Electrical Field Engineer- Protection Relay

About Powertech

Powertech is a leading Electrical EPC and Services provider, trusted for delivering complex and critical projects across Oil & Gas, Mining, Utilities, Defence, Infrastructure and Energy sectors since 1998. We embrace innovation and focus on technical excellence with a safety-first mindset. Our inclusive culture fosters collaboration and growth, creating a unique environment where every team member can achieve their full potential.

Due to continued growth, we’re hiring an Electrical Field Engineer-Protection relay in our Brisbane office. Want to elevate your career in a fast-paced, high-impact team? Join Powertech.

Why Join Us?

· Flexibility – Work arrangements that suit your lifestyle.

· Expert Team – Join a crew that values innovation and collaboration.

· Career Growth – Advance your skills on high-impact projects.

· Diverse Work – Projects across mining, renewables, defence, rail, and more.

About the Role

As a Protection Relay Engineer, you will play a key role in the commissioning, testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting of protection and control systems across a variety of high-voltage power system projects.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Commissioning, testing, and maintenance of HV protection systems and schemes.
• Configuration, testing, and troubleshooting of IEC 61850 and GOOSE communications.
• Testing and commissioning of HV substations, secondary systems, and primary plant.
• Commissioning and maintenance of HV/LV electrical assets.
• Testing and commissioning of power generation systems and power transformers.
• Providing technical leadership, supervision, mentoring, and training to field technicians and junior engineers.
• Preparing commissioning documentation, protection test plans, and detailed technical reports.
• Supporting project delivery while ensuring compliance with safety, quality, schedule, and budget requirements.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A Bachelor of Electrical Engineering recognised by Engineers Australia.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in protection systems, testing, and commissioning.
• Strong understanding of power system protection principles and relay technologies.
• Experience with IEC 61850 and GOOSE messaging highly regarded.
• Experience using the Omicron suite for protection and secondary systems testing.
• Knowledge of relevant Australian Standards, industry regulations, and electrical safety requirements.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• A demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Highly Regarded

• Power station or generation facility experience.
• Experience working on utility, mining, or renewable energy projects.
• Previous site commissioning and fault-finding experience.

Ready to Join the Team?

If you're looking to work on projects with a respected industry leader and take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now by submitting your resume.

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