Lead Planning Engineer

The RoleA good career opportunity has presented for you to lead and review complex planning and connection assessments associated with the rapidly changing energy landscape within Western Australia.As Senior Planning Engineer you will provide engineering expertise and technical direction to translate complex analysis into clear recommendations that support confident decision-making.Your responsibilities will include:Provide senior-level technical direction and act as a senior technical escalation point for complex network planning activities.Lead distribution planning investigations, planning assessments, connection support material and engineering recommendations.Evaluate planning solutions through detailed technical analysis, including risk assessmentsSupport major grid transformation, and customer connection initiatives by providing continuous expert planning advice and recommendations.Translate technical analysis into proposed solutions, risks and recommendations for managers and stakeholders.Influence internal and external stakeholders through clear, evidence-based technical advice.What you will bring to this roleStrong evidence demonstrating an experienced electrical engineer with significant expertise in distribution network planning and the technical judgement to lead complex engineering investigations.Strong senior-level engineering judgement, with the ability to conduct complex technical investigations, assess risk and provide solutions and recommendations.Strong power system study capabilities including load flow, fault level, voltage stability and network constraint analysis using modelling platforms.Demonstrated experience in technical leadership, mentoring and peer review.Strong communication skills with the ability to turn complex engineering analysis into clear solutions, recommendations and highlighting risks.Qualifications and Requirements for this roleBachelor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering ideally with a Power Systems focus or related discipline.Progress toward Chartered Professional Engineer status through Engineers Australia, or equivalent professional standing, is desirable.Extensive experience in electricity network planning and power systems analysis working with utilities.Experience of using DigSILENT PowerFactory and similar power systems software applications.Full working rights in Australia, visa sponsorship is not supported for this role

SITE MANAGER / SITE LEAD - BATTERY ENERGY STORAGE (BESS) - RENEWABLE ENERGY - GRID (CALIFORNIA, US) Location: Barstow, CaliforniaContract: Freelance / ContractDuration: Minimum 4 Months with high extension potential due to another project kicking offStart: 4 January 2027Sector: Battery Energy Storage / Power InfrastructureThe OpportunityHunter Philips is supporting a leading global energy technology business with the appointment of an experienced Site Manager / Site Lead for an upcoming Battery Energy Storage augmentation project in Barstow, California.The project involves the augmentation of an existing operational BESS facility, with approximately 50MWh of additional energy storage capacity being integrated into the site.Key Responsibilities:Lead day-to-day site activities throughout the BESS augmentation programme.Coordinate contractors, subcontractors and project stakeholders across the site.Oversee logistics, lifting activities and the movement and installation of equipment.Maintain a strong site safety culture and proactively identify and address potential risks.Monitor construction progress against the project programme and escalate potential delays.Coordinate electrical activities associated with approximately 1,500V DC / 1,000V AC systems.Support the resolution of technical and site-related issues throughout delivery.Provide clear progress updates and maintain effective communication between site and project teams.Requirements:Strong electrical construction or site delivery background.Previous experience managing contractors within power or energy infrastructure environments.BESS experience is advantageous but not essential.Candidates from substations, Solar PV, Wind, power generation or similar electrical infrastructure backgrounds will be considered.Previous safety management or Safety Officer experience is highly desirable.Ideally 5+ years of relevant industry experience, with 10+ years preferred.Contract Details:Start: 4 January 2027.Duration will be minimum 4 months, running through toe end of April 2027.Monday–Friday with potential Saturday working.Local / commutable candidates are preferred.For suitable travelling candidates, flights, accommodation and vehicle can be covered separately.Rotational arrangements may potentially be considered for travelling candidates.If you are interested in discussing the opportunity, please apply with your CV or contact me directly at roman.floyd@hunterphilips.com.Interviews are expected to begin next week (week commencing 07.10.26).

SITE MANAGER (CLIENT SIDE) - CONSTRUCTION - UTILITY SCALE SOLAR PV - RENEWABLE ENERGY (TIPPERARY, IRELAND)Location: County Tipperary, IrelandContract: Freelance / ContractDuration: 12 MonthsWorking Arrangement: Site Based – Approx. 4 Days Per WeekThe OpportunityWe are looking to speak with experienced Construction Managers interested in supporting the delivery of a large-scale Solar PV project in County Tipperary, Ireland.The opportunity is with an established renewable energy developer and asset owner with a growing portfolio of Solar PV projects across Ireland. With additional projects expected to move into construction towards the end of 2026 and into 2027, the business is considering adding an experienced contractor to its existing construction delivery team.Key Responsibilities:Oversee site activities and contractor performance throughout construction.Manage project delivery against programme, quality and HSE requirements.Coordinate civil and electrical construction activities and associated project interfaces.Monitor construction progress and identify potential programme or delivery risks.Ensure works are being delivered in accordance with approved designs, specifications and project requirements.Manage and resolve construction issues arising throughout project delivery.Provide clear progress reporting and maintain accurate project records.Support the project through construction, completion, commissioning and handover.Requirements:Prior Construction Management experience within renewable energyCandidates with either a civil or electrical bias will be considered, provided they have experience managing the wider project scope.Strong understanding of construction programme, quality and HSE management.Experience managing EPC contractors or multiple subcontractor interfaces.Able to operate independently and take ownership of site delivery.Contract Details12-Month ContractPotential mobilisation from late 2026 / early 2027Approximately 4 Days Per Week On SiteCounty Tipperary, IrelandPotential for further opportunities across a growing Irish project pipelineIf you would be interested in working with a leading renewable energy developer, please apply by submitting your CV or reach out directly to Roman Floyd at roman.floyd@hunterphilips.com for a confidential discussion.