Engineering Technician

Western Power

The Role

Overview

Install, configure, and maintain AMI metering devices and network components.

Key Responsibilities

  • installation
  • configuration
  • maintenance
  • testing
  • integration
  • fault diagnosis

Tasks

We're offering a new permanent opportunity for an Engineering technician in our Metering Team to play a key role in installing, configuring, and maintaining AMI metering devices, communication modules, and network components. You'll ensure systems meet both internal and regulatory standards, while using your diagnostic and troubleshooting skills to support accurate data collection and reliable network performance. -Provide on-the-ground technical support and training to field teams, ensuring safe and consistent installs. -Champion compliance and contribute to innovation projects that boost system performance and customer outcomes. -Test, commission, and validate new metering tech, firmware upgrades, and system integrations. -Work closely with engineering and IT to troubleshoot complex integration and data flow challenges. -Keep detailed, accurate records of configurations, tests, and network changes for asset traceability. -Monitor data and network performance to spot issues early and drive continuous improvement. -Install, configure, and maintain AMI meters, comms modules, and network components to meet high safety and regulatory standards. -Diagnose and resolve metering and communication faults to keep data accurate and systems running smoothly.

Requirements

  • safety
  • electrical
  • troubleshooting
  • engineering diploma
  • documentation
  • power industry

What You Bring

-Knowledge of safe work and network access practices. -Hands-on technical electrical experience with an understanding of systems & processes. -Proven technical problem-solving and troubleshooting skills. -Qualified in Electrical Trade or Diploma in Engineering. -Ability to apply engineering techniques and recommend solutions. -Experience preparing clear work instructions and process docs. -Experience in Power Industry or Control Systems background

Benefits

We value diversity and inclusivity, encouraging applications from all backgrounds, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and LGBTQIA+ communities. Find out more about our Reconciliation Action Plan and Disability Access and Inclusion Plan. -Access to salary packaging, social club activities, and discounted health insurance and gym membership. -An award-winning employee recognition and benefits programme. -Access to end-of-trip facilities at our Perth office, perfect for cyclists. -The opportunity to purchase up to four weeks of additional leave per year. -Flexible work arrangements to support part time work, working hours and working from home arrangements. -In addition to standard leave, enjoy three wellness leave days each year. -Over 50% of our employment opportunities are driven by career progression.

The Company

About Western Power

-Focus on modernizing infrastructure with smart grid technology to enhance reliability and reduce outages. -Key role in connecting renewable energy sources, such as wind and solar, to promote cleaner energy solutions. -Typical projects include construction and maintenance of substations, distribution lines, and cutting-edge technology integration. -Noteworthy projects involve automated fault detection systems and grid resilience initiatives for extreme weather events.

Sector Specialisms

Electricity Network

Renewable Energy

Transmission

Distribution

Microgrid

Battery Storage

Energy Infrastructure

Substations

Clean Energy

Energy Supply

Energy Management

Grid Operations

Power Generation Integration

Electricity Market

Network Maintenance

Energy Transition

Sustainable Energy Systems

Energy Distribution

Energy Regulation Compliance

Energy Technology