Power Generation Engineer - Wind
At Aurecon, we are optimistic about the future. We are thinkers, solvers, and collaborators who work with our clients to deliver the infrastructure and assets that strengthen communities and create a sustainable future.
What You'll Do
As a Power Generation Engineer with a focus on wind technology, you’ll play a key role within Aurecon’s Power Generation team, partnering closely with clients and colleagues to deliver wind projects with clarity, confidence and care.
You’ll be trusted for your technical leadership, valued for how you collaborate, and supported to influence outcomes across the full project lifecycle.
In this role you will:
Provide technical leadership across the full lifecycle of wind farm projects, from feasibility studies and due diligence through to detailed design, construction and commissioning.
Lead technical reviews as an Owner's Engineer, assessing wind turbine supplier proposals, balance of plant (BoP) designs, energy yield assessments and project performance models.
Prepare and review key project deliverables, including technical specifications, tender evaluations, risk assessments and engineering reports.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across environmental, planning, civil, structural and electrical disciplines to optimise wind farm layouts, turbine siting and supporting infrastructure.
Partner with clients to navigate complex technical challenges, providing trusted advice throughout project development, construction monitoring and commissioning activities.
Stay at the forefront of emerging technologies, market trends and industry best practices, helping to bring innovative and future-focused solutions to every project.
What You'll Bring
You're a technically strong and collaborative engineer who is passionate about the energy transition and motivated by the opportunity to make a lasting impact through renewable energy projects.
You'll bring:
Relevant Engineering qualifications and a background in renewable energy, power generation, mechanical, civil or a related discipline.
Demonstrated experience delivering wind energy projects in a technical, consulting, developer, contractor or Owner's Engineer capacity.
Strong knowledge of wind turbine technology, balance of plant systems, grid connection requirements and associated civil, structural and electrical interfaces.
Experience reviewing technical documentation, conducting design reviews and supporting project delivery across multiple project phases.
A working knowledge of relevant industry standards, regulations and compliance requirements, including IEC, ISO and HSE frameworks.
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships and translate technical information into practical outcomes.
A collaborative mindset, curiosity to learn and a passion for helping shape the future of renewable energy.
How we support your growth
We believe your career should be a rewarding adventure. You will tackle some of the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges, in an environment that supports your ambitions, where we hold ourselves, and each other, to the highest standards. Recognised by the AFR as a Best Place to Work in 2026, we embrace diverse perspectives, giving you the opportunity to make a real impact.
Who we are
We are an engineering consultancy with more than 6,000 people across Australia, New Zealand and Asia. We believe the world needs people who can engineer possibilities; people who can create infrastructure that makes life better for people and the planet. That is why we are here – to bring ideas to life, the Aurecon way.
Ready for your next adventure?
If this sounds like your next step, we’d love to hear from you. We value diverse experiences and welcome applications for part-time or flexible working arrangements. For recruitment adjustments, contact [email protected].
Our hiring decisions are made by people, not AI. We’re most interested in your individual thinking and experiences—so please ensure your application reflects your authentic perspective.
Skills Required
- Relevant engineering qualification in renewable energy, power generation, mechanical, civil or related discipline.
- Demonstrated experience delivering wind energy projects in consulting, developer, contractor or Owner's Engineer roles.
- Strong knowledge of wind turbine technology, balance of plant systems, and grid connection requirements.
- Experience reviewing technical documentation, conducting design reviews and supporting multi-phase project delivery.
- Working knowledge of relevant industry standards, regulations and compliance requirements (IEC, ISO, HSE frameworks).
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Collaborative mindset and ability to partner with multidisciplinary teams.
- Curiosity to learn and passion for renewable energy.
What We Do
Aurecon is a design, engineering, and advisory company that provides integrated solutions across the entire asset lifecycle to tackle complex global challenges.
