We are Lightsource bp – and we’re on a mission to become a global leader in onshore renewables, anchored by our proven track record in solar development.
For over a decade we’ve been actively working to diversify the way our world is powered with sustainable and responsible renewable power. We work to safely deliver affordable, reliable, large-scale onshore renewable and energy storage solutions to help the world decarbonize.
Our growing business is constantly innovating and investing to help drive the energy transition. Our people and projects are focused on supporting long-term sustainable growth and energy security.
Lightsource bp was fully acquired by bp in 2024.

KNOWLEDGE

• Working knowledge of the NER (National Electricity Rules) and GPS (Generator Performance Standards).
• Power systems modelling (PSS/E, PS-CAD) ideally with a utility background in power systems planning or operations.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Electrical Engineering

EXPERIENCE

• 3-5 years of experience working in power systems related roles is essential, especially in power system modelling and power quality assessment.
• Proficiency in using power system analysis tools including PSSE, PSCAD, and PowerFactory preferred.
• Experience in renewable energy (solar or wind) will be considered very favourably.
• Capability in training and mentoring engineers and passing on technical competences.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

You will work closely with the technical and development teams to progress connection applications, including assisting with site finding and grid capacity assessments, power system modelling (RMS and EMT), determining performance standards and assisting NSPs and AEMO through the technical due diligence process.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage grid connection studies for our pipeline of solar projects in PSSE and PSCAD to determine key inputs into the EPC process.
• Prepare connection study report, performance standards, releasable user guides and other documentation as required to complete the connection process to the standard required by the NSP and AEMO.
• Support the project with the EPC from the connection application phase through the detailed design and up to commissioning and R2 testing.
• Manage and negotiate the technical performance standards with NSP’s and AEMO