Design Manager Converter Stations

Melbourne, VIC
Permanent
Full-time

4 days ago

Requisition ID: 96283Job Category: EnergyLocation: Melbourne, Victoria, AustraliaJoin a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 65 years of business and technical expertise in , , and , our in tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.Our energy expertise in the oil and gas sector comprises the entire value chain - upstream, midstream, and downstream; and in the power sector includes thermal, nuclear, waterpower, renewable, hybrid, transmission and distribution, and grid modernization. Join our vision of a low-carbon world and help make positive change!Hatch is seeking a Design Manager for HVDC Converter Stations to join our growing Energy practice in Australia. The broader Energy team brings together experts in a variety of disciplines ranging from renewables, eGrid, nuclear, oil & gas and other related areas to inspire positive change in cities and communities around the world.The Energy team at Hatch is a long-established group and has grown organically at a successful rate globally for the past several years. The next phase of growth will be further expansion as we establish a broader presence across Australia and the surrounding regions. This exciting role will play a key role in our regional Energy business and join a strong global leadership team that is one of the main pillars of Hatch's service offerings.Reporting to the Regional Director of eGRID, this role will be based out of Melbourne and be responsible for contributing to the growth of the group in coordination with colleagues around the broader global Hatch platform. The Design Manager HVDC Converter Stations will provide leadership in maintaining and further developing our design work for converter stations, including responsibility for business development, team leadership and development, thought leadership and research, client engagement, technical oversight of deliverables and project financial performance.Hatch is an employee-owned, multidisciplinary professional services firm, established for over 60 years, that delivers a comprehensive array of technical and strategic services. Our global network of 9,000 professionals work on the world's toughest challenges. Our experience spans over 150 countries around the world in the metals, energy, infrastructure, digital, and investments market sectors.Responsibilities:

Design scope management to ensure alignment of the proposed design with the overall project objectives
Coordination with the discipline lead engineers and sub-consultants to ensure on-scope, on-time and on-budget delivery of engineering design, and timely forecasting and reporting of progress and deviations
Coordinating engineering input into the design reports and progress reporting
Management of the engineering change control processes (in conjunction the discipline lead engineers)
Coordination of the engineering design work between disciplines, sub-consultants and other stakeholders
Ensuring discipline leads manage quality and compliance of the design and engineering produced by their discipline
Championing the Safety in Design process to ensure full engagement by the engineering team
Facilitate the Value Optimisation processes to ensure focus by the engineering team on the overall project objectives and requirements
Coordination and management of any listed general design deliverables (e.g. multi-discipline design reports, SID registers, etc)
Supporting discipline resource management including coordination with Hatch regional discipline leads and engineering management to ensure resources are suitable and available as required for the project

Qualifications:

Design/Engineering manager skillset, HVDC/substation preferred
Strong coordination skills
High Voltage Substation / Transmission experience
Australian (Victorian / Tasmanian) transmission market experience highly desirable
Excellent communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills in complex and changing environments

Why join us?

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to develop innovative solutionsWhat we offer you?

Flexible work environment
Long term career development
Think globally, work locally

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.As an accredited Employer of Choice for Gender Equality (WGEA) and Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to fostering a workforce in each of our locations that reflects the of the in which we operate. Within Australia, this includes supporting and encouraging a flexible workplace and a comprehensive benefit offering. If you have any special needs requirements, please discuss with us and we will do our utmost to accommodate your request.

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