Principal Engineer Solar Melbourne

About Bureau Veritas

Created in 1828, Bureau Veritas is a world leader in laboratory testing, inspection and certification services.

We have a vital role in maintaining quality, safety and environmental standards of countless products, commodities, systems, buildings, infrastructure, and projects.

In every industry sector we play, Bureau Veritas acts as a trusted guardian of the quality, safety and environmental standards which protect our population and safeguard our communities.

For over 70 years, Bureau Veritas has been serving the Pacific, including Australia and New Zealand. Today, our business 2,800+ employees and operates 50 offices and labs across the Pacific.

Industrials

Bureau Veritas provides testing, inspection, and verification services that assist industrial clients to minimise their operational risks and optimise asset performance. Our expert solutions span the entire asset lifecycle, from initial project planning, design review to ongoing operational support and end-of-life management.

The Opportunity

This is a rare opportunity to step into a lead technical role supporting major utility‑scale renewable energy projects across Australia. As a trusted Owner’s Engineer (OE), you will be seconded directly to clients, acting as their day‑to‑day engineering advisor on large‑scale solar and BESS developments. You’ll guide critical engineering decisions, ensure technical excellence, and help navigate complex permitting, design, and grid‑connection processes. Backed by a strong multidisciplinary team, you’ll take the lead while still enjoying the support of specialists across key engineering disciplines. This role suits an influential engineer who thrives in a client‑facing environment and wants to make a measurable impact in the transition to clean energy.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert technical leadership across Solar PV, BESS and Balance of Plant (BoP) design and delivery
• Lead engineering support as an Owner’s Engineer on 1–2 major renewable projects at a time
• Review and develop tender documentation, design packages and project specifications
• Conduct technical assessments and contribute to high‑quality red‑flag and TDD reporting
• Oversee compliance with regulatory requirements, performance guarantees and warranty conditions
• Support EPC, O&M and supply contract negotiations, ensuring robust technical outcomes
• Manage OEM and vendor engagement to maintain quality, schedule and delivery standards
• Guide clients through the grid connection process across the NEM and SWIS regions
  
  

About You

• Degree‑qualified Electrical Engineer
• Minimum 7 years’ experience delivering utility‑scale renewable projects in Australia
• Proven success acting as an Owner’s Engineer with deep understanding of project risk and lifecycle
• High‑level knowledge of planning permits, development approvals and regulatory frameworks
• Strong client engagement and stakeholder communication skills, with professional presence
• Demonstrated ability to produce high‑fidelity technical reports and documentation
• Recognised accreditation (NER, RPEQ, RPEV, CPEng) highly desirable
• Advantageous if you bring established industry relationships
  
  

How We Care

We offer a competitive salary and an opportunity to advance your career in a leading global organisation, as well as:

• We offer a competitive salary and an opportunity to advance your career in a leading global organisation, as well as:
• Fantastic Training and Development opportunities
• Discounted Health & Wellbeing Platform
• Free access to our Employee Assistance Program supported by Lifework’s
• Discounted Health Insurance with Bupa
• Access to Cliqit, an employee retail discounts portal
• Superannuation Salary Sacrifice
  
  

A rewarding career

This role offers more than building a resume—it’s a chance to leave your mark. We offer you the opportunity to build your career and give you the recognition you deserve. Make an impact doing work you can be proud of at Bureau Veritas. Contribute to a global mission to enhance standards with integrity and help us create a brighter future for our next generations, and a safer society for us all. The opportunity to work within a supportive close-knit team, learn new skills and gain training which could lead to the broader Bureau Veritas network for future career development.

Apply now to join Bureau Veritas and help us create a brighter future for our next generations, and a safer society for us all.

Bureau Veritas is an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for roles at Bureau Veritas, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, Veterans (Defence experience is desirable) and people of all backgrounds. If you have any support or access requirements, we will partner with you and assist you through our recruitment process.

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