Lead electrical engineering tasks across all project phases, from design and implementation to operation and maintenance of renewable energy power plants
Design and select primary electrical plant, including HV switchgear, transformers and HV cables
Design and select secondary systems, including CTs, VTs, protection devices, STATCOMs and tariff metering
Undertake protection, load flow and fault studies using power systems analysis software
Prepare Scopes of Work, tender documentation packages, equipment specifications, data sheets and instrumentation setting sheets
Develop, review, optimise, mark up and modify electrical drawings, including single-line diagrams, layouts, cable sizing, power losses and grid compliance studies
Compile design calculations for earthing, protection systems and cable sizing
Support clients and project teams during sales, installation and commissioning phases
Apply value engineering principles to deliver cost-effective, high-quality outcomes
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering
Postgraduate qualifications in Power Systems or Renewable Energy Engineering are advantageous
5+ years of experience in electrical engineering within renewable energy, wind energy or utility-scale power generation projects
Robust experience in HV and MV electrical system design, including substations, transformers, switchgear, protection systems and cable networks
Knowledge of load flow, short circuit, harmonic analysis, grid compliance assessments and grid connection processes, including Generator Performance Standards (GPS)
Proficiency in DIgSILENT PowerFactory, AutoCAD and Microsoft Office Suite
Understanding of Australian electrical standards,



grid codes and renewable energy grid integration requirements
Analytical, problem-solving and communication skills
Ability to collaborate with clients, contractors and multidisciplinary teams
Commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement
Stakeholder management skills with customers, consultants, network providers and internal teams
Core Competencies
Demonstrates expertise in electrical engineering for renewable energy projects, with a strong focus on HV and MV system design, compliance with Australian electrical standards, and effective stakeholder management.
Proficient in using power systems analysis software and CAD tools to deliver high-quality engineering solutions.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Bachelor's Degree In Electrical Engineering
5+ Years Experience In Renewable Energy Projects
HV And MV Electrical System Design
DIgSILENT PowerFactory Proficiency
Knowledge Of Australian Electrical Standards
ATS Optimization Keywords
Hard Skills
Electrical System Design
Load Flow Analysis
Protection System Design
Cable Sizing Calculations
Grid Compliance Studies
Single-Line Diagram Development
Value Engineering Principles
Fault Studies
Transformer Selection
Switchgear Design
Soft Skills
Analytical Skills
Problem-Solving Skills
Communication Skills
Collaboration Skills
Commitment To Safety
Certifications & Qualifications
Postgraduate Qualifications In Power Systems
Postgraduate Qualifications In Renewable Energy Engineering
Industry Keywords
Renewable Energy
Wind Energy
Utility-Scale Power Generation
Grid Connection Processes
Generator Performance Standards
Tools & Technologies
DIgSILENT PowerFactory
AutoCAD
Microsoft Office Suite
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📌 Project Engineer – Electrical (Melbourne)
🏢 Jobtailor
📍 Melbourne