Lead Electrical Power Systems Engineer

Make a real impact

At Verbrec youll work on some of the most exciting projects across Australia delivering innovative solutions that power industries and communities; Verbrec also works directly with our client to influence the transition to renewable energy systems and decarbonisation. Help us as we become a recognised partner for a sustainable future while continuing to support the growth requirements in the energy sector.

With over 500 dedicated team members operating out of locations across Australia and New Zealand Verbrec is an ASX listed company (ASX: VBC) providing industry leading engineering and operations services across the entire asset lifecycle with a significant focus on growth into new and existing industries.

We take pride in our focus on safety while driving a strong people-focused culture to make transformations toward a sustainable and smart future.

We are problem solvers

Its rewarding to be part of Verbrec a place for creative thinkers with innovative technical solutions who are active in enabling a sustainable future for our clients.

We are looking for an experienced Power System Electrical Lead Engineer to take technical ownership of LV and HV power system design and studies across brownfield and greenfield projects in the oil and gas mining and utilities sectors.

Youll deliver safe robust cost effective electrical designs from early concept and FEED through detailed design construction support and commissioning. Youll also provide day to day technical leadership mentor engineers and help maintain strong client relationships.

What youll be doing

• Lead concept FEED and detailed design for LV/HV distribution systems: SLDs schematics wiring diagrams earthing layouts cable schedules
• Engineer and specify equipment including LV/HV switchboards MCCs RMUs switchyards (33/66/132 kV) UPS and battery systems transformers cables lighting surge protection
• Deliver power system studies and reports: load flow short circuit motor starting protection coordination arc flash harmonics and power quality dynamic studies
• Develop protection philosophies relay settings files and coordination curves support FAT and SAT for protection and control schemes
• Perform earthing and lightning protection design including touch and step voltage assessment
• Ensure compliance with relevant AS/NZS and IEC standards and applicable legislation including Queensland electrical safety requirements
• Coordinate across disciplines and support construction commissioning energisation plans RFIs as builts and handover documentation
• Contribute to proposals value engineering optioneering and client engagement
• Mentor and supervise team members support QA peer reviews and continuous improvement

Key deliverables youll own

• SLDs protection SLDs relay I/O and logic diagrams schematics wiring diagrams
• Datasheets specifications load lists cable schedules earthing and lightning layouts
• Study reports and design calculations (cable sizing voltage drop transformer sizing short circuit earthing battery autonomy heat rise considerations)
• Technical bid evaluations design review records compliance matrices commissioning support documentation

We are Agile

This allows us to be light on our feet and progressive as we dont get bogged down in bureaucracy. We get that the 9-5 isnt for everyone and were open to hear what works for you.

What youll bring to the role

• Degree in Electrical Engineering
• IEPNG registration
• 15 years industry experience or recognised specialist capability in power systems protection and LV/HV design
• Strong working knowledge of Australian legislation regulations and standards
• CPEng preferred RPEQ required if QLD based or delivering work for Queensland
• Proficiency with power system tools such as ETAP and SKM PTW
• Clear technical communication confident stakeholder engagement and the ability to lead and mentor a small team.

We are growing

At Verbrec we empower change and create opportunities for you to develop a supercharged career pathway whether it is a technical or focused on the people. We attribute our growth to our team enjoying what they do by and having a meaningful impact on projects that will shape our future.

If you are experienced Electrical Engineer with background in power and with a passion for delivering engineering excellence and want a to work in a collaborative team environment with varied clients and projects apply today.

The new Verbrecbrand represents our evolution and continued growth by leveraging emerging techniques and technologies for the benefit of our engineered.

Our Vision- Meeting the future by engineering transformative solutions through full project and asset lifecycles.

Our Promise to You- We believe in passionate and innovative people delivering our success. We take pride in seeing our people continually develop their career opportunities and access wonderful employee benefits. We offer our people engaging and challenging work the opportunity for personal success and a fun and friendly culture. We are an inclusive workplace and we believe in diversity and opportunity for all.

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*Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are encouraged to apply*