Senior Power Systems Engineer

2 days ago


Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Arcadis Full time

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. With a global presence of over 36,000 people across more than 70 countries, our team is dedicated to improving quality of life.

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Power Systems Engineer to take on a leadership role in our Rail Traction Power sector. As a key member of our national projects team, you will be responsible for mentoring junior engineers, providing technical guidance, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality traction design packages.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare and review complex reports, proposals, and presentations for clients, focusing on AC and DC traction substation system design, including single line diagrams, layouts, circuit diagrams, earthing, and bonding schematics.
  • Coordinate the design with communication, civil, structural, and mechanical design disciplines, as well as AC and DC traction power system studies, equipment sizing, fault calculations, and insulation coordination studies.
  • Manage the delivery of specialized components of projects, advising on effective team composition and resource allocation.
  • Govern technical reviews and quality assurance activities for projects, documentation, processes, and practices.
  • Lead the technical development of staff, coaching and mentoring on technical issues.

Requirements and Qualifications

  • 15+ years of experience as a power systems engineer, with at least 5 years recent experience in traction power system design or equivalent.
  • Tertiary qualification in electrical/power engineering, preferably chartered engineering and RPEQ status.
  • Excellent spoken and written communication skills, including a working knowledge of MS Office.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead design teams, deliver traction design packages, and work with traction power system modelling software tools.

About the Role

This is a salaried position with an estimated annual salary range of $120,000-$180,000, depending on location and experience. The successful candidate will have opportunities for career growth and professional development within Arcadis.



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