AddressAbout Woodside Energy
We know great results come from our people feeling valued, getting the support they need to reach their full potential as well as bring their whole self to work. We also recognise that enduring, meaningful relationships with communities are fundamental to maintaining our licence to operate.
Technology and innovation are essential to our long-term sustainability. We are growing our carbon and new energy businesses using technology to reduce emissions and the carbon footprint of our products. We are working to improving energy efficiency, offset emissions, reduce emissions intensity and explore options for lower-carbon energy. Woodside led the development of the LNG industry in Australia and is applying this same pioneering spirit to solving future energy challenges.
Our global headquarters are based in Perth and our state-of-the-art campus reflects the quality of life Perth is known for - with a six Green Star rating, advanced wellness features and flexibility in how you work.
About the Role:
Woodside Energy are looking for a Simulation and Optimsation Engineer to join their New Energy team.
In this role, you will apply engineering and technical expertise to develop New Energy end to end system technoeconomic modelling to evaluate and optimise business opportunities and operations.
Duties & Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to:
- Development and continuous improvement of technically sound code-based engineering design tools for hydrogen and ammonia production systems which includes cost of supply and carbon intensity optimisation of facility supply and offtake networks, power and facility design configuration, operations phase production.
- Responsibility for the plant simulation lifetime economic calculations and technical constraints that underpin simulation result fidelity
- Applying technoeconomic tools to evaluate identified power, hydrogen and ammonia business opportunities
- Effectively communicating modelling results with internal stakeholders through data visualisations
- Collaborating with business to solve power and production system technical and engineering challenges.
- Building and maintaining code-based tools using coding best practices within a sustainable Woodside repository and simulation platform.
- Routinely sharing knowledge, insights, best practices and lessons learnt across the business.
Skills & Experience:
- Chemical or Electrical Engineering advanced degree preferred.
- 3+ years of code development of complex simulations and optimisation models in either industrial or manufacturing applications (Python preferred).
- 3+ years of experience in an industrial, manufacturing, or research organization in an applied engineering / technical role including experience working with multidisciplinary teams and management.
- Ability to deliver innovative & competitively advantaged Simulation & Optimisation technology in an emerging energy sector with no analogs
- Ability to navigate ambiguity and leverage technical and engineering skills, business acumen, and SMEs to solve technoeconomic problems.
- Ability to work with a broad range of stakeholders and subject matter experts in the fields of operations research, optimisation, advanced plant controls, and machine learning.
- Ability to effectively communicate model and simulation results to both internal and external stakeholders to influence business decisions.
- Ability to coordinate third party technical scopes and ensure that projects stay on schedule.
- Technical knowledge of utility power systems and hydrogen production processes.
- Understanding of coding best practices, testing, and version control.
If you think you can do this job but don’t meet all the criteria, that’s OK! Please apply. At Woodside, we value people with diverse experiences and backgrounds, as they provide unique perspectives that help us innovate.
Recognition & Reward:
What you can expect from us:
- Commitment to your ongoing development, including on-the-job opportunities, formal programs, coaching and mentoring
- Industry-leading 18 weeks’ paid parental leave for primary carer, and maintenance of superannuation or retirement benefits at the current rate during any period of unpaid parental leave for up to 24 months (plus secondary carer leave entitlements)
- Values led culture
- Active employee community groups for gender equality, reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians, and LGBTI+ staff and allies, and Neurodiversity
- Community volunteering opportunities
- Relocation assistance (if required)
- A competitive remuneration package featuring performance-based incentives and above-industry superannuation contributions
Woodside is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture, which is supported by our Values. Our aim is to attract, develop and retain a truly diverse and high-performing workforce.
Diversity encompasses differences in age, nationality, race, ethnicity, national origin, religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, intersex status, gender identity or expression, relationship status, disability, neurodiversity, cultural background, thinking styles, experience, family background, including caregiving commitments, and education. Inclusion centres on all employees creating a climate of trust and belonging, where people feel comfortable to bring their whole self to work.
We offer supportive pathways for all employees to grow and develop leadership skills. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and those seeking a more flexible working environment, including part-time opportunities
Applications close at 11:59pm AWST on 13th May 2024.
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Please note Woodside Energy will only accept direct candidate applications. We do not accept applications from Recruitment Agencies.
