Principal Engineer

3 days ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia WSP in Australia Full time

Welcome to WSP in Australia, where we are committed to delivering solutions for technical challenges associated with the clean energy transition.

About the Role

We are seeking a Principal Engineer - Electrical Control Systems to join our team of experienced professionals. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in thermal and renewable generation, with a strong background in delivering complex power generation projects.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide technical expertise in power generation, employing your significant experience in thermal and renewable generation, including your demonstrated experience delivering projects with gas turbines (OCGT and CCGT), coal-fired power stations, and hydro power stations.
  • Undertake and lead design of power station control and instrumentation systems including PLC and DCS based systems, functional safety systems (AS 61511), and EEHA designs.
  • Conduct and lead design of control and protection system communication systems, including DCS data highways, control system networks (Ethernet and serial based) and IEC 61850 protection networks, employing common industrial protocols (e.g. Modbus, DNP3, Ethernet/IP, OPC).
  • Collaborate in design of power station secondary systems in coordination with electrical engineers, including electrical protection systems, and excitation systems.
About You

To be successful in this role, you will need to have:

  • Bachelors Degree (Engineering) or Equivalent.
  • Chartered status CPENG and registered (RPEQ, RPEV)
  • Significant experience in thermal and renewable generation
  • Demonstrated delivery of several complex power generation projects

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are passionate about making a positive impact and want to be part of a close-knit community of talented individuals, please apply today.



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