Power Electronics Engineer

FFI is leading Fortescue’s decarbonisation and growth agendas and developing a portfolio of projects centred on the production of renewable hydrogen, ammonia, minerals and other value-added products. FFI is underpinned by Fortescue’s world class expertise, operational excellence and proven capability to drive future growth.

Work location: Perth WA or Brisbane QLD

Roster: 5/2 Roster (Mon to Fri)

Key accountabilities will include:

• Design and deliver Power Electrical / Electronics systems for Heavy Mobile Equipment (HME) / Rail Locomotives Green Fleet Development projects in a safe, timely and sustainable manner
• Review and validation of various Power Electronics engineering designs and associated components
• Providing technical assistance on Power Electrical / Electronics Systems related works being carried out
• Develop technical specifications to meet project specific objectives
• Review / mark up engineering drawings, documents, specifications and scopes

Qualifications and skills required:

• Electrical, Mechatronics, Electronics Engineering degree, preferably a qualification in Power Electrical/Electronics Engineering
• Experience with Rail Locomotives / Heavy mobile equipment is highly advantageous
• Experience with operation of DC/DC converters, inverters, high powered EV chargers and VSDs
• Experience in designing high voltage DC power systems with experience in electrical noise filtration is advantageous
• Exposure with automotive industry comms protocols, such as CAN bus and J1939
• Knowledge of standards and regulations associated with electrical design, installation, and testing

Fortescue is deeply committed to providing a safe culture that builds respect, fosters inclusiveness, and values diversity. We celebrate individual strengths and team members from all backgrounds 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 across the world. Diverse backgrounds include First Nations Peoples, people with differing abilities, LGBTIQ+ 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.

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