SCADA & Controls Engineer

Job Description

As we keep the lights on for over four million customers and move towards a more sustainable way of life, it’s an exciting time to be at AGL. We’re re-imagining how homes and business live and work across the country and we want you to be a part of it. This moment will define our time, and your career as you work alongside Australia's best and brightest minds. You’ll grow and learn in a collaborative, safe and supportive environment and play your part in changing the course of tomorrow.
Everyone at AGL is an important part of building a better energy future and we want you to join in.

About the Role

As part of AGL’s Climate Transition Action Plan we have committed to closing our thermal assets and replacing them with renewable energy and battery storage. We have plans for 5 GW by 2030 and 12 GW by 2035.

The purpose of this role is to contribute to and lead various SCADA & control engineering scopes of

work being undertaken for new greenfield grid-scale energy projects to deliver AGLs vision.

Responsibilities will include defining technical requirements and reviewing key engineering deliverables for

studies and projects within Construction.

What you’ll be doing

• Ensure compliance with relevant HSE legislation, Australian and International standards while meeting AGL’s policies and standards for HSE Management
• Support the Principal Engineer – Electrical on the execution of new greenfield grid-scale projects, across all phases from Assess to Execute
• Ensure the technical aspects of the Project Management Framework and Project Plans are implemented on work undertaken or supervised
• Development of technical specifications and design criteria for projects and major equipment, in coordination with technical services
• Management and administration of project contractors, OEM’s, consultants’ technical work and deliverables
• Perform and participate in risk assessments and risk management activities by identifying, rating, initiating and ensuring effective controls are put in place and implemented
• Collection of data and lessons learned from ongoing and recent project studies
• Participating in SCADA bench and factory testing to validate communication systems and pathways prior to implementation on site

About You

You will ideally be an Electrical Engineer with SCADA and Controls design and commissioning experience within the power industry, especially renewables. Your commitment to HSE, understanding of project lifecycles and stakeholder management experience will set you up for success.

What you’ll bring to the table

• Experience in SCADA and Controls for renewable energy and battery storage projects from concept to handover to operations, including developing specifications and reviewing key deliverables from contractors, OEM’s and consultants to ensure they meet the project requirements
• A strong understanding of Australian and International standards relevant for similar projects
• A good understanding of process safety in design and operational phases of physical and virtual assets and systems
• An awareness of emerging / innovative energy technologies that can be deployed at grid scale
• The ability to analyse highly complex engineering data and deal with ambiguity and uncertainty, to achieve risk optimised decision making
• Advanced communication, interpersonal and influencing skills
• Eligible for membership of Engineers Australia and Professional Engineering Certification

At AGL, we offer a wide range of benefits including

• Flexible working options including hybrid work
• Discounts on energy, telcos and solar plans
• Participate in Energise - our reward & recognition program
• Access 20 weeks of paid parental leave for the primary carer
• Access to an additional week of recharge leave per year
• Play an active role in our diversity & inclusion initiatives
• Novated leasing and Electric Vehicle subscriptions
• Access to study assistance, AGL’s share purchase plan and insurance deals

Benefits may change over time and vary based on role type and location.

We’d love to see your application, submitted by Monday 14th of April.

Inclusion at AGL

At AGL, we value diversity and welcome applicants from various backgrounds, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals with disabilities, culturally diverse individuals, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. AGL is dedicated to maintaining a diverse workforce and encourages applicants to share their lived experiences.
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