Lead Project Engineer

Lead Project Engineer – BESS GE Vernova is seeking a Lead Project Engineer – BESS to work with our global engineering organization and lead energy storage projects across the region. Job Description Summary Your role will be part of a multi-disciplined engineering team, sitting within the global engineering organization, and will execute energy storage projects across the region. You will be the focal point for providing technical leadership on the energy storage business in Australia, coordinating with project management teams, manufacturers, designers, and the wider engineering team to meet project objectives (safety, quality, delivery and cost). You will also guide customers and implement process improvements. Technical experience within power or utilities is useful for anticipating customer needs and providing practical solutions to achieve satisfaction. Essential Responsibilities Responsible for leading and coordinating all balance of plant technical aspects of energy storage projects, including developing the single line drawings and schematics, plan and elevation drawings, general arrangement and site layout, relay protection and control requirements, layouts for LV/HV equipment, conduit, cable, wiring, grounding, and control buildings. In addition, as the technical leader for assigned engineering projects or a program of projects, responsibilities also include activities such as schedule development and updates, supporting sourcing initiatives, planning and tracking project design reviews, quality control/quality assurance, and contractor management. As needed, provide oversight and reviews of deliverables in the proposal/bid phase. Responsibilities include estimating or reviewing design man-hours and materials, conceptual design engineering and BOM, directing designers and drafters on drawing requirements, preparing proposal documentation, writing and/or reviewing technical specifications, supporting sourcing for vendor quotations, and developing assumptions, clarifications, and exceptions as well as technical responses. Direct the efforts of engineers and designers. This includes writing equipment specifications and contractor work scopes, requesting vendor quotations, and evaluating those quotations, including but not limited to equipment such as energy storage containers, inverters, control & SCADA equipment, HV/MV circuit breakers, switchgear, disconnect switches, LV/MV power transformers, MV/HV cable, and protection and control systems. Single point of contact for technical issues for the customer and project manager. Interface with customers and project team members for final commissioning. Coordinate with sourcing and the project team on technical matters to meet project specifications, cost control objectives, and schedule objectives. Accountable for team results in order to deliver a high-quality product to customer requirements on time and on or under budget. Define processes and procedures, perform RCAs (Root Cause Analysis), perform corrective actions, and validate process control. Support quality and standardization initiatives. Qualifications and Requirements Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree from accredited college / university in Electrical Engineering or Electronic or Instrumentation Engineering. At least 7 to 10 years’ experience in a similar role within power, utilities, energy storage sectors. Familiarity and experience working with standards such as National Connections Guidelines, Energy Networks Australia, AEMO, G99, CDM regulations and AS/NZS3000. Excellent communication skills, to manage and influence internal and external stakeholders. Technical knowledge on Power Conversion equipment, including generators, switchboards, transformers, converters, motors, energy storage, cabling etc. Experience in design engineering, field engineering. Ability to read and write technical specifications. Excellence in Customer Service. Commercial awareness. Ability and willingness to travel as required – domestic and international. Desired Characteristics Experience in interpreting power system design output such as: SLDs, LV & MV Protection & Co-ordination / Voltage Drop / Dip Calculations / Load Flow and Fault Studies / Transient System and scenario analysis / Harmonic (VTHD) calculations / MV & LV power system cabling (cable selection, rating etc.) / Quality of Power Supply / EMC. Ability to multi-task and prioritise on a variety of projects to strict time scales, always with professionalism and integrity. Strong communication, report writing, and organisational skills. Strong problem-solving skills. Strong attention to detail. Strong oral and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal and leadership skills. Cross functional, ability to work in a matrix environment, and exposure to working with international teams. Be able to work within a team environment. Demonstrated technical aptitude and business acumen. Additional Information Relocation Assistance Provided: No. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Engineering and Information Technology Industry Electric Power Generation #J-18808-Ljbffr