Principal Electrical Engineer (substations)

Enerven; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to $900 annual electricity bill reimbursement

Automatic income protection coverage

Lucrative incentive structure

Job summary

A leading energy infrastructure company is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to develop designs for HV substations and renewable systems. This role involves writing technical specifications and mentoring junior engineers. Candidates should possess a university degree in Engineering focused on Energy and have experience with transmission utilities. The position offers an attractive remuneration package and various benefits including reimbursement for electricity bills. For inquiries, please contact [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Experience carrying out designs for transmission utility companies.
• Ability to lead teams and deliver engineering solutions.

Responsibilities

• Develop designs for HV substations and renewable systems.
• Write and manage technical specifications.
• Mentor and develop engineers within the Electrical Engineering discipline.

Skills

Substation design and engineering principles

Lighting and lightning design

HV cable engineering

Technical management skills

Project and Design Leadership

Education

University degree in Engineering with Energy applicable focus

Registered with Engineers Australia

Job description

PLEASE NOTE: THIS POSITON WILL BE BASED IN EITHER OUR ADELAIDE OR SYDNEY OFFICES AND RELOCATION ASSISTANCE WILL BE PROVIDED

Enerven specialises in the design, construction, and maintenance of electrical, telecommunications, and renewable infrastructure, with specific expertise and experience relating to South Australia’s distribution and transmission network infrastructure.

Working at Enerven, you will play a major role in building and transforming the infrastructure which will revolutionise the energy industry and create a more sustainable future for all Australians. Our nationwide initiatives are at the forefront of the renewable energy revolution.

At Enerven, we’re focussed on connecting you with tomorrow.

About the role

Reporting to the Lead Electrical Engineer, the Principal Electrical Engineer is responsible for developing designs associated with HV substations and renewables systems including cable rating, insulation coordination, earthing and lighting.

This role will be required to write and manage technical specifications (template, and project specific) for low and high voltage electrical equipment, up to 500kV, electrical engineering design, studies and project support for Enerven’s substation and renewables program.

In addition, this role is responsible for providing expertise and technical authority of electrical engineering studies for substations and transmission and will also be responsible to mentor and develop engineers within the Electrical Engineering discipline, as well as lead the development and delivery of processes, procedures and templates to improve the efficiency and quality of engineering output. You will have a key working relationship with the business development team supporting complex projects to ensure optimal solutions by assisting in preparation of conceptual designs, estimates and project proposals and the ability to work closely with and provide guidance to engineers, designers and drafters.

About you

You will be required to have detailed knowledge of substation design and engineering principles, lighting, lightning, earthing, HV cable engineering, solar design and transmission. You will also be competent with technical management skills in leading, structuring and delivering processes, procedures and templates along with estimating skills for engineering and have a vast knowledge in developing and reviewing protection and control schemes for distance, differential, and feeder over current and other common protections and major substation equipment.

Specific qualifications and experience required include:

• University degree in Engineering with Energy applicable focus
• Registered with Engineers Australia - desirable
• Project and Design Leadership / Management experience
• Experience carrying out designs for one or more transmission utility companies in the relevant state (e.g. Powerlink, TransGrid)

About us

At Enerven, we want our work to make a difference. By connecting ideas, people and technology, we’re constantly learning, adapting and designing solutions that are safer, more sustainable and more cost-effective.?

We offer award-winning national recognised training, an outstanding culture of safety and well-being, and a supportive environment that fosters and recognises achievement. This is a unique opportunity to help drive an organisation recognised for its innovation, technology, growth and service, offering sustainable solutions to the ever-changing energy market.

An attractive remuneration package will be negotiated to secure an accomplished commercially astute leader capable of delivering Enerven’s strategic vision, in this rewarding and career defining role. Other benefits include:

• Up to $900 annual electricity bill reimbursement
• Automatic income protection coverage
• Lucrative incentive structure

Don't let this opportunity pass you by. For further information or any queries about this role, reach out to us at [e-mail]

Your journey towards a brighter, greener future starts here!