold Point testing and all registration submissions for approval by AEMO/NSP.Collaborate with Akaysha’s Business Developers and Engineering teams on optimising project designs, equipment selection and grid connection planning.Liaise with OEMs, external engineering consultants and AEMO/NSPs, including troubleshooting of power system models and control system performance.Negotiate technical performance standards with AEMO and NSPs in consideration of Akaysha’s long-term operation of the assets and regulatory requirements.Support regulatory analysis of new rules and regulations in the NEM and other global markets, including submitting responses to AEMC rule changes and other NEM / non-NEM market regulations.What you’ll bringDegree in Electrical, Control, or Power Systems Engineering (BE, BSc, or MS)Demonstrated experience in renewables and electrical engineeringKnowledge of NEM grid connection processes and Australian engineering standardsExperience working on utility-scale renewable or power transmission projectsFamiliarity with power system modelling tools (PSSE, PSCAD, Powerfactory)Willingness to travel domestically periodicallyWork on projects that are big, bold, and making a real impactCompetitive pay with above-market performance bonusesGenerous benefits including annual wellbeing allowance, professional development support, paid parental leave, and mobile phone allowanceFlexible, hybrid work with centrally located, modern officesA passionate, growing team with a strong focus on learning, shared purpose and supportive leadership.We believe diverse teams build better solutions for the planet and its people. We’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, supported, and able to do their best work, no matter their background, identity, or lived experience.Be part of today’s most tomorrow company. Apply now.Apply for this job*indicates a required fieldFirst Name *Last Name *Email *Phone *Resume/CV *Enter manuallyAccepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtfEnter manuallyAccepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf
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