Senior Commissioning Manager - APAC

Our Company
Welcome to Energy Vault® (NYSE:NRGV), a global energy storage and power infrastructure company focused on owning, operating, and enabling resilient, dispatchable energy assets.

Energy Vault’s focus is to deliver reliable, flexible power that supports the evolving needs of modern grids, communities, and large energy users. Since 2024, the Company has centered its strategy on an Independent Power Producer (IPP) model, developing, building, owning, and operating critical energy assets around the world.

Energy Vault operates globally, with headquarters in Westlake Village, California and Lugano, Switzerland, and regional development across North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia. The Company partners with utilities, grid operators, and large energy consumers to deliver infrastructure that strengthens grid reliability, enables renewable integration, and supports long-term energy security.

By combining asset ownership with advanced technologies and integration expertise, Energy Vault is building the next generation of critical energy infrastructure, delivering dependable power when and where it matters most.

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Our Values
We Commit: To Building a Better Future for Earth and All Its Beings.
We Innovate: Cutting Edge Solutions to Accelerate the Unique Energy Aspirations of Our Clients.
We Connect: To Build Genuine Relationships.
We Deliver: Going Above & Beyond by Being Fast & Nimble.
We Lead: With Authenticity and Purpose.

Your Impact as a Senior Commissioning Manager:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Commissioning Manager to lead our commissioning team in the delivery of cutting-edge Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) projects in Australia. This role is ideal for a professional with a strong electrical engineering background, combined with proven leadership skills, and a track record of delivering complex energy automation systems.

Your Mission: :
• Lead the commissioning process: Oversee the installation, testing, and commissioning of BESS, Energy Management Systems (EMS), power plant networks, and Balance of Plants.

• Provide technical oversight: Review electrical engineering designs and documents, ensuring they meet project requirements and standards. Develop and implement technical documentation for commissioning procedures.

• Coordinate cross-disciplinary teams: Work closely with electrical, civil, mechanical, network, and software engineering teams to ensure seamless integration and delivery of projects.

• Schedule management: Plan, schedule, and manage multiple commissioning projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion within budget.

• Quality assurance: In collaboration with the HSEQ Manager, establish and enforce quality standards, ensuring all systems meet operational and safety requirements.

• Stakeholder communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, providing regular updates and addressing concerns during the installation and commissioning phases.

• Team development: Mentor and train commissioning engineers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.

Your Background: :
Educational Background:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.

• Relevant certifications in energy systems or automation are a plus.

Experience:

• 5+ years in delivering electrical systems, including Power Plants, Substations, and Battery Energy Storage projects.

• 3+ years in a leadership or management role, overseeing commissioning BESS projects.

Technical Expertise:

• Extensive knowledge of SCADA standards and products.

• Proficiency in Network troubleshooting including communication interfaces such as Fiber-optic, serial interface, and direct signal interface

• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, OPC DA/OPC UA, DNP3).

• Experience with HMI/SCADA systems and tools like Visio or AutoCAD.

• Familiarity with IEC standards (e.g., IEC-61850, IEC-61870-104-5).

Soft Skills:

• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Ability to lead teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Additional Qualities:

• Willingness to travel up to 75% for project oversight and delivery.

• Passion for sustainability and a commitment to advancing clean energy solutions.

Preferred Skills

• Comfort in fast-paced, rapid growth environments.

• A passion for sustainability, our mission, and our vision is a bonus!

Benefits of Powering the Future with Energy Vault: :
• Annual bonus plan.

• Restricted Stock Units (RSUs).

• Reimbursement for approved home office equipment.

• Reimbursement for home internet, including mobile phone, up to AUD $85 per month.

• Wellbeing Leave.

• Employee Assistance Program.

• Access to novated leasing.

• Option to purchase additional leave.

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At Energy Vault we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants. We believe inclusion creates opportunity for collaborative excellence through diversity of thought. We invite individuals of all genders, races, identities, ethnicities, sexual orientations, national origins, abilities, protected veteran status, religions, educational and socioeconomic backgrounds to explore employment with our organization.

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