Technical Director

2 weeks ago

North Sydney, Australia Jacobs Full time

Market
Energy & Power

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

It’s an exciting time to be part of the energy transition as our Energy and Power business continues to experience rapid growth across the APAC region, working with new and established clients to deliver the Energy Transition. From major renewable energy projects to high voltage direct current inter country interconnectors and offshore grids, we’re integrating a multitude of these solution elements to build a cleaner and more resilient energy future.

Here's what you'll need

Jacobs is seeking a Technical Director - Substations to lead our efforts in positioning Jacobs at the forefront of Substation Design to meet the requirements of energy transition activities within the Asia Pacific (APAC) region. This role is pivotal in shaping our technical practice and delivering innovative solutions that provide superior value to our clients.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop a regionally recognised technical discipline in Substation Design
  • Assure the quality of technical outputs through the appointment and management of Technical Leaders
  • Shape the direction of the technical practice based on future-focused insights and thought leadership
  • Provide technical leadership in Sales and actively participate in Client engagement
  • Identify, manage, and mitigate technical risk exposure to the business
  • Collaborate with APAC Power Technical Directors to develop a leading regional technical practice
  • Develop and implement strategies to harness diversity and inclusion, succession planning, and mentoring
  • Deliver innovative and robust technical solutions for substation projects (11kV to 330kV)
  • Contribute to proposals, bids, and business development opportunities
  • Provide mentoring and technical support in your area of speciality

Qualifications and Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (CPEng or actively working towards it preferred)
  • Minimum 15 years of industry experience, preferably in consulting or power utility environments
  • Recognized technical specialist in substation engineering by industry and peers
  • Extensive knowledge of Australian Standards relating to HV substation design
  • Experience with substation primary and secondary systems (11kV to 500kV)
  • Understanding of protection schemes, IEC61850, and primary plant technologies
  • Knowledge of substation construction & commissioning methodologies
  • Experience in substation earthing systems design, lightning protection, transformers, busbars, and switchgear

Jacobs. A world where you can. 

At Jacobs, we support your personal life and career journeys. From our inclusive employee networks to our positive mental health champions, we're committed to driving a culture of caring where you can be you. With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we've gone beyond traditional ways of working to help you uncover a working arrangement that delivers the flexibility, tools and space to maximise your potential.

We're the 2023 winners of the Consult Australia People First Award for our suite of employee benefits that support all our employees in all stages of their personal and professional lives.

For the 6th consecutive year, we've been named an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (Australia). In New Zealand, we're a founding member of The Diversity Agenda and are committed to making our industry more inclusive and diverse. In Australia, our Reconciliation journey continues to be a considerable focus across all levels of the Jacobs community as we progress our Innovate level Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP).

Our Bronze Employer status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTI+ inclusion recognises our progress in creating an environment where our Jacobs employees can bring their whole selves to work.

We aim to embed inclusion and diversity in everything we do. We know that if we're inclusive, we're more connected, and if diverse, we're more creative. We accept people for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, mental health, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you're pregnant or on family leave. This is reflected in our eight global Jacobs employee networks centred on driving inclusion and diversity – ACE, Careers, Enlace, Harambee, OneWorld, Prism, Vetnet, and our Women’s Network – find out more about our Jacobs Employee Networks here.

No matter what drives you, you'll discover a way to cultivate, nurture and achieve your goals – all at a single global company.

We're an equal opportunity employer and encourage candidates of diverse backgrounds to apply. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged to apply. Jacobs aims to provide cultural safety at our interviews. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are invited to nominate a cultural representative to participate on the interview panel; please let your recruiter know in your application.

Accessibility 

Please contact the team if you require support or reasonable adjustments regarding our recruitment process (for example, you need the application form in a different format).

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people from marginalised or underrepresented backgrounds are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every qualification. At Jacobs, we're dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align with every requirement in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be the right candidate for this or other roles.

Please note: If you are being represented by a recruitment agency you will not be considered, to be considered you will need to apply directly to Jacobs.

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