Distribution Design Engineer

Location:Perth Office - CBD, WA, AU

13 Sep 2024

Distribution Design Engineer – Maximum Term (12 Month) Full-Time/Perth CBD Office

The Western Power strategy is driven by an ambitious and forward-focused vision: Working together to power a cleaner energy future. It acknowledges the collective effort involved in this exciting and challenging phase of WA’s energy transition, in which Western Power plays a key role. We are embarking on a journey towards a brighter, more sustainable future. Join us and be at the forefront of powering change.

Are you interested in joining a team that's shaping Western Australia's transition into the era of green energy?

The team/department:

You will be joining Western Power’s Engineering & Design team within our Asset Management function. Our purpose is to deliver excellence in engineering by being a customer-oriented provider of high calibre engineering solutions that deliver for our customers and the Western Australian community. We do this by being Western Power’s source for any technical, engineering or design enquiries and design solution services.


What you will be doing:

As a Distribution Design Engineer, you will be undertaking a high degree of estimation and complex technical tasks associated with design, construction and maintenance of Western Power or customer facilities connected to the Distribution Network. To assist with investigations and support process improvement.

Western Power isn't just a workplace; it's a community where innovation thrives, safety is paramount, and support is always at hand. We celebrate diversity and champion inclusivity, offering a range of benefits such as:

• Competitive salary plus 11.5% superannuation
• Professional Development opportunities including training initiatives
• An award-winning employee recognition and benefits programme
• Access to five Employee Network Groups – First Nations, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse, Diverse Sexualities and Genders, Women, and People with Disability – which celebrate and communicate the diversity of our workforce and connect diversity and inclusion to our broader business activities
• The opportunity to purchase up to four weeks of additional leave per year
• Access to salary packaging, social club activities, and discounted health insurance and gym membership

Our people play a vital role in creating an innovative, safe, and supportive workplace, living our values and delivering exceptional service to the communities in which we operate.

We are committed to building a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, women, young & mature age workers, the LGBTQI+ community.

Check out our website for more information on our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, including our Reconciliation Action Plan and Disability Access and Inclusion Plan.


The skills and experience you will have:

We are seeking someone with experience and attributes that include:

• A degree in electrical engineering recognised by Engineers Australia as satisfying the academic requirements for appointment as a professional engineer
• At least 4 to 6 years demonstrated experience in distribution networks
• Strong experience in design management
• Knowledge of Distribution Engineering standards, regulations, and procedures applicable to the Section and Stream is necessary.
• Have ability to complete project/assignment within specific guidelines.
• Demonstrated skill in priority setting, activity planning and organizing.
• Demonstrated skills in problem solving and root cause analysis.
• Have skill in developing and maintaining work standards.
• Demonstrated teamwork and conflict resolving skills.

Important information about Western Power:

We are committed to our Disability Access and Inclusion Plan 2021 - 2027 and ensuring that people with disability have equal opportunities to gain and maintain employment with Western Power. It is strongly encouraged that people with a disability who meet the inherent requirements of the position description apply for this role.

We are also proud to have launched our Innovate RAP in Mar 2022 (Reconciliation Action Plan). Our Innovate RAP outlines our commitment to the Reconciliation journey in WA.

Please note that the final stages of our recruitment process require completed Background & Assessment Checks. This includes a current police clearance (issued within the last six months), checks on documentation and references which verify your identity and qualifications, and a medical assessment.

Join us and play a part in powering the future of Western Australia.

To find out more about us please visit https://www.westernpower.com.au/about/

What to expect from our interview process:

The recruitment process will involve the below stages:

• First interview

Applications close on 27th September 2024