Senior Engineer - Substation Primary Design

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Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.

We are more than 36,000 people, in over 70 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world's most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.

Role description:

Working closely with our State and Discipline Leads, you will be delivering primary substation design projects working with Arcadis Australia Power Team meeting high quality standards and drive technical excellence in the team. Bring engineering capabilities to preliminary and detail design of high voltage primary electrical plant including substations, power generating stations, windfarms and solar farms.

Role accountabilities:

The main responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to:

Preparing and reviewing engineering deliverables including complex reports, proposals, presentations, and drawing packages with the Brisbane Power Team.

HV transmission and distribution substations primary electrical design: layout design, specification of plant, coordination of civil design.

Earthing system analysis and design.

Taking personal responsibility for the preparation of detailed engineering documentation and leading the engineering effort for project including providing technical and performance oversight for members of the power team.

To manage selected projects, project task/responsibilities as assigned, and/or design processes (or parts of projects) to meet agreed budget, quality and timeframe targets.

To deliver fully documented designs to meet Client objectives and Arcadis quality system requirements.

To develop the technical competency of direct reports/ junior team members and ensure application of relevant international and Australian standards and engineering knowledge in various projects.

Apply engineering knowledge, techniques and tools complying with international design standards and Australian Codes and Standards relevant to assigned project.Prepare document and drawing package for the appropriate project design submission stage complying with codes and standards and delivering the design with high quality.

Conduct internal review and quality checks of engineering drawings and design calculations to ensure compliance with the project's requirements.

Prepare and register all relevant documentation and design reports and ensure all documentation is accurate and in compliance with the Arcadis and customer requirements.

Qualifications & Experience:

At least 7 years' experience in substation primary design, preferably in a consulting environment.

Consulting experience in power projects in Australia is preferred.

Experience in the production of CAD documentation to Australian Utility Standards and other international design standards.

Experience in utility processes from concept stage to construction and as-built drawings will also be beneficial.

Graduate of Bachelor of Technology/ Science in Electrical Engineering from recognized University.

Excellent English written and verbal communication skills.

Excellent mathematical skills applied in engineering calculations.

Organizational skills and proactive approach in project management.

Ability to provide solutions to technical problems.

Ability to lead, with good influencing, motivating and delegating skills.

Actively continue to develop technical knowledge and new emerging technology through regular CPD training.

Professional registration or working towards it with any leading engineering body such as Engineers Australia is preferred although not mandatory.

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We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It's why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.

You'll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you'll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you.

Together, we can create a lasting legacy.

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