Introduction:
About Powertech
Powertech is a leading Electrical EPC and Services provider, trusted for delivering complex and critical projects across Oil & Gas, Mining, Utilities, Defence, Infrastructure and Energy sectors since 1998. We embrace innovation and focus on technical excellence with a safety-first mindset. Our inclusive culture fosters collaboration and growth, creating a unique environment where every team member can achieve their full potential.
Due to continued growth, we’re hiring an Electrical Field Engineer-Protection relay in our Brisbane office. Want to elevate your career in a fast-paced, high-impact team? Join Powertech.
Why Join Us?
- Flexibility – Work arrangements that suit your lifestyle.
- Expert Team – Join a crew that values innovation and collaboration.
- Career Growth – Advance your skills on high-impact projects.
- Diverse Work – Projects across mining, renewables, defence, rail, and more.
Description:
About the Role
As a Protection Relay Engineer, you will play a key role in the commissioning, testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting of protection and control systems across a variety of high-voltage power system projects.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Commissioning, testing, and maintenance of HV protection systems and schemes.
- Configuration, testing, and troubleshooting of IEC 61850 and GOOSE communications.
- Testing and commissioning of HV substations, secondary systems, and primary plant.
- Commissioning and maintenance of HV/LV electrical assets.
- Testing and commissioning of power generation systems and power transformers.
- Providing technical leadership, supervision, mentoring, and training to field technicians and junior engineers.
- Preparing commissioning documentation, protection test plans, and detailed technical reports.
- Supporting project delivery while ensuring compliance with safety, quality, schedule, and budget requirements.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- A Bachelor of Electrical Engineering recognised by Engineers Australia.
- Minimum 3 years' experience in protection systems, testing, and commissioning.
- Strong understanding of power system protection principles and relay technologies.
- Experience with IEC 61850 and GOOSE messaging highly regarded.
- Experience using the Omicron suite for protection and secondary systems testing.
- Knowledge of relevant Australian Standards, industry regulations, and electrical safety requirements.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- A demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
- The ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Highly Regarded
- Power station or generation facility experience.
- Experience working on utility, mining, or renewable energy projects.
- Previous site commissioning and fault-finding experience.
Ready to Join the Team?
If you're looking to work on projects with a respected industry leader and take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now by submitting your resume.
Powertech: 28 years strong in Australia.
Discover more at powertech.com.au
We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
