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Principal Secondary Engineer

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Work type: Full time (7.5 hrs)
Location: Other
Categories: Engineering

Who we are:

At Enerven, we want our work to make a difference. By connecting ideas, people and technology, we’re constantly learning, adapting and designing solutions that are safer, more sustainable and more cost-effective.  We offer an outstanding culture focussed on safety and wellbeing, within a supportive working environment that fosters and recognises achievement.  

Enerven specialises in the design, construction, commissioning and maintenance of substations, telecommunications and renewable infrastructure.  

At Enerven, we’re focussed on connecting you with tomorrow

The Role: 

The Principal Secondary Engineer will be reporting to the Lead Protection and Secondary Engineer and will be responsible for developing designs associated with HV/UHV substations and renewables systems including Single Line Diagrams, Schematics, General Arrangement and Cable Schedules. In addition, the candidate would be required to develop technical specifications (template, and project specific) for LV electrical equipment and panels including auxiliary supplies, CT /VT etc. as well as undertaking general Electrical design, LV cable calculation, load flow and protection grading for Enerven’s substation and renewables program.

This role is accountable for providing expertise and technical authority, mentoring and developing engineers within the discipline, as well as lead the development and delivery of processes, procedures and templates to improve the efficiency and quality of engineering output.

The successful candidate will have a key working relationship with the business development team supporting complex projects to ensure optimal solutions by assisting in preparation of conceptual designs, estimates and project proposals and the ability to work closely with and provide guidance to engineers, designers and drafters.

What you will need:

  • University degree in Engineering with Energy applicable focus
  • Registered with Engineers Australia – desirable
  • CPEng / RPEQ registration - desirable
  • Project and Design Leadership / Management experience
  • Experience carrying out designs for one or more transmission utility companies in the relevant state (eg Powerlink, Transgrid)
  • On-site project experience
  • Current drivers’ licence

Other criteria include:

The successful candidate will be required to have knowledge of substation design and engineering principles, lighting and lightning engineering, earthing, HV cable engineering, solar design and transmission, be competent with technical management skills in leading, structuring and delivering processes, procedures and templates along with estimating skills for engineering and have a vast knowledge in developing and reviewing protection and control schemes for distance, differential, and feeder over current and other common protections and major substation equipment.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. 

Help us share in a brighter future with Enerven in a key role with a great supportive team, vibrant culture with genuine career development opportunities available.  In addition to working with a fun and dynamic team, 12% superannuation, 17.5% annual leave loading, flexibility with working hours, up to $800 annual electricity bill reimbursements, paid parental leave and automatic income protection coverage are only some of the added benefits we can offer.

Candidates will need to be prepared to undertake a pre-employment screening including a medical and police check. 

If you require further information or have any questions regarding this role, please contact recruitment@enerven.com.au

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Applications close: Cen. Australia Standard Time

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