Secondary System Engineer

GE Vernova; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova in Sydney, Australia, is seeking a Secondary System Engineer to design protection, control and auxiliary systems for HV/MV substations and related projects. The role requires leadership in engineering activities, clear technical direction, and compliance with Australian IEC standards, with travel up to 30% and involvement in testing, documentation and safety initiatives.

You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, review designs, mentor junior engineers, and ensure project

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Science or Engineering with major in electrical engineering.
• 4–5 years in power system protection (design, testing, commissioning).
• Willingness to travel up to 30%.
• Knowledge of Australian and IEC standards related to power systems.

Responsibilities

• Design protection, control, electrical distribution, and auxiliary systems for HV/MV AIS & GIS substations.
• Lead engineering activities and provide technical direction to the project team.
• Carry out factory/site testing of protection systems and document results.
• Ensure documentation complies with policies and procedures.
• Contribute to EHS initiatives and safety leadership.

Skills

Strong communication

Leadership

Influence and team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Science or Engineering (Electrical)

Job description

Job Description Summary
The Secondary System Engineer will carry out engineering designs in the protection, control and auxiliary systems discipline for transmission & distribution and power generation projects and tenders in accordance with the project specifications, agreed timeframes and Company Management Systems.

In this role you will provide direction and assistance to a work group to meet assigned objectives, work within defined parameters to make decisions, apply concepts to issues of moderate complexity, and resolve issues through immediate action or short-term planning.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

• Be part of the team in designing or in charge of designing the protection and control system, Electrical distribution, & auxiliary systems of a High voltage & Medium voltage AIS & GIS substations
• Execute the design, analysis, and / or evaluation of assigned projects using sound engineering principles and adhering to business standards, practices, procedures, and product / program requirements.
• Carry out factory and/or site testing of protection systems to validate the design, manufacture and installation, utilising a range of modern secondary injection and protocol test equipment.
• Document technical data generated by the assigned project consistent with engineering policies and procedures.
• Provide technical leadership to personnel supporting the assigned project.
• Carry out investigations into protection systems behaviour and provide timely communications on significant issues or developments.
• 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 power system protection, such as design, consulting, testing, and 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 when required. Expected to be up to 30% away depending on business need (e.g. during testing, commissioning, and site visits).

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.

As GE Vernova is a global organization, working across different time zones, and monitoring, reading and responding to contact outside normal working hours can be expected.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No