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Specialist Engineer, Grid & EBoP
Vestas
Manufactures, installs and services wind turbines worldwide, driving renewable energy projects.
Lead power systems analysis and grid connection for wind farm projects
6d ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Hybrid
Company Size
35,100 Employees
Service Specialisms
Wind turbine manufacturing
Installation services
Operations & Maintenance
Project development
Commissioning
Active Output Management
Technical training
Sector Specialisms
Energy
Wind
Industrial
Infrastructure
Utilities
Solar
Government
Water Resources
Role
What you would be doing
bop performance
power studies
modeling simulation
grid delivery
control specification
process improvement
Lead, review and assess the performance, efficiency, and reliability of balance of plant systems specific to renewable energy projects
Lead and coordinate a small group of power systems engineers on multiple projects undertaking power system studies to define the wind farm generator performance standards
Prepare and deliver technical presentations to customer.
Attend network service provider/ independent system operator (or equivalent bodies within APAC region) to present power system study results and discuss issues
Lead and undertake modeling and simulation of Wind and Hybrid Power Plants including PV and Battery Energy Storage
Lead and manage the grid connection deliverables required to be submitted by Vestas ensuring these are delivered in a timely, safe and high-quality manner.
Prepare project specific work/ delivery plans, schedules within PSPA scope and coordinate and hold project progress meetings with PSPA project team
Support Head of Power Systems Performance Analysis in, resource management, resolving technical queries escalated by all team members, addressing customer queries, coordinating with internal stakeholders
Identifying and resolving issues and inefficiencies within the balance of plant systems. This involves diagnosing problems, conducting root cause analysis, reviewing document, and coordinating with other teams
Review of Balance of Plant (BoP) design, drawing and document submissions from subcontractors against industry best practice, law, international and local standards, in addition to Vestas' contractual and interfacing requirements from grid connection perspective
Coordinate, lead investigations with other team members in relation to inquiries regarding wind farm technical performance and prepare formal responses
Take the lead in development of the wind farm control system functional design specification and reactive power plant requirements
Pioneer and lead process improvement initiatives
Attend and provide input to various safety, design, technical and risk meetings, workshops and reviews
Engage and manage external consultants when required
Pioneer and maintain accurate records, prepare reports, and document all grid connection activities, milestones, and outcomes
What you bring
phd
python
pscad
pss/e
renewable
mentoring
Experience in wind and or other renewable industries is preferred
Basic level of experience in small signal analysis tools such as SSAT is advantageous
Able to understand and interpret complex grid code requirements
Analytical mindset with the ability to identify and solve problems
Product knowledge of STATCOMs/ synchronous condensers/ SVCs /HVDC system design and control/ BESS systems (with Grid Forming technology) is advantageous
PhD in power systems or power electronics with a minimum of 6+yrs industry experience
Bachelors' / Masters' degree specializing in power systems with a minimum of 10+yrs industry experience, or
Proven experience in mentoring and developing less experienced team members
All potential employees will be subject to a full medical assessment to be considered for this role.
Attention to detail and ability to work under tight deadlines
Proven track record in the power systems modelling and analysis along with expert level knowledge in any one of the areas of hybrid plant analysis, weak grid analysis, system strength impact assessment
Expert user of PSCAD, PSS/E and DIgSILENT PowerFactory
Expert level developer and user of Python automation scripts for Power Systems analysis tools above
Benefits
Gain and master Vestas product specific knowledge and mentor less experienced engineer on these aspects
Flexible workplace arrangements
Excellent Career Development opportunities both Nationally and Globally
Total wind energy infrastructure across multiple countries.
88 Countries
Global Presence
Shows extensive international reach in energy solutions.
Evolved from steel tools to become a global wind turbine pioneer.
Designs, manufactures, sells, installs and maintains wind farms across onshore and offshore projects.
Manufacturing spans dozens of countries, with flagship facilities in Europe, Asia, and the U.S.
Known for landmark projects like Europe’s oldest offshore wind farm and turbine prototypes.
Specialises in wind energy infrastructure, from regional turbines to service hub networks.
Innovative developments include stealth blades, hybrid quadrotor tests, and tall turbine towers.
Culture + Values
Simplicity
Collaboration
Accountability
Passion
Never compromise on safety
Follow our Code of Conduct
Take an outside‑in customer perspective
Adjust quickly and simplify how we work
Drive continuous improvement with long‑term focus
Make goals and objectives clear and give teams freedom to execute
Win and lose together; pick best team for the job
Act with integrity & respect; lead by example
Proactively share information; communicate with clarity, conviction, impact
Value different perspectives; build high‑performing teams
Listen first, learn, foster feedback culture
Acknowledge responsibilities and decisions; hold each other accountable
Understand what’s best for all of Vestas
Have the courage to speak up
Keep commitments—view them as promises
Be proud of shared purpose to make the planet better
Seek to make work and impact as sustainable as possible
Have courage to think differently and seek understanding
Inspire colleagues and enable smart decisions
Show perseverance and determination even when facing adversity
Environment + Sustainability
88% corporate cars now EVs
Sustainable transportation transition
88% of corporate benefit cars have been transitioned to electric vehicles or plug-in hybrids, with 465 sustainably-fuelled service vehicles added in 2023.
239M tonnes GHG prevented annually
Emission reduction impact
Installed turbines prevent 239 million tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions per year, with turbines emitting only 2% of the emissions they avoid over their lifecycle.
55% carbon reduction by 2025
Carbon footprint reduction target
A 55% reduction in combined Scope 1 and Scope 2 carbon footprint by 2025, aligning with SBTi validated targets.
66% emissions reduction in steel
Sustainable steel production
Partnership with ArcelorMittal reduces tower steel emissions by up to 66% using low-emission steel produced with scrap steel in electric-arc furnaces powered by wind.
Carbon neutrality in own operations by 2030 without carbon offsets
Zero-waste wind turbines by 2040 (eliminate non-recyclable waste)
100% renewable electricity for factories and offices since 2013
Factories use renewable heating; service fleet transitioning to eco-friendly options including hydrogen vessel from 2025
All future joint offshore projects will use ≥25% low-carbon steel towers and recycled-material blades
Scope 1 and 2 SBTi-validated targets set in August 2020; own operations carbon footprint reduced 55% by 2025 target, 100% by 2030
SBTi-aligned supply-chain decarbonisation of 45% per MWh by 2030
Committed to embedding sustainability in governance and all business activities
Inclusion & Diversity
88+ Nationalities
Global Workforce Representation
Reflects the diversity of the company's employees in 2024.
41% Employees Covered
Union or Collective Bargaining
Percentage of employees covered by union agreements in applicable regions during 2024.
19% Female Leadership
Women in Senior Positions
Current representation of women in leadership roles.
25% Leadership by 2025
Gender Targets: 30% by 2030
Ambitious goals to increase female representation in leadership over the next decade.
DEIB mission: guarantee equal opportunities and fair treatment regardless of background
Actions launched: external pay-structure audit (gender, nationality, age); recruitment process review; embedding DEI in talent and leadership programmes
Belief: diversity brings strength and innovation (“Diversity is our wind, and inclusion, our turbine…”)
First DEI goals formalised in sustainability strategy in 2020
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