Senior Substation Engineer

Position: Senior Substation Engineer

Creating FutureScape - Solution for a Better Sustainable World

Samsung C&T's Engineering & Construction Group is a leading engineering, procurement and construction company, built on core principles of safety, integrity, trust, authenticity & challenge. We have worked diligently to deliver the best value-added services to our clients by utilizing our top-tier talent and technical expertise in diverse fields such as architecture, civil engineering, plant, housing & green energy businesses.

By bringing together the most exceptional technology and capabilities, we create solutions for a better world and achieve sustainable growth. Samsung C&T's Engineering & Construction Group is a leading engineering, procurement and construction company, built on core principles of safety, integrity, and appreciation. Samsung C&T has long been active in the green energy business and continues to explore additional innovative renewable energy solutions.

We are seeking an experienced
Senior Substation Engineer
to support 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
• Creating and maintaining product documentation, including product reports and design specifications
• Analyzing and interpreting technical drawings and engineering specifications.
• Manage engineering projects and deliver them on time
• Enacting Electrical System Concept & Design Criteria, Performing in Electrical Study & Equipment Sizing Calculation, Establishing Equipment List & Electrical Load List, Preparing Technical Specification & Equipment Supplier TBE, Creating Construction Process Drawing & Deliverables, Designing GIS/AIS/Transmission Lines, Taking-off Electrical Bill of Material etc.
• Ensuring 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 budge
• Collaborating with other members of the engineering team to ensure that projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Attending, hosting or coordinating technical meetings.
• Define customer needs and requirements.
• Provides engineering information by answering questions and requests

About You

• Tertiary qualification in Engineering or a recognized engineering qualification. Additional certificate in design in 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 which shall be provided in Substation.
• Good understanding of PV and BESS system design, integration, HV & LV AC & DC side.
• Ability to develop detailed electrical drawings, calculation, 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.
• Stakeholder management experience.
• Understanding of Grid Connection Process.

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