We're currently recruiting for a Senior Primary Design Engineer based in Melbourne for our client. The company is a growing EPC contractor delivering utility-scale renewable energy, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), high-voltage substations and electrical balance of plant (eBoP) infrastructure projects across Australia.
Working within a multidisciplinary engineering team, you will be responsible for designing primary systems from concept through to detailed design, construction and commissioning support, ensuring all work is delivered to the highest technical and quality standards.
Responsibilities
- Design and review primary systems including substation layouts, single line diagrams, earthing, lightning protection and cable routing.
- Prepare engineering documentation including general arrangements, equipment specifications, datasheets and design reports.
- Perform primary design calculations including equipment sizing, busbar sizing, earthing and cable sizing.
- Coordinate interfaces with secondary, civil and other engineering disciplines.
- Ensure designs comply with Australian Standards, utility requirements and project specifications.
- Support procurement, FAT, SAT, commissioning and technical queries throughout project delivery.
- Liaise with clients, utilities, contractors and equipment suppliers.
- Mentor junior engineers and contribute to engineering standards and continuous improvement.
Required Experience
- Experience in primary design for HV substations, transmission or renewable energy projects.
- Experience designing primary equipment including transformers, switchgear and associated substation infrastructure.
- Working knowledge of Australian utility design standards.
- Experience producing detailed design documentation across multiple project stages.
- Solid communication skills with the ability to manage client and stakeholder relationships.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.