Experienced/ Senior Protection Engineer

Overview

Design and deliver secondary protection systems for high voltage network projects.

Key Responsibilities

• design development
• risk assessment
• project coordination
• standards development
• design review
• commissioning

Tasks

-Preparing preliminary or detailed design, options analysis/ risk assessments, scope and specifications of Protection Systems. -Supporting the co-ordination of engineering project deliverables with stakeholders -Planning and prioritising your workload, working across multiple projects simultaneously. -Support for professional certifications and memberships. -Supporting the development and maintenance of Protection System standards including equipment evaluation. -Support achieving Chartered Status with Engineers Australia. -Performing engineering design reviews, compliance and validation including commissioning witnessing of Protection Systems.

Requirements

• substation automation
• dnp3
• iec 61850
• protection experience
• problem solving
• electrical engineering

What You Bring

-Knowledge of Substation Automation System and Substation Infrastructure Engineering. -Knowledge of DNP3 and IEC 61850 substation network communication standards. -Experience in protection system construction and commissioning. -Problem-solving prowess and a knack for finding practical solutions. -Knowledge of legislated industry requirements (National Electricity Rules, ESCOSA, AEMO Guidelines, Safety in Design etc.). -Strong knowledge and experience of secondary systems circuitry design and HV power system protection schemes and principles are essential. -Ability to produce protection device (IED) settings and configuration files. -Degree in Electrical Engineering or relevant discipline is essential, with approximately 5-8 years of relevant protection experience within secondary systems.

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Benefits

-Relocation and visa assistance for this Adelaide based role. -Payment of Engineers Australia membership (Engineers and associated professionals only). -Regular social events and team activities. -Employee Assistance Program for your personal and professional wellbeing. -16 weeks paid parental leave for the primary carer or 4 weeks as the secondary carer. -A welcoming and inclusive company culture with a strong team spirit. -Exceptional opportunities for career development and ongoing support. -Flexibility to utilise public holiday leave entitlements for other cultural celebrations. -Flexible work practices that support your well-being. -Additional paid volunteering and office closure leave. -15 days personal/carers leave per year.

About Electranet Pty Ltd

-Operates one of Australia's largest high voltage electricity transmission networks. -Connects South Australia's power grid with major energy generation sources and markets. -Focuses on ensuring a reliable, affordable, and secure power supply for businesses and consumers. -Has a significant role in renewable energy integration into South Australia's grid. -Projects span across infrastructure upgrades, new transmission lines, and critical energy system innovations. -Improves grid stability, particularly in areas with increasing renewable energy sources. -A key milestone was the connection of the South Australian grid to the National Electricity Market (NEM). -Is deeply invested in modernizing its network to support future energy demands.

Sector Specialisms

Visa Sponsorship

-relocation and visa assistance provided for the adelaide-based role.

Security Clearance

-applicants will undergo background checks including global criminal history, reference checks, qualification and employment verification, australian work rights validation, and any additional checks as required.