Principal Battery Systems - Green Fleet Development

FFI is leading Fortescue\u2019s decarbonisation and growth agendas and developing a portfolio of projects centred on the production of renewable hydrogen, ammonia, minerals and other value-added products. FFI is underpinned by Fortescue\u2019s world class expertise, operational excellence and proven capability to drive future growth.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>

Title: <\/em><\/strong>Principal Battery Systems \u2013 Green Fleet Development<\/p>

Work location: <\/strong>Perth based (Hazelmere)<\/p>

Roster: <\/strong>5\/2 Roster (Mon to Fri)<\/p>

In support of Fortescue\u2019s strong focus on green energy and our carbon neutrality targets, one of our key initiatives will be in our Green Fleet projects whereby we will develop and test a range of technologies to power our mining fleet<\/em><\/strong><\/p>

Based out our new Hazelmere R&D facility and reporting to the green fleet development Engineering Manager, we are presently looking for an experienced Battery Technology Principal<\/em><\/strong><\/p>

Key accountabilities will include:<\/strong><\/p>

• Lead and coordinate the development of battery energy storage solutions for multiple HME assets including haul trucks, excavators and ancillary equipment<\/li>
• Capable of prioritizing and delivering work in a fast-moving environment<\/li>
• Ability to adjust to change quickly and adapt to new requirements<\/li>
• Providing technical guidance to the project management team with all Battery Technology related works being carried out<\/li>
• Proactively deliver on the company\u2019s stretch targets<\/li>
• Develop technical specifications to meet project specific objectives<\/li>
• Interpret engineering drawings, documents, specifications and scopes<\/li>
• Resolution of technical and design issues<\/li>
• Ensure compliance to the project management process by project owners<\/li>
• Provide guidance regarding project budget, cash flow and schedule for existing and future projects<\/li>
• Liaising with a range of key stakeholders on all technical aspects of projects<\/li>
• Providing regular updates to the Engineering Manager including work progress, risks and priorities<\/li><\/ul>

  Qualifications and skills required:<\/strong><\/p>

  • Mechanical or Electrical Engineering degree<\/li>
  • Minimum 5-10 years of experience and comfortable to work in the capacity of a subject matter expert<\/li>
  • Experience with mobile electric equipment (electric vehicles, electric mobile mining equipment and others)<\/li>
  • Experience with Computer Aided Design systems<\/li>
  • A passion for coaching and mentoring qualified engineers<\/li>
  • Proven ability to work with diverse stakeholders and in multidiscipline teams<\/li>
  • High commitment to safety<\/li>
  • Experience with SAP work management<\/li>
  • Experience in preparing detailed scope of works<\/li>
  • Experience in participating \/ coordinating in the purchasing tender process<\/li>
  • Experience in contractor engagement and contractor management process<\/li>
  • Excellent interpersonal awareness with ability to work well in a team<\/li>
  • Proactive and self-motivated, with a drive for excellence<\/li>
  • Results driven, responsible and accountable<\/li>
  • Skilled in problem solving rapidly<\/li><\/ul>

    Our values drive our culture and performance through a strong focus on safety, family and determination. We celebrate and respect people\u2019s differences and commit to providing an inclusive work environment. This is an exciting time to join Fortescue. <\/em><\/strong><\/p>

    We encourage Aboriginal Australians and female candidates to apply.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>

    www.fmgl.com.au\/jobs-at-fortescue<\/strong><\/a><\/p>

    Fortescue reserves the right to close applications early should a suitable pool of candidates be identified<\/em><\/p>"