28 Nov
Programmed Maintenance Services
Cannington
Principal Substation Design Engineer| WA - Full-time Permanent |
PERSOL is partnering with a major energy provider to recruit a Principal Substation Design Engineer who will lead the technical direction of transmission projects across WA. In this role, you'll contribute to the development of future-focused energy infrastructure supporting the state's transition to a low-carbon network.
Roles and Responsibilities:
* Provide day-to-day technical guidance and coaching to a team of Project Engineers, ensuring they are equipped to deliver complex substation and transmission work scopes.
* Lead early-stage engineering activities, including feasibility assessments, concept development, and FEED planning for major network projects.
* Set and maintain high engineering standards by developing and refining internal design frameworks, templates, scopes, and technical deliverables.
* Act as a key technical contact for customer connection projects-supporting negotiations, validating proposed solutions, and ensuring compliance with network requirements.
* Oversee and sign off on engineering outputs delivered both in-house and by external design partners, ensuring accuracy, quality, and alignment with project objectives.
* Work collaboratively across engineering, operations, planning, and commercial teams to provide informed, practical advice throughout the project life cycle.
* Take responsibility for formal technical approvals, ensuring all designs, reports, and drawings meet regulatory, safety, and organisational expectations.
About You:
* Deep experience in substation and high-voltage transmission design, ideally gained within a utility or similar complex infrastructure environment.
* Robust knowledge of how electricity networks operate, including protection, control, switching, and broader system constraints.
* Ability to produce and review conceptual and detailed engineering designs, and provide trusted advice on a wide range of connection scenarios.
* Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent), with professional recognition or eligibility for Engineers Australia membership.
* Confidence in making informed engineering decisions where information may be incomplete or where multiple solutions are viable.
* Demonstrated capability in guiding multidisciplinary project teams and managing engagement with consultants, contractors, and customers.
* Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work collaboratively and influence outcomes across multiple stakeholder groups.
Apply Now
Please click on the apply button or contact Supreet Singh at: *************@persolapac.com or call on: 08 9216 2***.
📌 Principal Substation Design Engineer (Cannington)
🏢 Programmed Maintenance Services
📍 Cannington
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