Principal Secondary System Engineer I NSW

To be successful in this role, you will be an experienced Secondary System Engineer with a track record across leading the design and delivery of secondary, protection and related electrical systems projects. You will be known for your ability to work independently, leading technical excellence and the delivery of projects, working collaboratively in teams, with a project and client-first focus. Experience and exposure to working across different project types, site requirements, and geographies at utility scale will be an advantage. The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don’t tick all the boxes, you could still be a perfect fit for this role. Please apply, all applications will be considered. The qualities that help you thrive: Demonstrated experience working delivering secondary systems and related projects, to design standards and specifications for major clients. Experienced delivering secondary, protection and related projects from scope and specifications, detailed design, review sign off, report writing and relay configurations. Previous experience in design teams working for Grid Utilities (such as National Grid, Transgrid, Transpower, Powergrid etc.) is highly desirable. Prior experience (7+ years’) in leading design engineering teams across disciplines in a global consultancy firm is preferred. Familiarity with relevant Australian standards (e.g., AS/NZS) and industry best practices. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Chartered Engineer status (or working towards) is highly desirable, supported by a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related discipline. 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We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too. Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours. ReqID: J10151097 Business Line: Energy Business Group: DCS Strategic Business Unit: ANZ Career Area: Engineering Work Location Model: Hybrid