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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
Job description:
- Strong large and growing pipeline of critical projects for many years to come
- 11% Superannuation | EAP | Fitness Passport
- Based in Sydney
The Opportunity
An exciting opportunity for a Senior Engineer to take a leading role in the Generator Commissioning, monitoring and analysis of generator non-compliances, and provision of recommendations for high voltage transmission system developments.
This role will work across the Network business unit and will author and review robust technical reports and procedures, coordinate and lead various generator connection projects, and streamline Generator Commissioning processes.
This role also encompasses the development and implementation of power systems analysis strategies and plans for longer term network developments and network connections, works closely with industry stakeholders and figureheads Transgrid at technical conferences.
About you
- Tertiary qualifications at degree level in an appropriate discipline, or equivalent relevant experience
- Extensive experience in Generator Commissioning.
- Communicate effectively with a range of persons including customers, suppliers, contractors, other technical experts and senior management (written and verbal)
- Substantial experience in the legislation and technical standards guiding system planning
- Comprehensive understanding of risk management - qualitative and quantitative
- Excellent knowledge of electrical networks engineering and operations
- Well-developed people and service management skills
- Excellent written communications skills for persuasive reports and submissions
- Well-developed analytical, conceptual and problem solving skills
- Skills and performance in change management
- Knowledge of various computer systems and quality assurance procedures
- Proven knowledge of the National Electricity Market and its impact on operations of the NSW HV network and Transgrid's business
- Knowledge of the energy industry
- Knowledge of quality assurance principles and experience with working in accordance with a Quality Assurance System
Duties and Responsibilities
- Sound understanding of Electrical Engineering principles, NER, GPS, generator protection, SCADA, and experience in generation, transmission or a similar role
- Experience in testing and commissioning of synchronous and/or asynchronous generators, with a particular emphasis on GPS compliance and R2 model validation
- Lead investigations, studies and find solutions with the support from other stakeholders
- Ability to perform R2 model validation, test plan review, HP test report review and other technical note review
- Review of Generator Commissioning processes, policies and guidelines to achieve improved team performance
- Forms or reviews advice and recommendations on various technical enquiries and analysis
- Authors or reviews concise and clear reports including reference documentation and provides presentations to stakeholders
- Provides management timely and accurate briefings
- Keeps abreast of changes in the National Electricity Market and relevant legislation and its impact on operations of the NSW HV network and Transgrid's business
- Experience with PSS/E, PSCAD, PowerFactory software and power system modelling experience will be an advantage
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, 1st of March
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.
