Electrical Engineer

Relevant Experience Required:

Degree or masters degree in electrical / power engineering

• 8+ years of experience in the electrical power systems industry.
• Significant amount of professional experience in technical roles in the electrical marketplace or equivalent, preferably in the power generation industry.
• Strong interest in renewable energy. International working experience or in projects globally, both in projects under IEC and ANSI standards.
• Fluent English spoken and written. Additional languages is a plus.
• Proactive and being able to prioritize workload.
• Autonomous, adaptable and multi-skilled.
• Forward thinking, a problem solver and solution provider;
• Able to promote a positive working culture within the team.
• Strong organizational and good communication skills both verbal and written

Knowledge & Experience

• 12+ years working experience.
• Experience of working knowledge of engineering, construction and commissioning of renewable power plants, LV/MV substations and LV/MV equipment including switchgear, transformers, protections, underground/OH lines and other equipment’s.
• Experience in power systems for conventional or renewable installations, including MV reactive power compensation equipment’s.
• Experience of electrical system design and familiarity with latest electrical related calculation methodologies for LV/MV equipment such as AC/DC cables, grounding and earthing design, protections calculation, reactive power compensation & battery banks.
• Desirable experience with HV substation designs for Australian & US Market mainly, technologies (AIS/GIS), HV equipment’s, SLD’s, Layout configurations and control and protection systems.
• Experience in with wind, solar and storage system technologies and strategies for renewable applications.
• Strong working knowledge with IEC/AUS-NZ regulations and standards
• Desirable familiarity with IEEE, ANSI, NEMA, NFPA, NEC standards, grid codes in Australia-NZ, different US jurisdictions, grid connection applications, agreements, offers and PPA’s. is a plus.
• Experience of electrical power systems modelling. Experience in detail electrical system design using specialized calculation software such as ETAP and CYMCAP. Desirable familiarity with Digsilent Power Factory, PSS/E, PSCAD, XGSLab or similar.
• On site installation, testing and commissioning experience of renewable generation installations, LV/M V Substations and MV OHL/UGL is a key advantage.
• Strong computer skills, including familiarity with web-based systems and software tools, including MS Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint), Autocad, ArcGis and Database Management software.
• Desirable experience in a similar role with international design and engineering companies in the field of renewable energy handling multiple projects simultaneously in different times zones.

Personal & Work Skills

• Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to discuss complex situations with others both in person and remotely.
• Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively, managing multi-disciplinary task especially with different time zones.
• Proactive and strong analytical skills and attention to detail, meticulous and precise in project work identifying and solving technical issues.
• Consistency in meeting deadlines and delivering quality work
• Flexible, reliable, assertive, consistent & with a “can do” attitude.
• Forward thinking, a problem solver and solution provider (solution oriented)
• Able to promote a positive working culture within the team and in a cross-functional areas role. Team player, Self-starter, self-motivated and self-confident.
• Present yourself with integrity, credibility and professionalism.
• Ability to work independently and stay motivated without direct supervision