Lead Green Systems Engineer

Job Description

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Fortescue is both a proud West Australian company and a global green solutions business. We are recognised for our culture, innovation and industry-leading development of infrastructure, mining assets and green energy initiatives. Location: Perth Roster: Mon to Fri We are seeking an experienced Green Systems Engineer to serve as a subject matter expert (SME) in renewable energy systems integration, advanced data analytics and intelligent control systems for our future decarbonised mining operations. This role will be crucial in developing and implementing solutions that optimise our renewable energy assets and support our transition to sustainable mining practices. Key Responsibilities Develop and implement renewable energy forecasting systems utilising machine learning and statistical modelling techniques. Develop analytical frameworks and monitoring systems that enable real-time performance tracking, predictive maintenance, and automated fault detection for renewable generation assets. Design and implement Security-Constrained Unit Commitment (SCUC) and Security-Constrained Economic Dispatch (SCED) systems, to integrate energy aware planning outputs with Automatic Generation Control (AGC), to optimise renewable and storage asset dispatch while managing uncertainty and ensuring grid stability. Create automated workflows for distribution network modeling and analysis using PowerFactory or PSCAD, to validate network configurations and load forecasts based on electrified mining fleet operations and production schedules. Qualifications and Experience Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or related field (Master's preferred). AWS Cloud certifications (Associated and Professional) is beneficial. 5+ years’ experience in power systems and renewable energy. Experience in transmission network engineering or renewable power generation would be advantageous. Experience with optimisation techniques and tools appropriate for optimising models and simulations of dynamic systems i.e. Gurobi. Experience with power flow analysis and power system simulation software packages (PowerFactory & PSCAD). Experience in working with industry standard Power system models (e.g. PLEXOS). Experience with coding languages such as Python. Experience using AI/ML models for renewable generation and demand forecasting. Experience providing leadership and mentoring. Experience on agile based projects. Self-direction and ability to work in an agile project approach. Strong capability to develop in Python software language appropriate for analytical application development. Ability to develop and interpret complex system simulations. Our Commitment Fortescue celebrates individual strengths and team members are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. Our global workforce drives and promotes an inclusive culture, both within our organisation and throughout the communities we interact with. Diverse backgrounds include First Nations Peoples, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ community, gender, neurodiverse, cultural diversity, all age groups, and those with an intersectional or multiple diverse characteristics. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Internal Candidates / Current Contractors please apply via Success Factors Careers Portal. For further information on how to apply please visit the Fortescue Hub. Fortescue reserves the right to close applications early should a suitable pool of candidates be identified. Fortescue will never contact you to ask for payment of any kind, whether directly or through a third party. #J-18808-Ljbffr