Job Title: Primary Substation Design Engineer
Description
We are seeking an experienced Primary Substation Design Engineer to join our Power Team. This role can be based in Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane.
This is a mid-senior level position that requires a high degree of independence and the ability to manage projects from inception to completion.
Responsibilities:
* Manage risk on substantial projects
* Deliver best client outcomes which have provided cost savings
* Effectively lead small teams and contribute to building the technical capability of others
* Develop client relationships
* Provide advice and undertake key complex technical tasks with a high degree of independence across a broad range of small, medium and some large projects
* Successfully monitor and manage the scope and risk of multiple varying size projects and apply business systems
* Prepare complex technical reports and prepare successful proposals on small, medium and some large projects
* Utilise good time management skills with the ability to efficiently plan workloads and meet deadlines
* Effectively work across a variety of projects learning and applying new skills and knowledge quickly and efficiently
* Effectively manage client relationships and expectations
* Provide supervision to other staff
* Effectively engage key stakeholders to result in superior project outcomes which meet or exceed client expectations
Requirements
To be successful in this role you will require:
* Tertiary Qualification in Engineering
* Minimum 8 years' professional industry experience in Primary Substation Design
* Ability to interpret and communicate information of a complex nature
* Proven ability to manage projects to scope, cost, time, human resources, communication, procurement, quality and risk
* Competent business planning, budgeting and commercial acumen
* An understanding of the business/organisation/marketing context of business solutions
* Maintaining an industry awareness
* Familiar with relevant Australian Standards and specifications
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively within a diverse and multi-disciplinary environment
* Skills in undertaking a co-operative and flexible work style to work in a team environment
Benefits
SMEC offers a range of benefits including:
* Global career opportunities
* Flexible and hybrid work environment
* Opportunities for professional development and growth
About SMEC
SMEC is a global provider of engineering, environmental and construction services. We deliver bespoke, value engineered outcomes for our clients through our international knowledge pool of planners, renewable energy consultants and technical specialists.
We have delivered stand-alone and grid-tie photovoltaic and solar thermal projects, 'water to wire' services on mini and micro-hydro projects, geothermal power plants and generation facilities.