Position: Lead Power Systems Engineer
Location: Adelaide, SA
Salary: Up to $185,000 base + super
Design & Build is working with an established Australian EPC contractor growing its engineering team across major transmission, substation and renewable energy projects.
We're looking for a Lead Power Systems Engineer with strong hands-on modelling and analysis experience who can make an immediate technical impact within the team.
Why Join?
Strong pipeline of transmission and substation projects
Work within an established multidisciplinary engineering team
Exposure from studies and detailed design through to construction
Progression into leadership roles
The Role
This is broader than a traditional grid connection role. You'll take ownership of the power systems studies and modelling required to support HV substation design, working closely with primary, secondary and protection engineers throughout detailed design and delivery.
What You'll Do
Independently perform power systems studies and detailed modelling
Deliver network analysis required for HV substation design




Perform load flow, short circuit and network stability analysis
Develop and validate models for transformers, transmission lines, generators and inverter-based resources
Assess designs against NER, AEMO and NSP requirements
Interpret study results and provide practical recommendations to the design team
Support projects through detailed design and commissioning
Review technical work and mentor junior engineers
What We're Looking For
5+ years' experience in power systems engineering
Solid hands-on modelling and analysis capability
Experience delivering studies in support of HV substation design
Strong DIgSILENT PowerFactory experience
PSCAD experience highly regarded
Australian transmission, substation or NSP project experience
Strong understanding of Australian network standards and requirements
All applications will be treated with strict confidentiality.
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📌 Lead Power Systems Engineer (Adelaide)
🏢 Design And Build Recruitment
📍 Adelaide