Principal Engineer

UGL's New Energy national business unit is experiencing rapid growth, and we need motivated and capable people to join our team. UGL's in-house engineering and design capability, together with our strong project delivery and operations and maintenance expertise puts us in a strong position in the market. Our target project opportunities include Solar, Battery Energy Storage Systems, and Wind Projects, as well as Hydrogen and Ammonia projects.

The UGL New Energy team is seeking an experienced 
Principal Engineer – Wind
 to join our energy team.

UGL promotes diversity and alternative ways of working, including part-time.

ABOUT THE POSITION ON OFFER
As part of your role, you will lead the conceptual and detailed engineering of utility-scale wind projects. This includes developing design specifications, overseeing design integration and collaborating with management and UGL clients to resolve any engineering concerns that may arise.

Your duties and responsibilities will include:

• Leading the planning and delivery of wind farm design packages across all project stages.
• Providing technical expertise and guidance on wind turbine technology, grid connection requirements, electrical systems and civil balance of plant works.
• Managing technical interfaces between disciplines on wind farm projects.
• Supporting tender and project cost forecasting, constructability reviews and schedule development.
• Reviewing turbine supplier documentation and ensuring compliance with project requirements.
• Providing commissioning input and supporting site activities during project execution.
• Mentoring junior engineers and fostering knowledge sharing across the team.

Your skills and experience:

• Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering, Renewable Energy or related field.
• Bringing extensive experience in utility scale wind farm projects, including design and delivery.
• Strong knowledge of wind turbine technology, grid connection requirements and balance of plant works.
• Skilled in industry-standard design and analysis tools for wind projects.
• Known for strong analytical thinking, effective problem-solving, and clear communication.
• Comfortable working collaboratively in diverse teams, managing multiple projects, and maintaining a strategic focus.
• Open to travel for site-based work as needed.

Please note that relevant screening checks will be conducted as part of the recruitment process. These may include a national criminal history check and for you to undergo a pre-employment medical assessment, including a drug and alcohol screen.

ABOUT UGL
UGL Pty Limited is a leading provider of end-to-end engineering, construction, and maintenance services. We are active across rail and transport, communications and technology systems, oil and gas, power, renewables and resources, water and defence markets. UGL partners with some of the world's largest blue-chip companies and government agencies, private enterprises and public institutions. We are a member of the CIMIC Group of companies.

UGL appreciates the diversity and richness of its people and seeks to create inclusive environments where each employee feels safe to bring their whole selves to work. We encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, Women, Military Veterans, those from diverse cultural backgrounds, people with a disability and our friends in the LGBTIQ+ Community.

WHAT WE OFFER
When you join UGL, you will join an 8,000-plus-strong organization owned by the CIMIC Group, one of the world's leading international contractors, where you will gain exposure to a diverse range of opportunities, which include: 

•    The opportunity to work with a team that focuses on personal development & further training 

•    Exposure to a diverse range of projects

•    Competitive group remuneration and benefits, including a health and wellbeing program with company-funded salary continuance insurance

•    Flexible work arrangements and a culture that values diversity and innovation, evolving with market changes and new technologies

Our team works hard and celebrates successes and efforts through our monthly reward and recognition scheme.  If you are looking for a bright future and an opportunity to grow your career, then join UGL – a great place to work

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