Project Engineer Electrical

Nordex Pty Ltd; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Nordex Pty Ltd, a global renewable energy leader, seeks an experienced Electrical Engineer to support the Nordex Global Balance of Plant (BoP) team in Australia and New Zealand. You will design and optimise HV/MV electrical systems, substations, grid connections and grid compliance solutions for wind and renewable energy projects.

You will lead design tasks across project phases, perform power system studies, prepare documentation, and collaborate with Sales, Project and Grid specialists to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering with power/renewable focus.
• Postgraduate qualifications in power systems or renewable energy advantageous.
• Experience with HV/MV design and grid connection processes.
• Strong analytical and communication skills for client/stakeholder collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical engineering tasks across all project phases from design to operation.
• Design and select HV/MV plant including switchgear, transformers and cables; design secondary systems.
• Undertake protection studies, load flow and fault studies using power system software.
• Prepare documentation: scopes, tender packages, equipment specs, data sheets.
• Develop, review and modify electrical drawings and grid compliance studies.
• Support clients and project teams during sales, installation and commissioning.
• Apply value engineering to deliver cost-effective, high-quality outcomes.

Skills

Electrical engineering

HV/MV design

Grid integration

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Postgraduate qualifications in Power Systems or Renewable Energy

Tools

PowerFactory DIgSILENT

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

As part of the Nordex Global Balance of Plant (BoP) team, you will play a key role in the development of utility-scale renewable energy projects across Australia and New Zealand. Working closely with Sales, Project and Grid specialists, you will be responsible for designing and optimising HV and MV electrical systems, substations, grid connections and compliance solutions for wind and renewable energy projects. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the energy transition while working on technically challenging projects within a global renewable energy leader.

YOUR TASKS:

• Lead electrical engineering tasks across all project phases, from design andimplementation to operation and maintenance of renewable energy power plants.
• Design and select primary electrical plant, including HV switchgear, transformersand HV cables and design and selection of secondary systems including CTs, VTs,protection devices, STATCOMs and tariff metering.
• Undertake protection studies, load flow and fault studies using appropriate powersystems analysis software.
• Prepare comprehensive project documentation, including Scopes of Work, tenderdocumentation packages, equipment specifications, data sheets andinstrumentation setting sheets.
• Develop, review, optimize, mark-up and modify electrical drawings such as singleline diagrams, layouts, cable sizing, power losses and grid compliance studies.
• Compile relevant design documentation including design calculations or earthingand protection systems and cable sizing.
• Support clients and project teams during sales, installation, and commissioningphases with technical expertise and practical solutions.
• Apply value engineering principles to deliver cost-effective and high-qualityoutcomes.

YOUR PROFILE:

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.

Strong experience in HV and MV electrical system design, including substations, transformers, switchgear, protection systems and cable networks.

Sound knowledge of power system studies, including load flow, short circuit, harmonic analysis, grid compliance assessments and grid connection processes, including Generator Performance Standards (GPS).

Proficiency in DIgSILENT PowerFactory, AutoCAD and the Microsoft Office Suite.

Good understanding of Australian electrical standards, grid codes and renewable energy grid integration requirements.

Excellent analytical, problem‑solving and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with clients, contractors and multidisciplinary teams.

Proactive and self‑motivated team player with a strong commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement.

Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to work effectively with customers, consultants, network providers and internal teams.

YOUR BENEFITS

In addition to the opportunity to make our world a little more sustainable, we offer you:

Some offers may vary by location

At Nordex, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applicants of all genders, ethnicities, ages, religions and backgrounds to apply for our open positions.