Electrical Engineer: OSCA 243331

Designs, develops, implements and supervises the manufacture, installation, operation and maintenance of equipment, machines and systems used for the generation, distribution, utilisation and control of electric power from renewable and non-renewable sources.

Skill level 1: Bachelor degree or higher, or at least 5 years of relevant experience

Registration or licensing may be required.

• Plans, designs and tests power stations and equipment used for the generation, distribution, transmission and utilisation of electric power
• Develops new ways to store power generated by renewable and sustainable energy sources, such as solar, wind and sea
• Determines the type and arrangement of circuits, networks, transformers, circuit-breakers, transmission lines and other equipment
• Installs and tests electrical systems and processes
• Uses software and performs detailed calculations to plan, design and develop manufacturing, construction and installation standards and specifications to improve electrical systems
• Leads and coordinates electrical infrastructure projects in industries such as transportation, construction and manufacturing
• Provides technical expertise in electrical service design, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations
• May specialise in research in areas such as power generation and transmission systems, transformers, switchgear and electric motors, telemetry, and control systems
• May manage and integrate renewable energy sources, including battery storage, into the electricity grid