Job Description

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- Lead electrical engineering tasks across all project phases, from design and implementation to operation and maintenance of renewable energy power plants
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- Design and select primary electrical plant, including HV switchgear, transformers and HV cables
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- Design and select secondary systems, including CTs, VTs, protection devices, STATCOMs and tariff metering
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- Undertake protection, load flow and fault studies using power systems analysis software
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- Prepare Scopes of Work, tender documentation packages, equipment specifications, data sheets and instrumentation setting sheets
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- Develop, review, optimise, mark up and modify electrical drawings, including single-line diagrams, layouts, cable sizing, power losses and grid compliance studies
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- Compile design calculations for earthing, protection systems and cable sizing
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- Support clients and project teams during sales, installation and commissioning phases
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- Apply value engineering principles to deliver cost-effective, high-quality outcomes
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Requirements

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- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering
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- Postgraduate qualifications in Power Systems or Renewable Energy Engineering are advantageous
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- 5+ years of experience in electrical engineering within renewable energy, wind energy or utility-scale power generation projects
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- Robust experience in HV and MV electrical system design, including substations, transformers, switchgear, protection systems and cable networks
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- Knowledge of load flow, short circuit, harmonic analysis, grid compliance assessments and grid connection processes, including Generator Performance Standards (GPS)
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- Proficiency in DIgSILENT PowerFactory, AutoCAD and Microsoft Office Suite
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- Understanding of Australian electrical standards, grid codes and renewable energy grid integration requirements
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- Analytical, problem-solving and communication skills
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- Ability to collaborate with clients, contractors and multidisciplinary teams
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- Commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement
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- Stakeholder management skills with customers, consultants, network providers and internal teams
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Core Competencies

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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.

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Highest-signal resume keywords

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- Bachelor's Degree In Electrical Engineering
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- 5+ Years Experience In Renewable Energy Projects
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- HV And MV Electrical System Design
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- DIgSILENT PowerFactory Proficiency
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- Knowledge Of Australian Electrical Standards
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ATS Optimization Keywords

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Hard Skills

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- Electrical System Design
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- Load Flow Analysis
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- Protection System Design
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- Cable Sizing Calculations
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- Grid Compliance Studies
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- Single-Line Diagram Development
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- Value Engineering Principles
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- Fault Studies
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- Transformer Selection
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- Switchgear Design
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Soft Skills

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- Analytical Skills
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- Problem-Solving Skills
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- Communication Skills
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- Collaboration Skills
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- Commitment To Safety
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Certifications & Qualifications

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- Postgraduate Qualifications In Power Systems
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- Postgraduate Qualifications In Renewable Energy Engineering
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Industry Keywords

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- Renewable Energy
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- Wind Energy
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- Utility-Scale Power Generation
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- Grid Connection Processes
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- Generator Performance Standards
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Tools & Technologies

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- DIgSILENT PowerFactory
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- AutoCAD
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- Microsoft Office Suite
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📌 Project Engineer - Electrical (Victoria)
🏢 Jobtailor
📍 Victoria