Principal Engineer Electrical | Brisbane

Job Description

Principal Engineer Electrical | Brisbane At BHP we support our people to grow, learn, develop their skills and reach their potential. With a global portfolio of operations, we offer a diverse and inclusive environment with extraordinary career opportunities. Our strategy is to focus on creating a safe work environment where our employees feel strongly connected to our values and objectives, and where the capability of our people is key to our success. Come and be a part of this success. About BHP At BHP we support our people to grow, learn, develop their skills and reach their potential. With a global portfolio of operations, we offer a diverse and inclusive environment with extraordinary career opportunities. Job description: About the Role Reporting to the Area Lead Engineering, we are seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to work for BHP's Copper and Coal Asset Projects (CCAP) Group in the Technical team. To be successful in this role you will be an effective technical leader and a collaborative communicator with the ability to manage multiple business priorities simultaneously. Typical projects include: High voltage substations and associated electrical installations for port and mine infrastructure. Overhead power lines. Materials handling or processing plant upgrades or expansions. Mine developments and expansions. Location - Brisbane based with occasional travel to Bowen Basin and Hunter Valley sites. The role description includes: Provide subject matter expertise, oversight and technical review of electrical engineering activities. Provide input to project engineering strategy and scope to support study and business outcomes. Influence basis of design and engineering outcomes to prioritise the minimum technical solution. Challenge engineering processes and standards to identify opportunities for improve project value and safety. Proactively identify engineering risks and contribute to risk management processes. Foster collaborative relationships with Engineering Service Providers, site stakeholders, and electrical equipment manufacturers. Review engineering designs to improve project value and ensure compliance with project requirements. Contribute to selection of Engineering Service Providers including bidder selection and tender evaluation. Maintain knowledge of internal and external electrical engineering standards and applicable local legislation. Improve the Engineering team's awareness of electrical engineering best practice and innovation opportunities. Participate in engineering design and safety review workshops (e.g. HAZOPs, HAZIDs). About You Qualification and Experience: Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical RPEQ - Electrical (or eligible) Minimum 15 years' experience Extensive electrical engineering design experience with mine infrastructure projects. Experience with Queensland and NSW Coal Mining Safety and Electrical Safety Legislation. Strong verbal and written communication skills and excellent stakeholder engagement skills. Experience with high voltage installations and mine industrial electrical installations is desirable. Previous operations and maintenance experience on a mine site or port facility would be advantageous. Applications close 5th February. About Our Process At BHP, we are committed to employing individuals who align with the BHP Charter Values and meet the requirements of the role. As part of the recruitment process, various checks may be conducted to demonstrate applicants' suitability for a role. Supporting a Diverse Workforce We know that we are strengthened by diversity. We are an Equal Opportunity employer committed to making BHP a safe and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. #J-18808-Ljbffr