Senior Innovation Engineer, APAC

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 decarbonise. 

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.

What You’ll do (the role)             

Lightsourcebp Innovation Team delivers technical innovation projects and provides support across all areas of the global organization and business activities.

As a Senior Innovation Engineer your role will lead and drive the development and integration of innovative renewable energy technologies and solutions tailored to the Asia Pacific market.

The role focuses on advancing cutting-edge engineering approaches and technologies that enhance the performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness of renewable energy projects, including solar, wind, energy storage, and hybrid systems.

This position plays a critical part in shaping the future technology roadmap and supporting the company’s commitment to sustainability and clean energy transition.

Duties and responsibilities

The goal of the Innovation group is to ensure that Lightsourcebp remains at the forefront on renewable energy technologies relevant to the company forward strategic goals. The innovation engineering team focuses on enabling the industrialization and field trials of disruptive tech.

Core Innovation activity

•                 Engage with Lightsourcebp teams to identify opportunities for innovation to drive value in the business and set APAC innovation priorities and strategy

•                 Evaluate internal and external proposals for innovation technologies and topics

•                 Identify and lead technology innovation projects targeting renewable energy technologies relevant for deployment at Lightsourcebp (TRL* 4 and above)

•                 Conduct technology reviews including desktop review, installation supervision, performance validation and factory inspection.

•                 Conduct detailed feasibility studies, technical analysis, and modelling using industry-standard tools to assess technology potential and economic viability.

•                 Implement, manage and supervise prototype and test installations and validation activity

•                 Collaborate cross-functionally with other Lightsource bp teams including engineering, business development, strategy, and finance

•                 Engage externally with including technology vendors, contractors, consultants, research institutions, and regulatory bodies.

•                 Monitor and evaluate emerging global renewable energy trends, adapting and integrating relevant technologies to align with relevant business need, regulatory, environmental, and grid-requirements.

Wider role

•                 Act as a Health and Safety champion, complying with and promoting Lightsourcebp process and procedures

•                 Support Failure / Root Cause analysis activities and input to resolution of technology, construction quality and performance issues

•                 Represent Lightsourcebp externally at industry events

•                 Provide technical leadership and mentorship within Lightsourcebp to junior engineers and team members, fostering skills development and knowledge sharing.

Who we’re looking for

Knowledge / Experience

               Minimum Requirements

•                 Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Renewable Energy Engineering, or a closely related field.

•                 7 years’ experience in the renewable energy sector, including at least 3 years focusing on innovation, R&D, or advanced engineering roles in construction and operations.

•                 Good understanding of Australian energy market regulations, grid connection requirements, and environmental standards.

•                 Proven expertise in one or more renewable energy technologies such as solar PV, wind turbines, energy storage, or hybrid systems.

•                 Experience using technical modelling and simulation software relevant to renewable energy system design and performance evaluation.

•                 Demonstrated success in managing projects from concept through testing to commercial implementation.

•                 Familiarity with system integration challenges and solutions in the context of renewable energy assets.

Advantageous

•                 Post graduate degree (PhD or Master’s)

•                 Extensive network across a range of renewable relevant sources with knowledge of Industry main stakeholders (Technical Advisors, investors, EPCs, Third Parties lab…)

•                 Previous engagement with Australian utilities, regulators, and research bodies

Work Skills

•                 Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to independently troubleshoot complex engineering challenges.

•                 Excellent project management and organisational abilities, capable of handling multiple initiatives simultaneously.

•                 Effective communicator, able to liaise with technical and non-technical stakeholders clearly and persuasively.

•                 Collaborative mindset with proven ability to work across multidisciplinary teams and external partnerships.

•                 Forward-thinking and adaptable, staying current with latest innovations and industry best practices.

•                 Passionate about sustainability and committed to advancing renewable energy solutions in APAC.

•                 Leadership qualities with experience mentoring junior team members and guiding technical discussion

•                 Must have the right to work in Australia

Why you’ll want to work for us

Our company is a place where you can be yourself and grow; a place where your ideas and opinions matter.

Be you

We pride ourselves on being an inclusive community, where every individual is valued and treated with respect.

Be responsible

Our culture is driven by our core values. From operating safely to ensuring our solar projects are responsible and promote biodiversity. 

Be recognized

Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a variety of benefits including annual bonus, retention bank, health insurance, pension and other local benefits.

Be inspired

Beyond your day-to-day working life at Lightsource bp, there’s a variety of initiatives that will contribute to your own personal development. Initiatives to get involved with including our charitable causes, supporting our solar honey project or our sustainability initiatives.

Our Core Values

Lightsource bp truly cares about creating a sustainable future through safe, responsible and meaningful low carbon energy projects. Our core values of Safety, Integrity, Respect, Sustainability and Drive are the guiding principles for everything we do. 

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