Project Engineer – Electrical & Scada

• Participate in developing Instrumentation, Monitoring & Control strategy and standards
• Provide detailed consulting advice and assistance to clients and contractors
• Manage and perform technical activities associated with the planning and delivery of Instrumentation, Monitoring & Control projects
• Potts Hill base location, with flexible/hybrid working

About the role

The Project Engineer performs engineering and electrical design aspects of projects, including carrying out site investigation, audit, project scope definitions, scheduling and technical inputs to concept and detailed design. Participates in design review throughout the project lifecycle.

In this role you will also assist stakeholders and partners in defining their requirements for Instrumentation, Monitoring & Control technology and ensure that these requirements are accurately reflected in the installed technology, therefore it is essential that you provide input into processes and systems improvements to support and improve operational performance, business efficiency, risk management, staff work environment, and user experience. Other responsibilities will also include:

• Participate in development of Instrumentation, Monitoring & Control strategy and standards and support underlying technology.
• Provide Instrumentation, Monitoring & Control expertise to delivery partners to resolve any emerging issues.
• Ensure Instrumentation, Monitoring & Control project deliverables are provided in accordance with business quality management system and compliant with standards and specifications.
• Hands on participation in Instrumentation, Monitoring & Control project delivery lifecycle (workshops, Functional Design Specifications, reviews, acceptance audits)
• Reporting, scheduling and co-ordinating resources and activities for SCADA Projects

What’s in it for you

• Working with latest technologies in SCADA Monitoring & Control Systems
• Flexible/Hybrid working
• Parking options available
• Childcare allowances
• Up to 18 weeks paid parental leave
• Novated lease options
• Fitness Passport offering access to hundreds of gyms and pools around NSW
• Flu vaccinations and discounted options on health insurance membership providers

About you

As a Project Engineer you will be required to demonstrate the ability and experience in translating complex client requirements into Instrumentation, Monitoring & Control technical engineering solutions, developing initial option and concept reports and providing technical/commercial information for business cases, it is also important that you have the following:

• Tertiary qualification in Electrical Engineering or equivalent with demonstrated experience in project management.
• Thorough knowledge and proven experience in Instrumentation, Monitoring & Control systems and their application in water and wastewater assets relating to Sydney Water’s provision of total service to customers.
• Demonstrated practical experience in the evaluation, installation & maintenance of Instrumentation, Monitoring & Control technologies and diagnostic software tools.
• Demonstrated ability to review and interpret electrical schematics and switchboard general arrangement drawings throughout design, construction and operational environments related to control and telemetry systems.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain effective relationships between the Project Team, Customers, Product Delivery Partners and Service Providers.

Does this sound like you? Apply now.

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You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident at the time of submitting your application to be considered for this role. For more information, you can contact recruitment@sydneywater.com.au

Sydney Water welcomes you to apply if you feel you meet the selection criteria. The successful completion of a Criminal History Check and Medical Assessment form part of the application process.

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We want your perspective and ideas to help us find better ways to delight our customers, so we encourage you to apply no matter your age, sex or culture. You can be part of a committed, highly skilled team who’ll appreciate what you bring to the table. You’ll set and achieve real goals and make decisions that matter, as together we help shape the lifestyle of greater Sydney.