We are seeking an experienced Lead Electrical Engineer to provide technical leadership and support the successful delivery of wind farm projects from award through to commissioning and handover. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and helping shape the future of renewable energy.
Responsibilities:
- Support a team of site-based electrical engineers on allocated projects across Australia/New Zealand.
- Overall responsibility for the execution of allocated projects from correct awarding through to commissioning and handover.
- Ensure compliance of the team engineering activities are aligned with Vestas Standard operating procedures.
- Participate in engineering investigations and contribute to the development of improved department controls and systems.
- Support Project Management and site teams with internal and external stakeholders to ensure technical queries, requests for information variations and payment claims are assessed in a timely manner.
- Support site engineers to create and facilitate the integrated platform for Safety in Design Reviews and Project risk workshops.
Qualification:
Under/Post Graduate Degree in Electrical Engineering
Competencies:
- Management of site engineers.
- Review of Electrical design using practical design management techniques.
- Experience with Transmission line, substations, and reticulation design.
- Experience negotiating with major stakeholders, both clients/contractors.
- Create technical specifications for EBoP equipment and conduct a thorough review of the specifications.
- Negotiate EBoP equipment's technical specifications with OEMs to ensure compliance with International and AS/NZ Standards
- Ability to operate within high-pressure environment.
- Experience in construction of Wind farms highly valued.
- Advanced use of MS Office.
- Experience with using document control systems highly valued (Eg. Team binder).
- Strong verbal and written communication / negotiation.
- Commercial and Risk Awareness.
What we offer:
- A strong safety culture
- Dynamic and fast-paced work environment.
- An opportunity to work with the world leader in wind energy.
- The opportunity to further develop your skills and professional development.
- Global career progression prospects.
- Diversity and Inclusion.
Additional information:
- All 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.
Our Benefits
- Join the World's Leading Wind Energy Solutions Provider
- Excellent Career Development opportunities both Nationally and Globally
- A workplace that embraces Diversity and Inclusion
- Flexible workplace arrangements
- 18 weeks Paid Primary Carers Leave
- 3 weeks Paid Secondary Carers Leave
- Employee Assistance Program
Vestas is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from those who identify as being 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. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.
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About Vestas
Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore.
Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 200 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field.
With 39,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future.
Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives. We also aim to give everyone equal access to opportunity.
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