AddressFyfe is a multi-disciplinary consultancy providing comprehensive engineering, environmental, planning and surveying services throughout Australia. Fyfe work with a wide range of clients in the Property & Infrastructure and Energy & Resources sectors to provide high quality, commercially pragmatic solutions with a strong focus on client service and delivery.
About the role
Our Energy and Resources Division works with major energy developers, network service providers and solution providers to deliver energy projects across the country. These include:
- Utility scale renewable energy generating facilities (solar, wind and BESS);
- Utility scale conventional energy generating facilities (gas turbines, gas engines)
- Transmission and Distribution Network Substations and switchyards;
- Network modelling related to generator connections, curtailment analysis, MLF assessment.
The role is offered on a full-time basis. Adelaide based is preferred, but for the right candidate we will consider this position to be stationed in interstate Fyfe offices in Perth, Brisbane or Melbourne.
Skills & experience
We are looking for a qualified Senior Electrical Engineer from graduate level to 8 years experience in mining, power, and/or oil and gas industries.
The individual selected for the role will:
- partake in the development of specific project related design deliverables i.e. single line diagrams, protection studies, earthing reports, harmonics assessments, load flows etc;
- review of detailed design documents prepared by subcontractors and equipment suppliers for completeness and compliance to Australian Standards:
- lead the preparation and submission of generator connection documentation to the NSP and AEMO for renewable and conventional energy plant. This includes management of a modelling consultant/ partner;
- actively participate and engage with clients and support the delivery of projects, as an extension of the clients project delivery team;
- partake in various aspects of project delivery and construction management;
- If required, provide site based support for projects across Australia (certain amount of travel is expected);
Requirements:
- Tertiary qualifications in Electrical Engineering
- Experience in the process of generator connection in the NEM for either renewable or conventional projects. The candidate must have a high level of knowledge of the NER, in particular Chapter 5;
- Preferred experience within the Australian power generation, transmission and distribution, mining and/or oil and gas industry (other industry experience also welcomed)
- Sound understanding of Australian industry codes and standards in particular the National Electricity Rules (NER);
- Exceptional oral and written communication skills
- Strong commitment to client satisfaction
- A high commitment to work place health and safety and the use of safe work systems
Culture
Fyfe values our clients and our people and has a culture built on respect, integrity and the delivery of value. This is achieved through a combination of flexible and contemporary working conditions supported by an inclusive management style which sees all levels of management being accessible through an open-door policy applicable to everyone. Fyfe have also engaged various corporate entities to offer benefits to staff, have a social club and encourage an innovative and pro-active approach to projects. With 15 offices nationally, staff are encouraged to tap into the wealth of knowledge that we have, welcoming information sharing and troubleshooting among colleagues.
Benefits
- Advance your career as a Senior Electrical Engineer under the framework of our successful national consultancy
- Professional career development, the company promotes talent within
- Competitive Salary
- Flexible working conditions and hours
- Support and contribute to the candidates continued Professional Development
How to apply If you believe you meet the above criteria and would like to join our Electrical Engineering team, click on the APPLY FOR THIS JOB button to submit your application
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Please note, agency applications will not be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
