Primary System Engineer

AL7903 GE Grid Australia Pty Ltd; City of Parramatta; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Grid Australia Pty Ltd is seeking a Primary System Engineer to act as the technical guarantor for the design of high-voltage substations, ensuring alignment with budget, deadlines and quality while promoting ease of installation, operation and maintenance.

You will plan basic and detailed design activities, oversee execution progress, deliver engineering documentation for procurement, manufacturing and site erection, and coordinate with internal teams or subcontractors to meet customer

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Science or Engineering, with major in electrical engineering.
• 4–5 years’ experience in AC substation engineering (design, calculation, HV equipment selection, site testing and commissioning).
• Experience leading engineering activities is a plus.
• Knowledge of Australian and IEC standards related to power systems.
• Ability to travel onsite (up to 20%).

Responsibilities

• Designing and integrating essential components for HV & MV AIS and GIS substations.
• Coordinating with multidisciplinary teams for substation layout and design calculations.
• Developing design specifications and supporting procurement.
• Managing project strategies, risks, and customer relationships.
• Overseeing site testing and commissioning.
• Witness factory testing.
• Ensure proper documentation and EHS leadership.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Team leadership

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Science or Engineering (Electrical preferred)

Job description

Job Description Summary The Primary System Engineer is the technical guarantor of the proper performance of design works conducted for high-voltage (HV) substations, in matter of committed design budget (man days), deadline and Quality, in line with Customer expectation, while promoting ease of installation, operation and maintenance of the system. You will plan basic and detailed design activities, manage & oversee detailed execution progress, deliver required engineering documentation for procurement, manufacturing and site erection associated to concerned activity, based on Customer specifications and requirement, internal standards and coordinates elaboration of documents done internally or through subcontracting.

Essential Responsibilities

• Designing and integrating essential components for High Voltage & MV AIS and GIS Substation and Power Generation in compliance with international and Australian Standards.
• Coordinating with multidisciplinary teams for efficient substation layout implementation, and design calculations
• Developing comprehensive design specifications and supporting procurement activities.
• Managing project strategies, risks, and customer relationships for successful project delivery.
• Ensuring streamlined documentation management and facilitating effective design processes.
• Collaborating with construction teams to incorporate valuable design insights for enhanced project outcomes.
• Manage engineering subcontractors for specific work packages.
• Carry out site inspections and supervision to validate the design, manufacture and installation.
• Witness factory testing
• Participate on teams assigned to address organizational initiatives and generic issues.
• Participate as a presenter or reviewer in technical and program reviews.
• Assure proper documentation of technical data generated for the assigned projects and/or tasks consistent with engineering policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate EHS leadership and ensure Zero Deviation Plan is implemented within the team.
• Identifies and evaluate EHS risks in own area and implements practical measures.
• Participates in hierarchical/ team safety visits and leads EHS improvement initiatives.
• Sets objectives and measures results to encourages EHS performance as a contributing factor to reach business objectives.
• Sets the example by demonstrating the proper acts and actively observes work conditions and behaviours, giving constructive feedback and celebrating EHS effective prevention.
• Actively participates in defining corrective actions when work is unsafe or when an uncontrolled risk is observed.
• Routinely observes routines and behaviours of others and provides immediate feedback regarding unsafe behaviour and celebrates achievements or safe behaviours.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Science or Engineering, with major in electrical engineering
• At least 4-5 years’ working experience in AC substation engineering, such as design, calculation, HV equipment selection, and supervision of site testing & commissioning.
• Experience of a leading role in managing engineering activities is a plus.
• Knowledge of Australian and IEC standards related to power systems and equipment.
• Ability to travel onsite will be required.
• Expected to be up to 20% depending on business need.

Desired Characteristics

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Ability to influence others and lead small teams.
• Lead initiatives of moderate scope and impact.
• Ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously.
• Effective problem identification and solution skills.
• Proven analytical and organisational ability

Additional Information

• Relocation Assistance Provided: No

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