Engineer , Grid & EBoP - Melbourne, Australia - Vestas

Description

Professional | Full-Time | Engineering

Vestas Australia yet again releasing an opportunity to all the Electrical Engineer who specialises in Power System Studies to join an amazing and dynamic team.

As an Electrical Engineer you will be working along the Regional Power Plant Solutions (PPS) technical function team. The role will encompass technical and stakeholder management from presales all the way to service on multiple projects. You will be working with a team of engineering professionals across the region working closely with other cross-functional teams delivering competitive and compliant grid solutions.

Power Solutions> VPS Region APAC> Power Plant Solutions APAC

Responsibilities:

• Review of Balance of Plant (BoP) design, drawing, and document submissions from sub

contractors against industry best practice, law, international, and local standards, in addition to Vestas' contractual and interfacing requirements from the perspective of grid connection.

• Support power system studies to define the wind farm generator performance standards and to develop the wind farm control system functional design specification and reactive plant requirements. Coordinate activities with the grid modeling department.

• Simulation and modeling of the wind Power Plant including WTG, PV, and storage.

• Research and prepare formal responses to inquiries regarding wind farm technical performance. Prepare and deliver technical presentations to customers.

• Ensure grid connection deliverables required to be submitted by Vestas are provided in a timely, safe and high-quality manner.

• Assessing the performance, efficiency, and reliability of the balance of plant systems specific to renewable energy projects.

• Identifying and resolving issues and inefficiencies within the balance of plant systems. This involves diagnosing problems, conducting root cause analysis, reviewing documents, and coordinating with other teams.

• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure grid connection issues are resolved promptly.

• Engage and manage consultants when required.

• Attend and provide input to various safety, design, technical, and risk meetings, workshops, and reviews.

• Documentation and Reporting- Maintain accurate records, prepare reports, and document all grid connection activities, milestones, and outcomes.

• Review grid connection documents.

Qualification :

• Electrical engineering (power systems knowledge) with a minimum of 2-5 years' experience.

• Registered or Certified Professional Engineer (RPEng or CPEng) preferred.

Competencies:

• Analytical mindset with the ability to identify and solve problems.

• Attention to detail and ability to work under tight deadlines.

• Experience in working together with international stakeholders.

• Must have experience with PSCAD, PSSe, and/or Powerfactory.

• Experience in the electricity generation sector.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and negotiate effectively.

• Experience in wind and or other renewable industries is preferred.

What We Offer:

• A strong safety culture

• Dynamic and fast-paced work environment

• An opportunity to work with the world leader in wind energy.

• The opportunity to further develop your skills and professional development.

• Global career progression prospects.

Additional information:

• Please note: We do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including before the advertised closing

Our Benefits

Vestas is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from those who identify as being Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.