Senior Substation Engineer

Samsung C&T Corporation Australia is seeking an experienced Senior Substation Engineer to support the Energy Business Unit.

About the Role

• Prebid (EOI or ECI) and execution projects for renewable energy projects (PV/BESS) and Transmission Lines are in progress. Various projects are planned in the NEM region (VIC, NSW, QLD, SA).
• Oversee the engineering activities and technical aspects of the Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) and Solar Power Plant facility construction project.
• Ensure adherence to engineering standards, regulatory requirements, safety regulations, and quality standards.
• Foster strong relationships with key stakeholders and ensure effective communication.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, control, and implement electrical systems and products.
• Perform detailed calculations to develop manufacturing, construction, installation, and operational standards, specifications, and designs for electrical systems or components.
• Analyze electrical system requirements, capacity, cost, and project needs and then develop a system plan.
• Create and maintain product documentation, including product reports and design specifications.
• Analyze and interpret technical drawings and engineering specifications.
• Manage engineering projects and deliver them on time.
• Enact Electrical System Concept & Design Criteria, perform in electrical study & equipment sizing calculation, establish equipment list & electrical load list, prepare technical specification & equipment supplier TBE, create construction process drawing & deliverables, design GIS/AIS/Transmission Lines, take-off Electrical Bill of Materials, etc.
• Ensure that products meet relevant safety standards and engineering codes.
• Technical bid evaluation for electrical equipment.
• Examine needs on new equipment, calculate costs and help prepare budget.
• Collaborate with other members of the engineering team to ensure that projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Attend, host or coordinate technical meetings.
• Define customer needs and requirements.
• Provide engineering information by answering questions and requests.

About You

• Tertiary qualification in Engineering or a recognized engineering qualification. Additional certificate in design is desirable.
• 10+ years detailed design/engineering experience in 132kV and above Substation & Transmission Lines in Australia.
• Experience in Renewable PV Solar Farm and/or large-scale Battery Storage projects (minimum 100MW).
• Experience in AutoCAD or other software key to the discipline of expertise.
• Strong knowledge of Australian Standards, NER, AEMO, and NSP regulations.
• Proficiency in HV substation design and Transmission Lines.
• Experience with review and modification works for schematic diagrams to be provided in Substation.
• Good understanding of PV and BESS system design, integration, HV & LV AC & DC side.
• Ability to develop detailed electrical drawings, calculations, specifications, technical proposals & reports.
• Experience with relevant design software (e.g., AutoCAD, ETAP, DigSilent).
• Understanding of power system analysis (load flow, short circuit, protection).
• Experience in an EPC environment managing project design scope, schedule, and budget.
• Strong ability to liaise with clients, consultants, and regulatory bodies.
• Experience in design review, verification, and assessment of renewable projects.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex electrical issues.
• Experience with design consultant SoW drafting.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Understanding of Grid Connection Process.

Samsung C&T is committed to building and developing a diverse and inclusive team.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Industries: Construction

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