Senior Asset Standards Engineer

Transgrid operates and manages the major high voltage electricity transmission network in NSW and the ACT, connecting generators, distributors and major end users.

Our core role is to connect electricity consumers to a safe, secure and reliable network through efficient maintenance, proficient operation of assets and prudent investment. Our network is the backbone of the NEM, enabling energy trading between Australia's three largest states along the east coast and supporting the competitive wholesale electricity market

• High performing, diverse, inclusive, and supportive team
• Proudly making a difference with the transition to renewable energy
• Competitive and attractive salary and benefits
• Based in Ultimo with hybrid working arrangements
• Access to corporate discounts | Fitness Passport | EAP

The Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to be part of an organisation dedicated to nation-building renewable energy projects that will provide on-demand energy and large-scale storage for many generations to come.

As the Senior Asset Standards Engineer, you will be responsible for the development and maintenance of technical standards for the design and construction of substations and overhead lines/cables and specification of power systems equipment (including substation, transmission line/cable and secondary system design and equipment). This includes the assessment of technical standards and specification, the performance of existing and new suppliers, and the opportunities and risks of new technology and equipment types. You will be collaborating with key stakeholders to develop innovative and optimised Asset Standards and specifications that balance cost, risk and performance across the asset lifecycle.

You will lead the development of optimised commercial and technical solutions for all aspects of the asset lifecycle, including performance requirements, Asset Standards, commissioning requirements and operations and maintenance requirements.

In this role, you will also be responsible for representing Transgrid on relevant national and international external bodies and provision of technical advice on power systems equipment. You will be assisting with defect and failure investigations and maintaining the feedback loop from in-service equipment experience.

About you

• Degree qualification in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience in relevant high voltage infrastructure asset management, design and/or power system equipment development, design, commissioning, operations or maintenance.
• Experience reviewing performance requirements, functional specifications and standards to identify both technical and commercial impacts on network developments.
• Experience in the application of risk management to support asset management decision making.
• Experience in leading Safety in Design and associated processes.
• Working knowledge of appropriate Australian and International Standards and Codes of Practice relevant to substation and transmission line design and power system equipment.
• Broad conceptual knowledge across all network asset functions and design process.
• Knowledge and understanding of National Electricity Rules relevant legislation, policies and procedures applicable to the preparation of design and equipment standards and specifications.
• Working knowledge of quality assurance processes to ensure that equipment meet quality requirements.
• Excellent written communications skills for persuasive reports and submissions.
• Highly-developed analytical, conceptual and problem solving skills.

Recognition & Reward

In return for your hard work, we have numerous benefits and initiatives to support you personally and professionally including but not limited to private health insurance discount, motor vehicle lease plan, career development support, study assistance program and workplace flexibility.

Continue to make it happen for your career, and for the millions of Australians who rely on our services every day.

Who we are

At Transgrid, our work improves the lives of millions - from lighting up sports fields, schools and homes, to powering the wheels of commerce and everything else in between. Now it's your turn to make it happen.

This is an exciting time in the energy industry with the transition to renewable energy. Recent government policy documents outline plans to facilitate increasing transmission interconnection between states and development of renewable energy zones.

Applications close on Friday, 26 April 2024

Please note, our vacancy close dates may be subject to change, we will assess applications as they are received. We do not accept agency introductions as Transgrid operates a direct sourcing model.