AddressPermanent, full-time positions available; located in Tasmania, South Australia or the option to work from home.
Join Our Agile Team: Experience the Spark of Innovation
At Megavar, we may be smaller, but our ambitions soar beyond the highest voltages. Working with us means you're not just another cog in the machine. Here, you're part of a close-knit team, where your voice is heard, your ideas matter, and your impact is visible every day.
Why Choose Us?
1. **Direct Impact**: In our agile environment, every project benefits directly from your expertise. Without the layers of bureaucracy typical in larger firms, you make real-time decisions that lead to tangible results.
2. **Rapid Growth**: As a focused high voltage engineering firm, we move quickly and adapt faster. This means more opportunities for you to grow, lead, and innovate without being boxed in by rigid structures.
3. **Specialised Projects**: We dive deep into the world of high voltage engineering with a precision that only a dedicated team can offer. You’ll work on specialised projects that are at the forefront of electrical engineering innovation.
4. **Personal Connections**: Here, you're not just joining a team; you're joining a family. We celebrate individual achievements and value the unique contributions of each team member. Expect a supportive atmosphere where everyone knows your name—and how you like your coffee!
Join us if you’re ready to be part of a dynamic team where your work powers the future, not just fills a brief. At Megavar, small is mighty, focused, and electrifyingly innovative. Ready to make a real difference? Apply now and supercharge your career!
How Will Your Ideas Shape the Future?
As our new Senior Substation Design Engineer - Secondary, you'll be the secret sauce in a team of top-notch specialists who turn ideas into reality for our clients. You’ll be working with a vibrant multi-disciplinary crew on a smorgasbord of HV projects. Get ready to dive into a variety of exciting and challenging projects across Australia. Your ideas won't just be heard—they’ll be celebrated!
Your Role Will Include:
- Conduct, lead, review, and verify detailed designs and technical reports for the client, including substation secondary systems.
- Lead and deliver the concept to detailed design of substation secondary systems.
- Secondary systems design - produce SLDs, substation layouts, equipment/materials lists, clearance checks, and short circuit force calculations.
- Understand the critical technical aspects of projects, implementation, and integration for complex systems.
- Focus on transmission and distribution substations' secondary systems electrical design, including protection and control schematics, wiring diagrams, protection, and control room layout.
- Ensure the project is delivered on time and within budget.
- Undertake site inspections and associated reporting.
- Liaise with clients and contractors regarding project objectives and targets on technical issues and problem resolution.
What Are We Looking for From You?
- Bachelor’s degree qualification in electrical/power engineering are preferred.
- 5-10 years of experience in substation secondary design, preferably in a consulting environment.
- Knowledge of the transmission and distribution industry, standards, and codes in Australia and/or design experience with Australian electrical utilities.
- Strong electrical design skills, particularly in secondary systems and substations.
- Site experience/ experience in projects being constructed and commissioned.
- Experience with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation a plus.
- Skilled at or able to learn software packages independently, such as PTW, DigSILENT, ETAP, etc., would be an added advantage.
- Proficiency in offering solutions to technical challenges. Demonstrated leadership capabilities, including effective influencing, motivation, and delegation skills.
- Ability to work well with others to deliver as a team.
- Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
- Inquisitive nature and desire to grow your career.
- Chartered status would be an advantage.
You'll have a genuine passion for re-imagining problems and continuous learning to help shape the future.
We value that each of our team members brings something different to Megavar. We look for people who have had a broad range of experiences throughout their career and can demonstrate how they have worked as part of a team to bring ideas to life.
Benefits include:
- Attractive salary package, and opportunities for continual professional growth.
- Outstanding company culture and social environment.
- Relocation assistance is available if you are seeking a move interstate.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- The opportunity to join a tight knit team who deliver design and commissioning services for the greater good of our environment.
- Work on major HV infrastructure and renewable projects that contribute to creating a sustainable future.
Employer questions
Your application will include the following questions:
- Please provide your base salary expectations (excluding superannuation):
- Are you legally entitled to work in Australia?
- In which Australian state are you currently residing in?
- How did you hear about Megavar?
- What is the notice period for your current employment?
How To Apply
If this sounds like the job for you, please upload your resume via the links provided and include your responses to the Employer Questions (above).
Megavar is an equal opportunity employer that fosters a culture of achievement, personal development and offers a diverse, safe and supportive work environment.
Unsolicited CV's will not be accepted by recruitment agencies.
