Senior Distribution Design Engineer

Do you want to deliver work that truly matters to our community?

There’s never been a better time to join the energy industry! At Western Power we’re working towards our vision for a clean energy future and we’re looking for diverse, passionate people to join our team of world leading experts.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Distribution Design Engineer at Perth Office CBD on a Permanent Full-Time basis.

About this role

As the Senior Distribution Design Engineer, you will be required to undertake engineering designs associated with Western Power’s Distribution Network. You will conduct detailed engineering investigations and manage engineering information. You will also lead technical development and process improvements.
 

• Produce and/or check complex designs and estimates for projects encompassing materials and labour for work associated with the Distribution Network.
• Undertaking complex engineering investigations and lead process improvements.
• Introduce leading-edge technology and development of new distribution design and construction standards through providing technical subject matter expert guidance, field support, and expertise.
• Provide engineering support across other work teams in the form of subject matter expertise relating to the integration of distribution assets into the network.
• Undertake contract administration to ensure contractor compliance to Western Power requirements. This will include reviewing outsourced designs and contractor quality and performance.
• Ensure compliance with all Western Power and obligatory standards with a strong focus on safety in design.
• Schedule and plan own daily and weekly allocated work to meet agreed targets.
• Manage queries raised by internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide training, mentoring and coaching within the team.

About you

We are seeking someone with experience and attributes that include:

• Preferably 8 – 10 years’ experience in a utility engineering company.
• Must possess a Degree in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent.
• Eligible for corporate membership of The Institution of Engineers, Australia.
• An extensive knowledge of electrical utility distribution design, standards, policies and procedures

              - Distribution overhead and underground utility network design – up to 33kV.

              - Distribution network equipment/plant componentry and general assembly

              - Sound knowledge of the interactions of related disciplines impacting on distribution design, including civil/structural issues and environmental issues.

              - Sound understanding of distribution construction practices and processes.

• Takes initiative to identify innovative new methods, processes or systems.
• Provide engineering and technical leadership.
• Have ability to complete project/assignment within specific guidelines.
• Demonstrated skills in problem solving and root cause analysis.
• Have skill in developing and maintaining work standards.
• Valid WA Driver’s License Class ‘C’ or ‘C-A’

Joining Western Power

Our people play a vital role in creating an innovative, safe, and supportive workplace, living our values and delivering exceptional service to the communities in which we operate.
 

We are committed to building a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, women, young & mature age workers, the LGBTQI+ community.

We are an employer of choice, offering our employees a range of benefits that include:

• Competitive salary plus 11% superannuation
• Flexible work arrangements that support part time work, flexible working hours and working from home arrangements
• Professional Development opportunities including training initiatives and study assistance
• An award-winning employee recognition and benefits programme
• Access to five Employee Network Groups – First Nations, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse, Diverse Sexualities and Genders, Women, and People with Disability – which celebrate and communicate the diversity of our workforce and connect diversity and inclusion to our broader business activities
• The opportunity to purchase up to four weeks of additional leave per year
• Access to salary packaging, social club activities, and discounted health insurance and gym membership

Important information

We are committed to our Disability Access and Inclusion Plan 2021 - 2027 and ensuring that people with disability have equal opportunities to gain and maintain employment with Western Power. It is strongly encouraged that people with a disability who meet the inherent requirements of the position description apply for this role.

We are also proud to have launched our Innovate RAP in Mar 2022 (Reconciliation Action Plan). Our Innovate RAP outlines our commitment to the Reconciliation journey in WA.

Our recruitment process requires that all candidates who progress to the pre-employment stage must hold a police clearance issued within the last six months.

Join us and play a part in powering the future of Western Australia.

To find out more about us please visit https://www.westernpower.com.au/about/

Applications close on 2 May 2024

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