Assistant Lead Engineer

  Professional | Full-Time  | Engineering

Vestas Australia is offering an outstanding opportunity for an experienced Power Systems Engineers. The Australian Grid presents a challenging yet fascinating field to work in. With Vestas Australia's significant expansion, your expertise and experience will contribute to building a sustainable future.
The Vestas APAC Power Systems Performance Analysis team is dedicated to coordinating, managing, and conducting in-depth power systems analysis related to the grid connection aspects of wind power plant projects. This analysis spans the complete lifecycle of these projects, including sales, construction, and service phases. By leveraging Vestas' products, the team assesses plant performance against respective grid code requirements, ensuring optimal functionality and compliance.
In addition to their core responsibilities, the team collaborates closely with other global and regional cross-functional teams within Vestas. These teams include Electrical Simulation Models, Converter Control, EBoP, SCADA, Technical Grid Management, and Grid Execution. Through this collaboration, the Power Systems Performance Analysis team delivers competitive and compliant solutions, driving innovation and excellence in renewable energy.

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Responsibilities:
• Development of the wind farm control system functional design specification and reactive power plant requirements 
• Undertake modeling and simulation of Wind and Hybrid Power Plants including PV and Battery Energy Storage
• Review and assess the performance, efficiency, and reliability of balance of plant systems specific to renewable energy projects
• Identifying and resolving issues and inefficiencies within the balance of plant systems. This involves diagnosing problems, conducting root cause analysis, reviewing document, and coordinating with other teams
• Review of Balance of Plant (BoP) design, drawing and document submissions from subcontractors against industry best practice, law, international and local standards, in addition to Vestas' contractual and interfacing requirements from grid connection perspective
• Liaising with internal and external stakeholders to ensure grid connection issues are resolved promptly
• Participate in investigations with other team members in relation to inquiries regarding wind farm technical performance and prepare formal responses
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives 
• Maintain accurate records, prepare reports, and document all grid connection activities, milestones, and outcomes

Qualifications:
• Bachelors' degree specializing in power systems with a minimum of 2-5 yrs industry experience.

Competencies:
• Proficient user of PSCAD, PSS/E and DIgSILENT PowerFactory 
• Basic level of experience in small signal analysis tools such as SSAT is advantageous
• Experience in developing Python automation scripts for Power Systems analysis tools above
• Able to understand and interpret complex grid code requirements
• Analytical mindset with the ability to identify and solve problems
• Attention to detail and ability to work under tight deadlines
• Experience in wind and or other renewable industries is preferred

What we offer:
•Excellent career development opportunities both Nationally and Globally
•A workplace that embraces Diversity and Inclusion
•Flexible workplace arrangements
•18 weeks Paid Carers Leave
•Employee Assistance Program

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  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.

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DEIB Statement
At Vestas, we recognise 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.

About Vestas
Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We specialize in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. 
Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than our competitors in the renewable energy arena. We consider ourselves forerunners within the industry, as Vestas continuously aims to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 185 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, Vestas has an unmatched history demonstrating our expertise within the field. 
With 30,000 employees globally, Vestas is 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, and gives everyone equal access to opportunity. 
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