About this role
Job Description Summary The Secondary System Engineer will carry out engineering designs in the protection, control and auxiliary systems discipline for transmission & distribution and power generation projects and tenders in accordance with the project specifications, agreed timeframes and Company Management Systems.
In this role you will provide direction and assistance to a work group to meet assigned objectives, work within defined parameters to make decisions, apply concepts to issues of moderate complexity, and resolve issues through immediate action or short-term planning.
Job Description Essential Responsibilities
• Be part of the team in designing or in charge of designing the protection and control system, Electrical distribution, & auxiliary systems of a High voltage & Medium voltage AIS & GIS substations • Execute the design, analysis, and / or evaluation of assigned projects using sound engineering principles and adhering to business standards, practices, procedures, and product / program requirements. • Carry out factory and/or site testing of protection systems to validate the design, manufacture and installation, utilising a range of modern secondary injection and protocol test equipment. • Document technical data generated by the assigned project consistent with engineering policies and procedures. • Provide technical leadership to personnel supporting the assigned project. • Carry out investigations into protection systems behaviour and provide timely communications on significant issues or developments. • Participate on teams assigned to address organizational initiatives and generic issues. • Participate as a presenter or reviewer in technical and program reviews. • Assure proper documentation of technical data generated for the assigned projects and/or tasks consistent with engineering policies and procedures. • Demonstrate EHS leadership and ensure Zero Deviation Plan is implemented within the team. • Identifies and evaluate EHS risks in own area and implements practical measures. • Participates in hierarchical/ team safety visits and leads EHS improvement initiatives. • Sets objectives and measures results to encourages EHS performance as a contributing factor to reach business objectives. • Sets the example by demonstrating the proper acts and actively observes work conditions and behaviours, giving constructive feedback and celebrating EHS effective prevention. • Actively participates in defining corrective actions when work is unsafe or when an uncontrolled risk is observed. • Routinely observes routines and behaviours of others and provides immediate feedback regarding unsafe behaviour and celebrates achievements or safe behaviours.
Required Qualifications & Experience
• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Science or Engineering, with major in electrical engineering
• At least 4-5 years’ working experience in power system protection, such as design, consulting, testing, and commissioning.
• Experience of a leading role in managing engineering activities is a plus
• Knowledge of Australian and IEC standards related to power systems and equipment.
• Ability to travel onsite when required. Expected to be up to 30% away depending on business need (e.g. during testing, commissioning, and site visits).
Desired Characteristics
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Ability to influence others and lead small teams.
• Lead initiatives of moderate scope and impact.
• Ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously.
• Effective problem identification and solution skills.
• Proven analytical and organisational ability.
As GE Vernova is a global organization, working across different time zones, and monitoring, reading and responding to contact outside normal working hours can be expected.
Additional Information Relocation Assistance Provided: No