The company is a privately owned Australian (EPC) Engineering Procurement and Construction company known for delivering complete solutions across design, engineering, construction, commissioning, and maintenance. With expertise spanning multiple industries, they specialise in electrical balance of plant (eBOP) solutions for:
Renewables (Wind & BESS)
Thermal Power (Gas, Liquid Power Stations)
Mining & Resources
Utilities (Transmission & distribution) & Infrastructure
Defence
About the Role
This role can be based in their Adelaide, Melbourne or Sydney office.
Join the team to work on some of Australia's most exciting projects. Whilst the successful applicant will primarily work in our Infrastructure & Renewables divisions, there is the potential to be involved in projects across the company's portfolio.
The Primary Engineer is responsible for providing senior-level technical engineering expertise and leadership in the development, design, delivery and optimisation of primary electrical systems and infrastructure, providing technical direction from concept and feasibility through to commissioning and operational handover.
Key Responsibilities
As a Senior Primary Engineer, you'll design and deliver substation and power system projects to a high, construction-ready standard.
Develop substation layouts and primary equipment schedules
Prepare Single Line Diagrams and busbar arrangements
Perform power system modelling, including:
Load flow and protection coordination studies
Arc flash studies and reporting
Produce detailed engineering documentation,



including:
Equipment specifications
Cable sizing reports (primary systems)
Earthing calculations and reports
Conduct and participate in design reviews
Review ITC documentation and support QMS processes
Provide technical input to tender submissions as required
Perform RPEQ/RPEV engineering oversight where applicable
Develop and maintain standard drawings and documentation
Review designs to ensure compliance with standards and best practices
Mentor and support junior engineering staff; develop and deliver internal training sessions
Highly Regarded Skills & Qualifications
Minimum 5 years' experience
Relevant experience within an EPC environment
Familiarity with Australian utility or similar utilities standards (e.g. transmission network requirements) is highly regarded but not essential
Attractive weekly remuneration, with overtime paid at penalty rates
Novated car lease
Paid travel, accommodation, and meals for work away from home
Option to bank overtime as TOIL (Time Off in Lieu) for extended paid breaks
Ongoing training and career development opportunities
Opportunities for advancement into leadership roles
12% employer superannuation contributions
Salary sacrifice options
Flexible working options
All required tools, PPE, uniforms, and boots supplied
Supportive team culture with a robust focus on safety and wellbeing
If you're a motivated engineer looking to work on impactful, large-scale energy projects, we'd love to hear from you.
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