Senior Project Engineer

Senior Project Engineer: Permanent Full Time / Perth CBD Office

The Western Power strategy is driven by an ambitious and forward-focused vision: Working together to power a cleaner energy future. It acknowledges the collective effort involved in this exciting and challenging phase of WA’s energy transition, in which Western Power plays a key role. We are embarking on a journey towards a brighter, more sustainable future. Join us and be at the forefront of powering change.

Are you interested in joining a team that’s shaping Western Australia's transition into the era of green energy?

The team/department:

You will be joining Western Power’s Engineering & Design (Substation Design). Substation Design undertakes Transmission Substation design for the Western Power work program and is accountable for the development and management of engineering design standards and specifications associated with transmission substations (including related plant and equipment). The team you will be joining focuses on the procurement and integration of transmission substation plant equipment.

What you will be doing:  

As the Senior Project Engineer, you will be accountable for undertaking complex engineering program development, planning and designs associated with Western Power or third-party facilities connected to the Distribution Network. You will also be required to assist in relevant project selection, conduct engineering investigations and to lead process improvements where required.

• Undertaking complex engineering program development, planning and designs associated with Western Power or third-party facilities connected to the Distribution Network
• Document improvements and variations to procedures, programmes, and processes
• Assist Western Power’s participation in the selection process for assigned projects.
• Manage the external consultants during project design stage to ensure compliance with drafting standards, technical, legal, regulatory, and best practice requirements.       
• Manage the technical queries register during the design stage.
• Produce material list for each project and provide technical support during the construction stage.
• Perform data extraction for projects in applicable computer systems.
• Respond to key stakeholders (such as Government Departments and Local Government Authorities etc) and customers, on design/project issues for relevant projects.
• Providing technical support and guidance to team members in the form of specialist advice on all aspects of the integration of distribution assets into the network.
• Developing and maintaining technical Scope of Work (SoW) for outsourced design contracts.
• Assist project team members maintain the technical quires register during construction.

What you will get from the role:

• Opportunities to develop, grow and gain exposure to continue to develop towards your professional development goals.
• Be a part of and contribute to a collaborative and supportive team.
• Work with leading equipment manufacturers
• Learn from challenges facing the current industry
• Exposure to multiple manufacturing factories

Western Power isn't just a workplace; it's a community where innovation thrives, safety is paramount, and support is always at hand. We celebrate diversity and champion inclusivity, offering a range of benefits such as:

• Competitive salary plus 11% superannuation/pension
• Professional Development opportunities including training initiatives
• 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

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.

Check out our website for more information on our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, including our Reconciliation Action Plan and Disability Access and Inclusion Plan.

The skills and experience you will have:

We are seeking someone with experience and attributes that include:

• Must possess a Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline
• Eligibility for corporate membership of the Institution of Engineers Australia
• At least 8 to 10 years’ extensive experience in an engineering discipline, preferably within a utility engineering company.
• A sound knowledge of distribution standards, policies and procedures is required. This might include the following depending on requirements.
  • Distribution substation design, drafting
  • Power system primary plant and secondary plant/systems.
  • Complex engineering program development, planning, and design
• Sound understanding 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.
• Ability to engage with external consultant and stakeholders

Important information about Western Power:

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.

Please note that the final stages of our recruitment process require completed Background & Assessment Checks. This includes a current police clearance (issued within the last six months), checks on documentation and references which verify your identity and qualifications, and a medical assessment.

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/

What to expect from our interview process:

The recruitment process will involve the below stages:

• First interview

Applications close on 17th of September 2024

Submit your application by clicking the ‘apply’ button.