Electrical/Electronic Engineering (Engineering) Full time Add expected salary to your profile for insights At Powerlink, every possibility starts with youWe believe life's about possibilities. And so is the future. That's why we need you.We're working at the heart of Queensland's energy transformation. Now more than ever, we need people who want to help us deliver a world-class energy future and ensure we continue to navigate through this once in a generation energy challenge. Join us and make it happen.A career that matters and lastsAs the Principal Engineer - AEMS you'll help us connect a more sustainable energy future for more than five million Queenslanders and 241,000 businesses. Your work with us is about every light turned on, every community connected, and every future made possible.Competitive Salary starting from $241, 956 + 14.75% superFlexible & hybrid working optionsCareer developmentHealth & wellbeing programsLeave offerings (including 14 weeks paid parental leave - at full or half pay, plus additional leave purchasing)Inclusive workplace facilitiesFree undercover secure parking, with access to onsite charging stations for electric vehiclesWe believe every employee deserves the opportunity to enjoy a work-life balance that enhances their overall wellbeing and performance through inclusive and supportive benefits.The opportunity:As the Principal Engineer for our AEMS (Advanced Energy Management System), you will lead a team of engineers in developing and implementing a transformative energy management system for Powerlink. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional who can work independently and bring a high level of creativity, innovation, and expertise to our team.Specifically, you will:Lead a team to solve complex engineering problems and implement new technologies for the Advanced Energy Management System (AEMS)Serve as the primary escalation point for complex issues and make independent engineering decisions with RPEQ oversightDevelop and deliver technical expertise and solutions for AEMS-related design reviews, testing, procurement plans, and project governanceOversee the development and implementation of technical design standards and control system methodologies, ensuring compliance with safety policies and regulationsProvide advanced engineering oversight and establish standards for SCADA and AEMS-related workThe people you'll join:Powerlink is launching our new Advanced Energy Management System, laying the foundation for us to become the renewable grid of the future.This pivotal role, reporting directly to our AEMS Testing and Software Manager, is part of our Energy & Digital Management team. It requires a high degree of originality, ingenuity, judgment, and expertise.We are seeking passionate professionals to help us deliver cutting-edge technologies that streamline processes, enhance customer experience, and introduce innovative ways of working.What you'll bring:Degree level qualification in Electrical Engineering, coupled with significant experience within power system control environmentRegistered Professional Engineer Queensland (RPEQ)With a robust background in designing, maintaining, constructing, testing, and commissioning control systems, engineering applications, power system operations, and Network Management Systems - you have a proven track record in strategically managing transmission control systems to meet business goals and deliver results.You possess a strong ability to innovate and recommend advanced methodologies that enhance efficiency, reliability, and safety. Naturally, you demonstrate exceptional leadership skills in building and developing high-performance engineering teams. Proficiency in using SCADA data communication technologies is essential.You excel in collaborating with diverse stakeholders, including internal teams, external partners, and regulatory bodies, to influence decision-making and drive consensus. With a strong commitment to continuous improvement, you enjoy navigating complex challenges and providing strategic solutions that align with Powerlink's objectives.Find your possibility today:To kick start your career at Powerlink, apply by clicking the button above, attaching your resume and cover letter on our careers page before midnight on 22nd of November 2024. Please be aware our recruitment team will commence the review process during this period.To discuss any adjustment requirements or for more information on the role, contact Nix at ****** Our commitment to inclusion and belongingWe know empowering people to bring their whole self to work enables them to unleash their potential. Read more about our efforts towards greater Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, by visiting our careers site for more information!As a Veteran-Friendly Employer, we value the skills Veterans bring and ensure equal opportunities. Let us know if you're a Veteran for tailored support.Successful applicants will undergo necessary pre-employment checks. As advocates of the Circle Back initiative, we pledge to respond to all applications promptly.Powerlink acknowledges the Traditional Owners and their custodianship of the skies, lands, and waters of Queensland and in particular, the lands on which we operate. Powerlink Queensland (Powerlink) is a leading Australian provider of high voltage electricity transmission network services, combining innovation with insight to deliver safe, cost-effective and reliable solutions.We are a Government Owned Corporation (GOC) that owns, develops, operates and maintains the high voltage electricity transmission network in Queensland.Our network extends 1,700 kilometres (km) from Cairns to the New South Wales (NSW) border, and comprises 15,358 circuit km of transmission lines and 147 substations.Powerlink Queensland (Powerlink) is a leading Australian provider of high voltage electricity transmission network services, combining innovation with insight to deliver safe, cost-effective and reliable solutions.We are a Government Owned Corporation (GOC) that owns, develops, operates and maintains the high voltage electricity transmission network in Queensland.Our network extends 1,700 kilometres (km) from Cairns to the New South Wales (NSW) border, and comprises 15,358 circuit km of transmission lines and 147 substations. Perks and benefits Genuine Flexible & Hybrid Working Arrangements Work a 9 – Day Fortnight Swap a Public Holiday Parental Leave Inclusive Leave Professional Reimbursement Costs Onsite Facilities Paid Volunteer Leave
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