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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Solid 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