HV Protection Relay Field Engineer – Brisbane

Powertech Talent Portal; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Powertech is hiring an Electrical Field Engineer-Protection relay in Brisbane to lead commissioning, testing and maintenance of HV protection systems across diverse power projects. You will configure, test and troubleshoot IEC 61850 and GOOSE communications, while mentoring field technicians and ensuring safety and quality.

The role requires a Bachelor of Electrical Engineering (Engineers Australia), 3+ years in protection systems, and strong communication and stakeholder skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Electrical Engineering recognised by Engineers Australia.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in protection systems, testing and commissioning.
• Experience with IEC 61850 and GOOSE messaging highly regarded.
• Experience using the Omicron suite for protection and secondary systems testing.
• Knowledge of relevant Australian Standards, industry regulations, and electrical safety requirements.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Commissioning, testing and maintenance of HV protection systems and schemes.
• Configuration, testing and troubleshooting of IEC 61850 and GOOSE communications.
• Testing and commissioning of HV substations, secondary systems and primary plant.
• Commissioning and maintenance of HV/LV electrical assets.
• Testing and commissioning of power generation systems and transformers.
• Provide technical leadership, supervision, mentoring and training to field technicians and junior engineers.
• Prepare commissioning documentation, protection test plans and detailed technical reports.
• Support project delivery while ensuring safety, quality, schedule and budget requirements.

Skills

Protection principles

Relay technologies

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Electrical Engineering (Engineers Australia)

Tools

Omicron suite

IEC 61850

GOOSE messaging

Job description

Powertech is hiring an Electrical Field Engineer-Protection relay in Brisbane to lead commissioning, testing and maintenance of HV protection systems across diverse power projects. You will configure, test and troubleshoot IEC 61850 and GOOSE communications, while mentoring field technicians and ensuring safety and quality.

The role requires a Bachelor of Electrical Engineering (Engineers Australia), 3+ years in protection systems, and strong communication and stakeholder skills.