Job Description

Principal Protection Engineer

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Overview

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We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated Principal Protection Engineer to join our team. This leadership role offers an exciting opportunity to drive technical excellence in high-voltage (HV) transmission and distribution substation projects while mentoring and guiding a team of engineers. If you have a deep expertise in protection engineering, a strong track record in delivering complex energy-sector projects, and a passion for innovation, we invite you to apply for this pivotal role.

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Responsibilities

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- Lead the development and delivery of protection and control designs for HV transmission and distribution substations.
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- Provide technical oversight for protection relay setting calculations, coordination studies, and fault-level analysis.
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- Drive the preparation and review of protection philosophies, settings reports, and technical documentation.
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- Oversee the design of secondary systems, including AC/DC schematics, wiring diagrams, interlocking, and control circuits.
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- Review vendor documentation and ensure alignment with project standards and specifications.
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- Collaborate with primary, civil, and commissioning teams, ensuring integrated and seamless project execution.
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- Act as the key interface with network service providers, clients, and equipment manufacturers, representing the organization in high-level technical discussions.
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- Provide leadership during testing, commissioning, and energisation activities, ensuring compliance with technical, safety, and quality benchmarks.
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- Ensure all designs strictly adhere to relevant Australian Standards,



utility requirements, and client specifications.
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- Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous professional development.
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- Contribute to strategic initiatives, technical reviews, and the continuous improvement of engineering processes and deliverables.
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Qualifications

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- Extensive experience (10+ years highly regarded) in protection engineering within the electricity transmission, distribution, or renewable energy sectors.
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- Expert-level understanding of HV protection principles, protection relay technologies, and system applications.
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- Solid track record of completing protection settings, coordination studies, and advanced fault analysis for complex projects.
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- In-depth knowledge of transmission and distribution substation secondary systems and protections.
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- Proficiency in protection study software such as ETAP, PowerFactory, or equivalent is considered a solid asset.
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- Advanced familiarity with protection relays from leading manufacturers, including SEL, Siemens, GE, ABB/Hitachi Energy, and Schneider Electric.
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- Demonstrated experience applying Australian utility standards and working with network service provider requirements.
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- Strong stakeholder management skills and experience engaging with senior clients, vendors, and cross-disciplinary teams.
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- Proven ability to coach and mentor engineers, fostering technical growth and career development.
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Day-to-Day

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- Drive technical leadership across the team, ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality protection and control engineering designs.
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- Oversee and validate detailed technical analyses, calculations, and documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance.
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- Lead collaborative efforts with stakeholders to meet project objectives and resolve complex engineering challenges.
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- Act as the principal point of contact for escalated technical issues and provide expert guidance during project execution phases.
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- Provide hands-on guidance and leadership during project-critical milestones, including testing, commissioning, and energisation.
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- Support the continuous improvement of technical standards, processes, and project delivery methodologies within the organization.
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Benefits

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- Attractive remuneration package, including leadership incentives.
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- Leadership role with opportunities to shape and grow a high-performing team.
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- Work on industry-leading projects, including renewable and sustainable energy initiatives.
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- Inclusive and collaborative workplace culture, with a focus on innovation.
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- Continuous professional development and support for certifications in advanced technical areas.
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- Access to unique, challenging projects with prominent industry clients and stakeholders on a global scale.
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📌 Principal Secondary/Protection Engineer (Perth)
🏢 Enemix
📍 Perth