Innovation Project Engineer, APAC

We are Lightsource bp 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 operates with five core values: Safety , Integrity , Respect , Sustainability , and Drive . We seek to attract and hire individuals who share our commitment to creating a safe workplace, uphold the highest standards of integrity, and demonstrate respect for colleagues, communities, and the environment. Our recruitment process promotes sustainability by valuing long-term growth and responsible practices, while seeking candidates with the drive to innovate and lead in the global energy transition. Together, these values shape how we engage, assess, and welcome talent to join us in delivering transformational solar power solutions worldwide. Lightsource bp was fully acquired by bp in 2024. Purpose of the role        Lightsource bp Innovation Team delivers technical innovation projects and supports the introduction of new technologies and methodologies to the company across the globe. In addition, the team provides technology support and analytics for our existing global portfolio. As an Innovation Project Engineer the role will provide deep technical and functional support across the life cycle as well as HSE/compliance of solar and BESS facilities. The role is responsible for the full delivery of industrial scale trials, with focus on technical robustness and due diligence on new renewable technology targets. As part of a dynamic and diverse team within an international organisation, strong communication is a constant requirement, including interaction with different time zones. Additionally, the role has regular requirement for out-of-hours working with regards to site visits 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 Lightsource bp remains at the forefront of renewable energy technologies relevant to the company’s strategic goals. The innovation engineering team focuses on enabling the industrialisation and field trials of disruptive tech. Deliver industrial scale field trials of innovative and specialised technology in renewables with focus on PV, BESS, and hybrid Lead and take accountability for managing the full lifecycles of multiple parallel innovation projects. Adapt project activities to business needs and priorities. Prioritise HSE in delivery of all innovation activities. Liaise and document impact of…