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 (Port Phillip City)
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📍 Port Phillip City