Job Description

Electrical Field Engineer- Protection Relay

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Posted: 20/07/2026

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Closing Date: 20/08/2026

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Job Type: Permanent - Full Time

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Job Category: Mining,Oil & Gas

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About Powertech

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Powertech is a leading Electrical EPC and Services provider, trusted for delivering complex and critical projects across Oil & Gas, Mining, Utilities, Defence, Infrastructure and Energy sectors since 1998. We embrace innovation and focus on technical excellence with a safety-first mindset. Our inclusive culture fosters collaboration and growth, creating a unique environment where every team member can achieve their full potential.

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Due to continued growth, we're hiring an Electrical Field Engineer-Protection relay in our Brisbane office. Want to elevate your career in a fast-paced, high-impact team? Join Powertech.

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Why Join Us?

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- Flexibility – Work arrangements that suit your lifestyle.
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- Expert Team – Join a crew that values innovation and collaboration.
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- Career Growth – Advance your skills on high-impact projects.
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- Diverse Work – Projects across mining, renewables, defence, rail, and more.
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Job Description

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About the Role

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As a Protection Relay Engineer, you will play a key role in the commissioning, testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting of protection and control systems across a variety of high-voltage power system projects.

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Your responsibilities will include:

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- Commissioning, testing, and maintenance of HV protection systems and schemes.
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- Configuration, testing, and troubleshooting of IEC 61850 and GOOSE communications.
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- Testing and commissioning of HV substations, secondary systems, and primary plant.
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- Commissioning and maintenance of HV/LV electrical assets.
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- Testing and commissioning of power generation systems and power transformers.
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- Providing technical leadership, supervision, mentoring, and training to field technicians and junior engineers.
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- Preparing commissioning documentation, protection test plans, and detailed technical reports.
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- Supporting project delivery while ensuring compliance with safety, quality, schedule, and budget requirements.
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About You

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To be successful in this role, you will have:

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- A Bachelor of Electrical Engineering recognised by Engineers Australia.
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- Minimum 3 years' experience in protection systems, testing, and commissioning.
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- Strong understanding of power system protection principles and relay technologies.
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- Experience with IEC 61850 and GOOSE messaginghighly regarded.
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- Experience using the Omicron suite for protection and secondary systems testing.
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- Knowledge of relevant Australian Standards, industry regulations, and electrical safety requirements.
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- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
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- A demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
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- The ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
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Highly Regarded

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- Power station or generation facility experience.
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- Experience working on utility, mining, or renewable energy projects.
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- Previous site commissioning and fault-finding experience.
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Ready to Join the Team?

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If you're looking to work on projects with a respected industry leader and take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.

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Powertech: 28 years solid in Australia.

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Discover more at powertech.com.au

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We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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📌 Electrical Field Engineer- Protection Relay (Queensland)
🏢 Powertech
📍 Queensland