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Senior Electrical Secondary Design Engineer — Newcastle Area, Newcastle Region

Design the backbone of clean energy in a city where innovation meets coastal living. Join a trailblazing engineering team in Newcastle , where world-class renewable projects meet laid-back beachside charm. If you're a Senior Electrical Engineer passionate about protection systems and secondary design for wind farms and large-scale battery storage , this is your chance to lead critical infrastructure that powers Australia's energy transition while surfing at sunrise or sipping Semillon in the Hunter Valley. Your Mission: Master Protection Systems: Lead cutting-edge HV substation designs, crafting protection schemes, relay settings, and control systems for wind farms and battery storage projects. Solve Complex Challenges: Develop tripping/logic diagrams, configure IEC 61850-compliant networks, and oversee CT/VT sizing to ensure grid resilience. Lead & Mentor: Guide junior engineers, coordinate equipment procurement, and provide technical leadership from concept to site commissioning. Deliver Excellence: Balance precision with pace, ensuring designs meet AS/IEC standards and utility requirements while hitting project milestones. Why Newcastle & the Hunter? Coastal playground: Live minutes from iconic surf beaches like Merewether, coastal trails, and Lake Macquary's tranquil waters. Weekend escapes: Explore the Hunter Valley vineyards, hot air balloon rides, and farm-to-table dining just 30 minutes away. ️ Affordable, vibrant living: Enjoy 40% lower housing costs than Sydney, a revitalised CBD with buzzing eateries, and a thriving arts scene. Adventure-ready: Hike Barrington Tops rainforests, sandboard Stockton Dunes, or cycle Throsby Creeks greenways. What We Offer: Relocation support: Financial assistance insider tips to settle into Newcastle seamlessly. Flexible work: Balance site visits with beach mornings or family time. Career growth: Lead nationally significant projects with CPEng mentorship. Competitive package: Attractive salary bonuses vehicle allowance for regional travel. Who You Are: A CPEng-qualified Electrical Engineer (or eligible) with expertise in HV protection/secondary systems (relay configuration, DNP3/IEC 61850). Proficient in software like SEL, Siemens, or GE, with a knack for translating standards into flawless designs. A collaborative leader who thrives under pressure and mentors teams to excel. Ready to call Newcastle home where career impact meets coastal tranquillity. Join Us: Be part of a team driving Australia's renewable revolution, backed by industry leaders in engineering and energy. Your designs will safeguard grids powering thousands of homes, blending technical mastery with purpose. Apply Now: Send your CV and a brief note on why you're ready to protect the future of energy (and love Newcastle's lifestyle) by applying here or call me (in Newcastle) for insider information on why I moved (and stayed) here on 0478 644 655, including after hours if you need to. Newcastle: Where your career powers progress, and your weekends spark adventure. $180-200,000 base salary.

Applications close Sunday, 11 May 2025
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