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Jacobs Technical Lead – Power Systems Studies 
Australia, Victoria, Melbourne 
737103636

17.08.2024
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This pivotal role sits at the intersection of technical expertise, project delivery, and strategic business development. You will be instrumental in shaping our approach to delivering power system studies projects, while also driving innovation.

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This position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:

  • Lead technical aspects of modelling, analysis and design of electrical power systems
  • Provide expert technical advisory and engineering services for grid-connected and off-grid power generation systems.
  • Deliver high-quality technical reports and documentation adhering to client and Jacobs guidelines.
  • Foster client relationships and contribute to business development initiatives.
  • Collaborate in cross-functional teams to provide technical due diligence support for transactions
  • Collaborate in cross-functional teams to provide impactful strategic advice that considers the risk and reward for undertaking a variety of actions
  • Collaborate on projects across Western Australia, Australia, New Zealand, Philippines, and SE Asia.
  • Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team skill development

You will ideally have:

  • Bachelor's Degree or higher in Electrical Engineering with additional qualifications in power systems engineering highly regarded
  • CPEng or actively working towards obtainment
  • Minimum 15 years industry experience (consulting preferable)
  • Experience working with distributed energy resources (especially wind, solar and BESS) in the National Electricity Grid
  • Experience modelling &/or reviewing system planning outputs from PSS/E, Digsilent PowerFactory, PSCAD, etc &/or manipulating these packages using programming languages such as Python
  • Familiarity with Australian and international safety and electrical rules, regulations and standards
  • Strong understanding of power system studies including generator performance standard studies, transient stability, fault analysis, load flow, protection design and an ability to assess power quality issues
  • Strong communication and leadership skills
  • Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively
  • Experience in proposal development and strategic pursuits
  • Analytical mindset with sound judgment and problem-solving abilities

No matter what drives you, you'll discover a way to cultivate, nurture and achieve your goals – all at a single global company.

Please contact the team if you require support or reasonable adjustments regarding our recruitment process (for example, you need the application form in a different format).
Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people from marginalised or underrepresented backgrounds are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every qualification. At Jacobs, we're dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align with every requirement in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be the right candidate for this or other roles.Please note
If you are being represented by a recruitment agency you will not be considered, to be considered you will need to apply directly to Jacobs.