KEVIN SWANDI
Waterloo
Summary
Renewable energy professional with experience delivering large-scale solar and hybrid PV-BESS projects across the NEM. Expert in system design and project development, with experience in grid studies, leading teams, and coordinating stakeholders to align technical and commercial outcomes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Technical Project Lead
GRUPO COBRA
03.2025 - Current
- Led technical development of multiple >100MW renewable energy projects, including PV-BESS hybrid and onshore wind systems, from early concept through pre-construction design.
- Directed multidisciplinary engineering teams and liaised with stakeholders, including AEMO and TNSPs, to deliver R0 and pre-construction documentation.
- Led feasibility assessments, grid studies, and equipment selection to maximise performance, reduce costs, and streamline project timelines.
- Supported the Grid Connection Manager in overseeing multiple GPS studies across the NEM.
- Provided technical input for commercial tenders, contract scopes, and project acquisitions.
Senior Project Development Engineer
GRUPO COBRA
02.2024 - 02.2025
- Led preliminary design activities for grid connection applications and technical due diligence for hybrid solar farms >100MW.
- Partnered with engineers and the Development Manager to identify greenfield opportunities by assessing transmission line capacities and load flow across the NEM.
- Managed multidisciplinary teams for >100MW brownfield and greenfield hybrid solar and onshore wind projects.
- Oversaw design and permitting of a 132kV transmission line connecting the site to a TNSP substation.
- Liaised with TNSPs to finalise technical requirements for contestable and non-contestable project scopes.
Senior Project Development Engineer
MPOWER GROUP LIMITED
11.2022 - 02.2024
- Partnered with Lead Engineer and On-site Manager to develop detailed construction plans for utility-scale solar farms.
- Coordinated construction documentation to ensure compliance with Environmental Management Plans, Emergency Response Plans, and WHS requirements.
- Designed and reviewed technical specifications for solar projects across NSW and Victoria.
- Conducted technical reviews using PVCase, PVSyst, and HV Cable-Elek to optimise performance and safety.
- Mentored Graduate Engineers, improving technical proficiency and project capabilities.
Project Manager Engineering
PHOTON ENERGY AUSTRALIA
01.2021 - 10.2022
- Managed C&I rooftop PV projects across Australia, including a 3MW warehouse rollout in NSW.
- Directed procurement, WHS compliance, and stakeholder coordination.
- Liaised with DNSPs across the NEM to manage connection applications.
- Mentored junior engineers on Australian Standards compliance and design optimisation.
Project Manager Engineering
GLOBAL SUSTAINABLE ENERGY SOLUTIONS
04.2019 - 10.2020
- Led the initial design for a 7.2 MW ground-mounted solar system in Victoria.
- Oversaw DNSP connection applications and designed rooftop solar systems (100kW–500kW).
- Managed solar connection application processes with multiple DNSPs across Queensland, Victoria, and New South Wales.
- Designed multiple rooftop solar systems for private schools and warehouses across Australia.
- Mentored an overseas team to support the Australian team in design tasks.
Project Engineer
EARLIER ROLES
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Autonomous Energy – Project Engineer (Oct 2018 – Mar 2019): Delivered solar systems, prepared DNSP applications, and managed procurement.
- Advanced Boilers and Combustion – Assistant Engineer (Nov 2017 – Oct 2018): Designed feedwater tanks, boiler platforms, and ventilation wiring systems to Australian Standards.
- Piranti Tritama – Project Engineer (Aug 2015 – Jun 2016): Designed and supervised diesel generator–substation connections and installation.
Education
Master of Engineering - Electrical Engineering
University of Sydney
Sydney, Australia06.2018
Bachelor of Electrical Engineering - Telecommunication
Tarumanagara University
Jakarta, Indonesia06.2015
Skills
- PV system design: PVCase, PVSyst, HV Cable-Elek
- Grid & system studies: PSSE, PSCAD
- CAD & engineering tools: AutoCAD, Sketch-Up, MATLAB, PLC programming
- Project management & documentation: Microsoft Office Suite
Certification
- Clean Grid Integration of Renewables using PSCAD – UNSW
- Clean Energy Council (CEC) Accredited Grid-Connect Solar System Designer
- Clean Energy Council (CEC) Accredited BESS Designer
- Omron Electronics Certificate: Introduction to Modular PLC & Intermediate Programming
- Best Graduate, Electrical Engineering, Tarumanagara University (GPA: 3.84/4.00)
Language
English (Fluent), Indonesian (Native), German (Basic), Malay (Basic)
Hobbies and Interests
Basketball, Motorsport, Music
Timeline
Technical Project Lead
GRUPO COBRA
03.2025 - Current
Senior Project Development Engineer
GRUPO COBRA
02.2024 - 02.2025
Senior Project Development Engineer
MPOWER GROUP LIMITED
11.2022 - 02.2024
Project Manager Engineering
PHOTON ENERGY AUSTRALIA
01.2021 - 10.2022
Project Manager Engineering
GLOBAL SUSTAINABLE ENERGY SOLUTIONS
04.2019 - 10.2020
Project Engineer
EARLIER ROLES
01.2015 - 01.2019
Master of Engineering - Electrical Engineering
University of Sydney
Bachelor of Electrical Engineering - Telecommunication
Tarumanagara University
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