Description
We are seeking an Associate or Principal Electrical Engineer - EHV Substations to join our growing Power & Energy team. You will play a leading role in designing and delivering complex transmission infrastructure projects across Australia.
As an experienced engineer with deep technical expertise in extra high voltage (EHV) substation design, you will lead projects, mentor engineers, and contribute to developing critical energy infrastructure supporting Australia's net-zero future.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the delivery of EHV/HV substation primary design packages.
- Provide technical direction and mentorship to engineers across the business.
- Undertake and review power system studies and design calculations.
- Develop substation layouts, equipment specifications, and design documentation.
- Support project delivery teams through design reviews and construction phases.
- Engage with clients, utilities, contractors, and key project stakeholders.
- Contribute to proposals, technical excellence initiatives, and capability development.
Requirements:
- Degree qualifications in Electrical, Power Systems, or equivalent Engineering discipline.
- Significant experience in HV/EHV substation design within the power or utilities sector.
- Proven expertise delivering substation projects in the 330kV to 500kV range.
- Strong capability in one or more of the following:
- Earthing design, EMF and LFI studies
- Insulation coordination studies
- Arc Flash studies
- Power system studies including load flow, short circuit and protection coordination
- HV cable sizing and associated calculations
- Experience undertaking technical studies rather than solely reviewing third-party work.
- Strong understanding of conductor and busbar sizing, short circuit forces, lightning protection, lighting design studies, substation equipment layouts, and high-voltage equipment specifications.
Benefits:
- Opportunities to work on Australia's most significant transmission and renewable energy projects.
- Leadership opportunities within a growing national Power & Energy business.
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
- Collaborative culture that values diverse perspectives and technical excellence.
- Professional development, mentoring, and career progression opportunities.
- Access to a global network of technical experts and industry leaders.