Senior Offshore Wind Energy Engineer

• Drive development, operation & maintenance of offshore wind assets 
• Greenfields opportunity 
• Location flexible - Brisbane, Sydney & Melbourne

Delivering good energy starts from within

It’s an exciting time to join Origin. Creating a great place to work means together we’re progressing our ambition to lead the energy transition through cleaner energy and customer solutions. We’re always looking for better ways to deliver for our customers – and for our people.

About the role:

As the Senior Offshore Wind Energy Engineer, you will be responsible for leading engineering activities, such as feasibility studies, consultant and contractor selection, technical assessments, and reviewing contractor and supplier designs to achieve “best for project” outcomes. 

Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will ensure effective coordination of offshore wind projects development while adhering to safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements. 

Why this role matters:

You will bring your expertise, knowledge, and learnings to Australia’s new offshore wind developments by:

•    Conducting comprehensive evaluations of onshore and offshore project sites, analysing production variables and assessing feasibility
•    Analysing large datasets to confirm site suitability and evaluate project technologies for prevailing conditions
•    Collaborating with Project Managers to develop scopes, budgets, and optimised layouts for new opportunities
•    Staying updated on market trends, and ensure compliance with engineering standards
•    Identifying improvement opportunities, share knowledge, and contribute to engineering policies and processes

What will you bring?

•    Significant demonstrated experience in the offshore wind industry, with deep knowledge of offshore wind projects
•    Specific knowledge in relation to at sea deployment and portside requirements
•    Engineering qualifications relevant to the role
•    Strong expertise in feasibility analysis, planning, construction, operation, and maintenance, with an understanding of commercial and technical risk
•    Demonstrated capabilities in technology assessment, selection, concept design, and detailed specification for wind projects
•    Ability to work effectively in a high-performing team or autonomously, with a commitment to continuous improvement and a strong learning orientation
•    Fluency in written and verbal English, along with mentoring and coaching capabilities
•    Onshore wind experience would be highly regarded

So, why join us?

•    Competitive salary + annual performance bonus + performance based reviews
•    Discounted Origin products benefits for employees, including Electrical, Gas and Internet offers!
•    A great high energy team, that encourages interesting, rewarding, and engaging work!
•    World class office facilities, equal opportunity employment and a large portfolio of projects to work on

Origin - Where good change happens

At Origin, we’re powered by people who believe in creating change.

We are committed to fostering a diverse, gender equitable workforce, where everyone is welcome, and all applications are evaluated on merit and potential. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, people living with disabilities, culturally diverse people, any stage in life, people with intersex variations and people within LGBTQ+ communities, including trans and gender diverse. 
 

Enjoy a challenging career in an exciting industry where you can grow and explore your potential. If you think you have transferable skills, an appetite to learn and would be a great fit, we’d love to hear from you. 

To learn more about who we are, and what we do, visit our website: www.originenergy.com.au/about/careers/

Please note unsolicited CVs from agencies will not be accepted.

Origin recognises Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia, and we pay our respects to Elders past, present and future.