Senior BESS Engineer

At Fortescue Future Industries (FFI) we are leading the global energy transition by developing a portfolio of renewable energy and green hydrogen projects.

Our large scale, low-cost hydropower, geothermal, solar and wind assets will support establishment of green energy and green product industries around the world.

 FFI is committed to building thriving communities by delivering social, environmental and economic benefits.

 Role: Senior BESS Engineer

Work Location: Perth

Roster: Monday to Friday

FFI is currently looking for an experienced Energy Storage Engineer to work our global energy development projects.

Some international travel would be required for this role.

Key accountabilities will include:

• Understanding the inputs required for FFI’s Energy projects and the role energy storage will play in ensuring reliability
• Review technical aspects of related to energy storage - with a willingness to support the team on other technologies, as necessary with understanding of many types of energy storage electrical, chemical, mechanical, and thermal.
• Coordination with the power generation team (i.e.: Wind/Solar PV/Mechanical/Electrical/Process engineering etc.) in concept,  scoping and feasibility
• Provide expertise to procurement processes including preparation of technical information and evaluation.
• Interpret engineering drawings, documents, specifications, and scopes.
• Lead PHA studies and participate in other safety related studies
• Prepare inspection, test and quality documentation
• Coordination with other parts of the overall projects with emphasis on boundaries, energy availability, electrical transmission, and systems interaction.
• Coordination and testing with energy storage component suppliers.
• Resolution of technical and design issues using internal and/or external resources.
• Liaising with a range of key stakeholders on all technical aspects of projects.
• Mentoring and supporting graduate engineers.
• Proactively deliver on the company’s stretch targets.

Qualifications and skills required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or similar.
• Technical skills, management skills and experience in energy storage projects
• 5- 10-years experience in an engineering role with demonstrated experience in effective study and project execution, in BESS / specific energy storage related development.
• Good understanding of other source of renewable energy characteristics (i.e.: solar PV, solar CSP, wind, geothermal).
• Demonstrable experience in key aspects of Energy storage development, design and delivery.
• A critical appreciation of the risk assessment and management process, including communication of risk to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong awareness in the development of project schedules and considerations of regulatory approvals.
• A strong capability in adapting to multidisciplinary requirements in particular communicating a range of engineering concepts to a range of expertise.
• Strong data management and manipulation skills, with excellent computer literacy skills.
• Strong team skills and willingness to travel for short periods.
• A flexible mind with good team and mentoring skills.
• Sound knowledge of engineering and project management techniques, processes and tools, including MS Project and all Microsoft Office products.
• Strong commitment to safe work practices and dedication to following all relevant workplace safety guidelines.
• Good written and interpersonal skills.
• Leadership skills.

Candidates must be able to bring a flexible mindset, challenge traditional thinking, and be prepared to work outside of their comfort zone.

Our values drive our culture and performance through a strong focus on safety, family and determination. We celebrate and respect people’s differences and commit to providing an inclusive work environment. This is an exciting time to join Fortescue.

We encourage Aboriginal Australians and female candidates to apply.

www.fmgl.com.au/jobs-at-fortescue

Fortescue reserves the right to close applications early should a suitable pool of candidates be identified

Fortescue reserves the right to close applications early should a suitable pool of candidates be identified