Engineering Technologist

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

For nearly 25 years, APD Global has set the benchmark in delivering advanced, comprehensive, and specialised engineering solutions. We have around 800 employees including our alliance contracting partners, across 15 strategically located offices in Australia (Perth, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Darwin), New Zealand and Malaysia. We specialise in seamless integration across the Power Systems, Telecommunications, and Renewable Energy industries.

Our expertise spans Power Systems Studies, Transmission Lines, Substations, Telecommunications, Protection, Control & Automation, Renewable Energy Connections, Mining, and Engineering, Protection Panel Design and Installation, 3D Design and Manufacturing as well as Construction/Management (EPC/M) services. We have an outstanding opportunity for a highly experienced and skilled Engineering Technologist to join our team across all states in Australia. We are looking for trustworthy individuals with integrity who will bring a positive can-do attitude to the position and to the team.

Position available in Vic, Qld, WA, and NSW. The role is a space-based Engineering Technologist at a power company primarily uses satellite technology to enhance the power grid.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement satellite communication systems and integrate satellite data for grid analysis.
• Design and define the architecture for satellite-based communication, monitoring, or sensing systems.
• Ensure compatibility of satellite power systems and communication links with the company’s ground infrastructure.
• Oversee the entire lifecycle of a project, including research, design, development, testing, and deployment of space-based assets.
• Coordinate with internal teams (grid operations, IT, finance) and external partners (satellite operators, vendors) to ensure seamless integration.
• Analyze satellite data to support power grid management, monitoring assets, predicting demand, and assessing grid health.
• Ensure all subsystems function correctly together, addressing integration issues or performance bottlenecks.
• Develop and execute test plans for new systems and validate performance and safety requirements.
• Identify and manage risks associated with using space-based technology and ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.

Example Scenario

A power company might employ a space-based engineer to create a system for real-time monitoring of remote substations. The engineer would design a system using a constellation of small satellites to collect data and perform the following:

• Define requirements for the satellite communication system, including data rates and latency.
• Design the satellite payload and its integration with the company’s ground control software.
• Ensure the system’s power budget is adequate for its mission lifespan.
• Test the system on the ground to verify performance before launch.
• Collaborate with the satellite operator to ensure smooth data delivery once the system is operational.

Compensation

Salary: Between $79,499 and $82,000 per annum + Super

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