Lead Engineer, GRID Development

3 weeks ago

Melbourne, Australia Vestas Full time

 Professional | Full-Time | Engineering

Vestas Australia has an excellent opportunity for a Lead Engineer in Grid Development. Australian Grid is expanding tremendously and your skill set and experience will help Vestas Australia grow even more. 

As a Lead Engineer, Grid Development you will be providing technical expertise and specialist knowledge regarding the power systems which will support the Sales and Construction departments and understand the grid and power systems solutions on all projects across the ASP region, with emphasis on the Australian market.

Working with a team of engineering professionals across the region working closely with other cross-functional teams delivering competitive and compliant grid solutions. The role will encompass technical and resource management throughout the construction phase, managing the grid compliance and balance of plant processes on multiple projects

Power Solutions> VPS Region APC> Powe Plant Solutions APAC

Responsibilities

This role is to support Vestas Development in the grid connection and compliance aspects of the project. 
• Liaise with the project development lead and project managers to assess the feasibility of the proposed project.
• Support/coordinate with the power system studies team to define the wind farm generator performance standards and to develop the wind farm control system functional design specification and reactive plant requirements. Coordinate activities with the grid modelling department;
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure grid connection issues are resolved promptly;
• Support the procurement, design, installation, commissioning and testing of wind farm grid monitoring equipment, and control systems;
• Undertake/Support generator performance standards compliance testing, model validation (R2) testing, and generator registration with AEMO, including liaising with site-based personnel;
• Engage and manage power systems engineering consultancies when required;
• Prepare formal responses to inquiries regarding wind farm technical performance collating internal SME inputs. Prepare and deliver technical presentations to external stakeholders when required;
• Attend and provide input to various safety, design, technical and risk meetings, workshops and reviews when required;
• On the project commercials, assess Variations, Requests for Information (RFIs) and payment claims.

Qualifications

• Registered or Certified Professional Engineer (RPEng or CPEng)
• Engineering degree in Electrical or Power Systems

Competencies

• Grid connection experience, especially wind farm registration will be highly valued.
• Generator and power systems modelling - wind farm modelling highly valued.
• Experience using PSS/E, PSCAD, and PowerFactory simulation tools is desirable.
• Ability to engage and manage consultants - tier-one company experience valued.
• Experience in reviewing and negotiating grid compliance during the sales and construction phase of projects.
• Experience in negotiation with major stakeholders, such as clients, consultants, contractors and authorities.
• Experience working in high-pressure environment

What we offer

•Excellent career development opportunities both Nationally and Globally
•A workplace that embraces Diversity and Inclusion
•Flexible workplace arrangements • weeks Paid Primary Carers Leave
•3 weeks Paid Secondary Carers Leave
•Employee Assistance Program

Additional information

• All potential employees will be subject to undertaking a full medical assessment to be considered for this role. 
• Please note: We do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including before the advertised closing date. Applications will close on the 4th of February 3

Our Benefits

Join the World's Leading Wind Energy Solutions Provider Excellent Career Development opportunities both Nationally and Globally A workplace that embraces Diversity and Inclusion Flexible workplace arrangements weeks Paid Primary Carers Leave 3 weeks Paid Secondary Carers Leave Employee Assistance Program

Vestas is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from those who identify as being Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

DEIB Statement
At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.

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