Based in our new Perth office, located in West Leederville.

Join an industry leader supporting Australia’s move towards a renewable energy future.

Great opportunity to shape and grow this current engineering hub from the ground up.

Major projects. High earning potential. Grow your career within.

Job Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: WA - West Leederville

Job Category: Engineering

About CPP

CPP is a leading high‑voltage infrastructure provider, connecting renewable energy projects to Australia’s electricity grid.

As a member of Quanta Services, a Fortune 500 company, and ranked #192 on the NYSX, we specialise in the design, construction, commissioning, and maintenance of substations, transmission lines, wind farms, and battery storage systems.

Established in 1996, we’ve connected more wind farms and renewable batteries than any other company. With over 800 employees and offices in Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney, Perth and Brisbane, we partner with Australia’s major transmission providers to deliver innovative, end‑to‑end solutions.

We are excited to grow our engineering capability in Perth with the opening of our first office in Western Australia. This milestone creates new opportunities for engineers in WA to be part of our national team while contributing to the next chapter of CPP’s success.

Design & Engineering

CPP has the largest in‑house design and engineering team of any contractor in Australia, with over 190 specialists across Electrical Primary and Secondary, Civil, Structural, and SCADA disciplines. We provide end‑to‑end engineering solutions for high‑voltage infrastructure, including nationally significant transmission projects, HV substations,



wind farms and battery storage systems that drive Australia’s renewable energy transition.

Our engineers work closely with construction and operations teams, ensuring designs are practical, constructible, and continually refined through real‑world feedback. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, we deliver solutions that support a stable, reliable, and sustainable energy future.

The Opportunity

We’re seeking a Design Manager (Principal Electrical Engineer) to play a pivotal role in the delivery of high‑voltage infrastructure and renewable energy projects.

Drawing on your electrical engineering expertise within the transmission and renewable industry, you’ll collaborate with subject matter experts across primary & secondary design, overhead lines, civil and structural disciplines. Your focus will be on bringing these inputs together, ensuring designs are well‑integrated, compliant, efficient and aligned with client and industry requirements.

As a central technical reference point, you’ll work closely with engineering management, design teams and external stakeholders to resolve challenges, maintain consistency across disciplines, and contribute to the successful delivery of complex, large‑scale projects.

About You





Degree qualifications in electrical engineering and Chartered Professional Engineer status.

Significant experience in High Voltage engineering design within utilities or renewables.

A track record of contributing to large, multi‑discipline projects.

Strong understanding of transmission grid projects and renewable energy connection requirements.

Excellent communication and time management skills.

Advantages

- Above‑market salary package with annual reviews.
- Annual bonus, discretionary based on individual and business performance.
- Tool of trade vehicle.
- Flexible working options, including the ability to work from home.
- Access to study assistance for continuous development, and a strong focus on internal promotions to help you grow within.
- 14 weeks paid primary carer’s leave & 4 weeks paid secondary carer’s leave.
- Up to 2 weeks of purchased leave.
- Choice between an iPhone or Samsung mobile & design spec’d engineering laptop and software.
- Generous employee referral program up to $4,000.
- Access to an extensive benefits and discounts programme with savings at over 400 retailers.
- Free Employee Assistance Program for you and your family, supporting physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.

How To Apply

To submit an application please upload your resume via the links provided.

For further information, please reach out to [email protected] however applications will not be accepted via email.

Equal Opportunity Statement

CPP is an equal opportunity employer that fosters a culture of achievement, personal development and offers a diverse, safe and supportive work environment.

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