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About the Role
Power System Engineer contributes to the ongoing governance, modelling and analysis, operation and system integration of augmentations to the WAIO Power System.
The role is within the Non Process Infrastructure (NPI) Electrical Governance and Technical Stewardship team .
In this highly specialised role, you will join a team of Subject Matter Experts who focus is on ongoing development and implementation of the Power System Development Framework as WAIO makes the energy transition.
Success in this role is characterised by technical leadership, engagement across broad stakeholders, critical thinking and a solution-focused attitude.
Reporting the Superintendent GTS - NPI Electrical, key responsibilities include contribution to:
- Ongoing development and implementation of the WAIO Power System Technical Rules and supporting governance framework
- Centralised management, governance and development of the Power System and protection system models
- Monitoring compliance to technical standards
- Provision of specialised Power System expertise and technical support to stakeholder groups, project teams and functions
- System integration of renewable generation and battery energy storage systems
- Lead, supervise, review and undertake Power System analysis using specialised computer simulation tools including PowerFactory and PSCAD
- Protection system modelling and configuration management in PowerFactory and StationWare
- Interpret and justify simulation outcomes, draw conclusions, and provide robust recommendations on augmentations required and impacts on the Power System
About You
- Tertiary qualifications in Electrical Engineering;
- Industry or related experience in electricity transmission and distribution with a focus on Power System modelling, analysis and operation;
- Knowledge of synchronous generation, renewable energy generation and battery energy storage systems;
- Demonstrated proficiency in using Power System analysis tools or relevant software (such as PowerFactory and PSCAD) and the interpretation of analysis performed;
- Experience with protection system modelling and configuration management in PowerFactory and StationWare;
- Strong analytical, investigation and problem solving skills
- Advanced written and verbal communication skills and good interpersonal skills
- Communicating recommendations to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
About Our Process
At BHP, we are committed to employing individuals who align with the BHP Charter Values and meet the requirements of the role. As part of the recruitment process, there are a number of checks which may be conducted to demonstrate applicants suitability for a role including police / criminal background checks, medical, drug and alcohol testing, due diligence checks, right to work checks, and/or reference checks.
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Supporting a Diverse Workforce
The size, stability and magnitude of our business not only provides significant opportunity for professional development, but also attractive salary packages with performance-based bonuses and a best-in-class employee share program. We know there are many aspects of our employees' lives that are important, and work is only one of these, so we offer benefits to enable your work to fit with your life. These benefits include flexible working options, a generous paid parental leave policy, other extended leave entitlements and parent rooms.
At BHP, we know that we are strengthened by diversity. We are an Equal Opportunity employer that is committed to making BHP a safe and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive and be at their best every day. We are focused on creating a workforce that's more diverse and represents the communities where we work and live. providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. We are an Equal Opportunity employer and recognise that true diversity includes gender, age, race, disability status, sexual orientation, religion, neurodiversity, education levels, and many more aspects of your identity.
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