OverviewVestas Australia is offering an outstanding opportunity for an experienced Grid Expert. The Australian Grid presents a challenging yet fascinating field to work in. With Vestas Australia's significant expansion, your expertise and experience will contribute to building a sustainable future. The Grid team oversees all aspects of the grid during the sales, construction, and service phases of projects throughout the Asia Pacific, with a focus on Australia and New Zealand. You will collaborate with a team of engineering experts across the region, working closely with various cross-functional teams to deliver competitive and compliant grid solutions. This role includes technical and resource management during the construction phase, overseeing grid compliance, and managing the balance of plant processes for multiple projects. Location: Melbourne/ Brisbane/ Perth. Power Solutions> VPS Region APC>Power Plant Solutions APACResponsibilitiesSupport power system studies to define the wind farm generator performance standards and to develop the wind farm control system functional design specification and reactive plant requirements. Coordinate activities with the grid modelling department.Review of Balance of Plant (BoP) design, drawing and document submissions from subcontractors against industry best practice, law, international and local standards, in addition to Vestas\' contractual and interfacing requirements from the perspective of grid connection compliance.Ensure grid connection deliverables required to be submitted by Vestas are provided in a timely, safe and high-quality manner.Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure grid connection issues are resolved promptly.Undertake and support the procurement, design, installation, commissioning and testing of wind farm grid monitoring equipment, and control systems.Undertake generator performance standards compliance testing, model validation (R2) testing, and generator registration with AEMO, including liaising with site-based personnel.Engage and manage power systems engineering consultancies when required.Research and prepare formal responses to inquiries regarding wind farm technical performance. Prepare and deliver technical presentations to customers.Attend and provide input to various safety, design, technical and risk meetings, workshops and reviews.Assess Variations, Requests for Information (RFIs) and payment claims.Review tender specifications.QualificationsRegistered or Certified Professional Engineer (RPEng or CPEng).Engineering degree in Electrical or Power Systems.Ability to manage consultants and designers in a construction environment - tier-one companies valued.Experience in review of grid connection compliance design in a construction environment.Any grid connection experience, especially wind farm registration will be highly valued.Generator and power systems modelling - wind farm modelling is highly valued.Experience using PSS/E, PSCAD, PowerFactory simulation tools.Substation electrical design well regarded.Experience in negotiation with major stakeholders, such as clients, consultants, contractors and authorities.Experience in high-pressure environment.What we offerExcellent career development opportunities both nationally and globally.A workplace that embraces Diversity and Inclusion.Flexible workplace arrangements.Employee Assistance Program.Additional informationAll potential employees will be subject to undertaking a full medical assessment to be considered for this role.Please note: We do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including before the advertised closing date.Join the World\'s Leading Wind Energy Solutions Provider.3 weeks Paid Secondary Carers Leave.Vestas is an equal opportunity employer. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from those who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.Our commitment to a fair hiring At Vestas, we evaluate all candidates solely based on their professional experience, education, and relevant skills. To support a fair recruitment process, we kindly ask that you remove any photos, dates of birth or graduation, gender pronouns, marital status, or other personal information not relevant to the role before submitting your CV/resume. Your CV/resume should focus on your professional and educational background, along with the necessary contact details (email and phone number). We train our hiring teams in inclusive evaluation and regularly review process outcomes to ensure fairness.DEIB Statement At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.BEWARE – RECRUITMENT FRAUD: It has come to our attention that there are fraudulent emails claiming to work for Vestas. Read more via the following: vestas.com/en/careers/our-recruitment-processAbout Vestas Vestas is the energy industry's global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We design, manufacture, install, and service wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. We have installed more wind power than anyone else, with more than 185 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience. With 30,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future. We promote a diverse workforce and are committed to equal opportunity. 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