About Acciona Energia
As a global leader in renewable energy, Acciona Energia is driving innovation in the Australian market with their ambitious growth strategy.
We are proud to partner with them to recruit multiple positions for their team.
The Company
* Pioneers in renewable energy assets in Australia, with the Mac Intyre Wind Farm currently under construction - set to be the largest wind farm in the Southern Hemisphere.
* Recognized as a Top Employer 2022 in 5 countries, including Australia, for our supportive and successful culture.
About the Role
The Senior Electrical Engineer will join our Engineering Team, providing technical expertise and design management for electrical aspects of wind, solar, and battery projects throughout the project development, construction, and operation phases.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Assist in assessing and developing new storage, solar, and wind projects.
2. Conduct desktop studies to identify grid connection constraints and opportunities.
3. Provide Bills of Quantities (BOQs) and layout plans for construction teams.
4. Manage design of primary electrical systems in compliance with industry standards.
5. Review technical documents and ensure compliance.
6. Prepare specifications and evaluate contractor proposals.
7. Provide construction phase support and resolve design issues.
8. Offer technical advice on system failures.
9. Provide design documents for system upgrades.
10. Act as a point of contact for the electrical team and stakeholders.
11. Provide peer review and maintain relationships.
12. Uphold Acciona technical standards and policies.
13. Support overseas projects when needed.
14. Develop and manage external relationships successfully.
15. Ensure personal compliance with Acciona policies and procedures.
Requirements:
* Degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering.
* Minimum 8 years' experience in consulting or design management roles.
* Experience in renewable generation projects, with a focus on utility-scale wind, solar, and storage technologies.
* A strong background in HV substation primary plant design is required.
* Experience in HV substation secondary protection systems and substation SCADA systems or HV lines design is desirable.
* Self-driven and autonomous, with the ability to take lead and deliver project outcomes.
* Strong technical report and scope writing skills.
* Experience working as part of an interdisciplinary design and construction management team.
Benefits:
* Diverse workload.
* Join a supportive team environment.
* Scope to learn and develop professionally.
* Early finish on Fridays.
* Global Leader in Renewable projects.
* Competitive Salary and benefits with annual bonus.