Due to a significant and ongoing increase in power systems engineering, FortEng is seeking an experienced Senior Engineer to join the Power Systems team, based in our Hobart office (Rosny Park).
FortEng is an Engineering Consultancy with a focus on Power & Energy Systems. We have offices in Brisbane and Hobart, and our clients include Power Utilities (Generators, Transmission NSPs and Distribution NSPs), large industrials, mines, rail, and renewable energy developers. We work with our clients to help with new and existing power and energy systems through power system studies, performance and compliance testing and assessments, model validation testing and analysis, power quality, and traditional, renewable and hybrid energy system development and investigations.
At FortEng, we are passionate about engineering and working as a team to deliver a positive difference for our clients, the environment, and the wider community. While our value to our clients is centred around our technical expertise in Power & Energy Systems engineering, we place a particular emphasis on the team and our culture. Our team is deliberately sized so that we can remain agile, focus on individuals, and innovate in our work. FortEng offers flexible working arrangements, such as 9-day fortnights, to support your work life balance.
As a senior member of our team, you will not only have the opportunity to work closely with our clients to develop tailored and innovative solutions, but you will also take a leading role in the mentoring and development of our highly motivated and skilled workforce. Likewise, your continued learning and development is a priority for us, so in addition to a highly competitive package, we will work closely with you to support you in the achievement of your professional goals. If you share our passion for engineering and people and want to work with us on iconic projects across Australia, then we encourage you to reach out.
Our Commitment to you:
Highly competitive salary package ($140-180k range)
Continuous training and development to help you achieve your goals
Positive and fun company culture driven by our values
Challenging and interesting work on some of the largest power infrastructure projects in Australia
Flexible work arrangements on offer, such as 9-days fortnights; flexible start/finish times etc.
Supportive team
Social and team building activities and events
Your commitment to us:
Positive attitude, willingness to learn and a good team member
Electrical Engineering degree (Member of Engineers Australia or eligible for membership as MIEAust)
Minimum 5+ years' experience in Power Systems (PV, BESS, Hydro/Pumped Hydro, Wind, Synchronous Condensers and/or Thermal plant)
Modelling experience with PSCAD, DIgSILENT, SSAT and/or PSSE software
Experience with the NER, 5.3.4/5.3.9 applications (GPS/CPS) and/or Due Diligence projects
Self-motivated with a strong desire and ability to acquire technical and business knowledge/skills
Ability to mentor/train junior engineers
Ability to effectively engage with clients/key stakeholders
CPEng and RPEQ or eligible to obtain
Right to work in Australia
Please provide your CV and a cover letter detailing your suitability for the role.
Closing date Saturday 04 October 2025
Enquiries may be forwarded to but applications MUST be submitted via SEEK.