Senior Protection Engineer - HV Grids & Renewables

Worley; Newcastle; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm is seeking a Lead Protection Engineer to join their team in New Zealand. The role involves providing technical leadership, designing protection systems, and mentoring engineering teams. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and have extensive knowledge in electrical protection design and power system analysis. This position offers flexible working conditions and the chance to work on innovative renewable energy projects.

Benefits

Competitive employment package

Flexible working conditions

Paid parental leave program

Opportunity to purchase additional leave

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of fundamental requirements of electrical engineering with a focus on protection schemes.
• A sound knowledge of applicable local standards, statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Experience in renewable energy (solar, wind and BESS) and High Voltage systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to the engineering and design team.
• Collaborate with other disciplines on a variety of projects.
• Design and implement protection and control systems for transmission and distribution systems.

Skills

Electrical Protection Design

Power System Analysis

HV switchyard Secondary Design

Excellent communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving skills

Education

Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering

Progression towards CPEng registration

Tools

PowerFactory

ETAP

Autodesk Plant 3D

AutoCAD

Smart Plant Electrical (SPE)

Job description

A global engineering firm is seeking a Lead Protection Engineer to join their team in New Zealand. The role involves providing technical leadership, designing protection systems, and mentoring engineering teams. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and have extensive knowledge in electrical protection design and power system analysis. This position offers flexible working conditions and the chance to work on innovative renewable energy projects.