Principal Earthing and Bonding EngineerHybrid

What if you could......

• Shape the career of a lifetime?
• Work with the best and brightest minds in the industry?

With us, you can.

Due to the success of our Traction Power division, we are looking to expand our team and strengthen our Earthing & Bonding function. As a Principal Earthing & Bonding Engineer you will play a pivotal role as your role will be up front and centre, right in the heart of safety, reliability, and integration of high voltage power systems.

This role will see you enhance your capabilities and the reputation of WSP’s experienced and renowned NSW Rail team.

By joining us, you would become an instrumental team leader and be part of the continued, successful delivery of projects within our range of diverse rail project portfolio nationally. You will collaborate with talented professionals, whilst working on iconic projects to drive future ready outcomes that will benefit both clients and communities for years to come!

At WSP you’ll find the scale and reach you need to do the kind of work the world needs – and the culture and people that make it the best work of your life.

Transport

Our Transport and Infrastructure team leverages a collaborative approach, the latest technology and a culture of innovation across the planning, design, and management phases to deliver sustainable connectivity, mobility, and resiliency to Australian communities.

What you'll do

As we are a national business model, the successful candidate will also have the opportunity to work on local and interstate projects for a range of government and private sector clients. 

Your day to will consist of, but not limited to:

• Focusing on earthing and bonding strategies, modelling and practical experience working across multiple disciplines
• Applying high level conceptual, planning, analytical and problem-solving skills in the development of electrical earthing and bonding design solutions
• Demonstrating earthing and bonding design experience, preferably including knowledge of traction system earthing and stray current mitigation methods
• Being or becoming eminent in the field of earthing and bonding and provide technical leadership and mentoring to other employees
• Enjoying collaborating with clients and all areas of the business to enhance project outcomes
• Developing, maintaining and applying a working knowledge of relevant regulatory, engineering legislation, codes of practice and standards associated with earthing, bonding and lightning protection

About You

You have a passion for E&B looking for a role that will allow you to continue to grow your career at the highest level, adding more value to your current experience and skillset whilst working on some truly iconic and exciting projects!

You will posses:

• Professional experience in earthing, bonding, electrolysis and lightning protection designs for railway AC or DC traction systems and/or projects.
• In-depth knowledge of the effects of DC stray current corrosion and EMI/EMC, and appropriate mitigation measures.
• Good experience in High Voltage and Low Voltage earth grid design and testing for transmission and distribution projects.
• Proficient user of CDEGS software for the earthing design simulation.
• Provide engineering solutions from concept design through to detail design, including consultation and review in the field of electrical earthing and bonding.
• Assist the construction phase by providing ongoing design support.
• Work with the team to put together design tenders.
• Perform review of earthing and bonding designs produced by other team members for those areas that you have been assessed with the applicable competency.
• In-depth knowledge of relevant Australian Standards and industry guidelines.
• Supervision and mentoring of more junior team members assisting in design process.
• Having Chartered Engineering (CPEng), RPEQ, RPEV etc. are added advantage.

In addition, you will bring the following skills and attributes:

• Natural connector
• Problem solver with a powerful team spirit
• Open
• Curious
• Passionate
• Adaptable
• Someone ready to do the kind of work the world needs

 About WSP

WSP is one of the world's leading engineering professional services firms, bringing together approximately 6,000 talented people across 15 offices in Australia. We are technical experts who design and provide strategic advice on sustainable solutions and engineer Future ReadyTM projects that will help societies grow for lifetimes to come. 

At WSP, we want you to embrace your curiosity and work in a culture celebrating different perspectives. With access to global scale and reach, you’ll connect with the brightest minds in the field to make the best work of your life.

We believe that in imagining a better future for us all, you’ll imagine a better future for you.

To find out more about our commitment to the health and wellbeing of our people, and the programs we’ve designed to help you thrive, go to our Benefits page.

Think this could be the opportunity for you? Apply now to begin your journey with WSP.

WSP. With us, you can.