HV Electrical Field Engineer — Safety, Maintenance & Outages (Melbourne)

HV Electrical Field Engineer — Safety, Maintenance & Outages (Melbourne)

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Worley
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21 Oct

Worley

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Join our contract team in Victoria and help support the safe, reliable and compliant operation of electrical systems across an operational wind farm. This site-based role will see you provide technical leadership across high-voltage (HV), low-voltage (LV) and DC assets, while contributing to improved electrical safety, asset performance and long-term reliability.

This is primarily a site-based position in Victoria. The role includes field inspections, HV switching and maintenance activities, and may involve working at heights, in remote locations and in varying weather conditions. Travel to site, on-call participation and after-hours support may be required.

What you'll do

- Maintain HV safety governance, access and switching procedures, safe approach distances, arc-flash assessments and electrical risk controls.
- Authorise and control HV switching activities, including switching sheets, isolation plans, earthing procedures and operator authorisations.
- Issue and cancel HV access permits, sanctions for test and test permits, while verifying recipient competency.
- Support preventative, condition-based and major maintenance programs across transformers, protection systems, switchgear, earthing systems, DC systems and other critical electrical assets.
- Oversee critical testing programs, review results and approve the safe return to service of equipment.
- Lead technical investigations into protection trips, transformer and cable faults, earth faults and arc-flash incidents, and develop corrective and preventative actions.
- Plan and support outages, commissioning activities, system modifications and re-energisation strategies.
- Lead system restoration and emergency switching responses following grid or major protection events.
- Identify reliability trends, support lifecycle replacement strategies and contribute to maintenance budgets, cost estimates and the five-year asset strategy.
- Engage closely with the client, Contract Manager, Operational Manager, MC Manager and Site Leads.

About You

- A degree in Electrical Engineering or an equivalent qualification.
- Registration with BIL and the relevant state regulator as a licensed electrical engineer.
- Demonstrated experience with HV and LV electrical systems in energy, utilities or industrial environments.
- Robust knowledge of HVOA/EOA requirements, Victorian electrical safety regulations and Blue Book compliance.
- Technical knowledge of protection systems, fault analysis, transformers, generators, motors, earthing, bonding, lightning protection and overhead line reticulation.
- Experience with DC systems, UPS and battery technologies.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving and independent decision-making skills.
- A clear commitment to safety, compliance, technical accuracy and continuous improvement.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to engage effectively with clients, contractors and operational stakeholders.

Benefits to you

- Flexible / hybrid working
- Paid parental leave
- Purchased leave scheme
- Salary packaging including novated leases, personal electronic devices and EV car subscription
- Salary continuance insurance
- Professional membership reimbursement
- Employee discounts including health insurance, gyms, hotels & car hire
- Rewards & Incentives through Worley's Appreciate rewards program
- Learning & career opportunities

About us

Worley is a global company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia. We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value across the life of their assets. We specialize in consulting, engineering, procurement and construction across the project lifecycle, with services extending through to operations and decommissioning. Leveraging extensive experience and AI-enabled delivery, we support customers in navigating complexity as they meet today's needs and transition to more sustainable solutions.

Moving forward together

We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation. We're building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. Creating a space where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and are heard.

And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology. Whatever your ambition, there's a path for you here.

And there's no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.

Secure your future by gaining skills within the Defence Maritime sector.

We currently have a vacancy for an Electrical Engineer to work with our multi-disciplinary Engineering Consulting team. This role is a newly created, permanent position based in Melbourne, Cairns or Adelaide . We offer a competitive salary, promotion opportunities and a generous study assistance and study leave package, along with on the job mentoring from industry experts.

Why Rubicon Associates?

You’ll be joining a proudly Australian owned consultancy, specialising in marine engineering services, with offices around Australia. Our Values of Integrity, Respect, Social Impact, Commitment, Diversity, Innovation, Growth, underpin everything we do. Rubicon Associates is an equal opportunity employer that fosters a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion.

As we are in a growth phase, you’ll have opportunity to help shape the organisation and your career through gaining capability to achieve your full potential.

About the role

• Working collaborately, develop Concept and Detailed Electrical Designs according to relevant Standards

• Undertake analysis to support integration of marine electrical systems into platforms for medium to large scale Naval Defence projects

• Perform Engineering Investigations and develop documentation such as Reports and Specifications.

About you

You will hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical (or Mechatronics) Engineering . Experience within the defence maritime sector is preferred, but not essential, and you may be transitioning from another industry, like Power Generation and Distribution. We are open to all levels of experience from Graduate, Mid level, to Senior

Essentially you will have

• Current RPEQ status or eligibility to gain Registration

• Practical experience with Power Distribution, Generation and Auxillary systems

• Experience with Electrical Design including Power Generators, Power Distribution, Lighting, Electric Propulsion, Degaussing, Control and Monitoring, Converters and

Transformers, Distribution boards, Electrical Protection Calculation. Sizing and Selection of Circuit Breakers

• Demonstrated knowledge of relevant Standards and their impact on Electrical Design

• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact and work directly with Clients

• Exceptional attention to detail

• A flexible and agile approach

Travel for ship inspections will become part of the role.

Due to Client requirements, you must be an Australian Citizen and eligible to apply for an NV1 Security Clearance.

We thankyou for taking the time to submit your application. For more information or a confidential discussion you can contact Human Resources Manager Pille Lucas on

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Please send your resume and cover letter, by clicking the “Apply Now” button or email Human Resources Manager Pille Lucas at Applications will be reviewed as they are received and start dates negotiated with successful candidates.

An established multi-disciplinary building services consultancy is looking for an Electrical Engineer to join its growing team. You'll take ownership of electrical design packages from concept through to construction, working closely with senior engineers, architects, builders and clients. This is a great opportunity for someone ready to step up, lead their own projects and build their profile in the industry.
Projects you'll work on
You'll gain exposure to a diverse portfolio across:

- Commercial new builds
- Workplace fitouts, spec suites and co-working
- Residential and build to rent
- Retirement and assisted living
- Healthcare
- Education
- Government
- Hospitality and retail
- Industrial
- Sports and recreation
- Sustainability and ESD-led projects

What you'll be doing

- Designing electrical services including power, lighting, emergency lighting, communications, security and fire detection systems
- Preparing calculations for maximum demand, voltage drop, fault levels and cable sizing
- Producing specifications, reports and design documentation, and coordinating with drafters on drawings
- Ensuring designs comply with AS/NZS 3000, NCC Section J and other relevant standards
- Coordinating with other disciplines and stakeholders throughout design and construction
- Conducting site inspections, reviewing shop drawings and supporting projects through construction
- Mentoring graduate engineers as you grow

About you

- Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent)
- 3–7 years' experience in building services electrical design, ideally within a consultancy
- Solid working knowledge of Australian Standards and the NCC
- Experience with design software such as Revit, AutoCAD, Dialux/AGi32 or electrical calculation tools
- Strong communication skills and the confidence to liaise with clients and contractors
- Working towards (or holding) CPEng or RPEQ/RPEV registration is highly regarded
- Full working rights in Australia

What's on offer

- Salary of $90,000 – $120,000 plus superannuation, depending on experience
- Versatile and hybrid working arrangements
- Support towards chartership and ongoing professional development
- Variety of projects across a broad range of sectors
- A supportive team culture with clear career progression

Reach out for a confidential chat:
Kyla

It’s easy to take water for granted, but at CMP we don’t. It’s essential for life, and it’s a resource that is only getting scarcer. We love that we get to use our engineering skills to make water supplies available, fit for purpose, and sustainable for future generations. If this sounds like something that you’d like to be a part of, read on.

About Us

We are CMP Consulting Group Pty Ltd. We are part of Vysarn Limited (ASX:VYS), a growing network of businesses focused on integrated water and infrastructure services. We are leaders in the water industry, and we are passionate about the impact we can have for Australian communities through our work. Everything we do, we do to provide excellent, long-lasting outcomes for our clients and the customers that we serve. We create value for our clients and our staff by challenging the status quo that is offered by multi-national consultancies.

About The Role

We have an excellent role for an experienced Electrical Engineer with a history of undertaking design roles on water and wastewater treatment plant projects. This is a critical role within the business which will see you working on a wide variety of infrastructure projects in the water industry and in collaboration with other disciplines, project managers and client representatives. Hence your strong communication skills, including the ability to establish effective working relationships, will be critical to your success.

What’s exciting about this role is that you will have the opportunity to join a close-knit electrical engineering team and become part of a well-regarded corporate culture with low staff turnover.

What will you be doing?

- Undertaking electrical, instrumentation and controls design on water and wastewater projects, primarily for treatment plants and/or pump stations.
- Review of electrical design works internally within CMP and by others, including drawings, project specifications, and equipment selections for new installations and upgrades.
- Prepare and review project specific detailed documentation to support procurement and delivery of major projects.
- Assisting with the development of electrical standard templates and documents, either for internal use or for our clients.
- Assisting with the technical development of junior electrical engineers.
- Collaborate with other engineering disciplines to ensure seamless integration of electrical systems with other systems.
- Building strong relationships with our clients and developing compelling technical proposals.

About You

We would like you to bring a proactive and consultative approach, with an ability to prioritise your work and get things done – and to enjoy what you do, like we do. Ideally you will also possess the following:

- A tertiary degree in electrical or electronic engineering.
- Ideally 5 – 10 years’ experience in the design of water and wastewater assets.
- Experience within an engineering consultancy, or in a design role for a contractor or asset owner.
- CPEng and RPEV status or can be achieved within 12 months with CMP’s support.
- Good understanding and knowledge of Australian Standards and clients’ design standards/procedures for major water authorities in Australia.
- High levels of personal integrity, and a desire for continued professional development and improvement as an engineering professional.

Why work here?

- Work/life balance – flexible working hours, part-or full-time work, hybrid office/work from home arrangements, paid parental leave, purchased leave options;
- Culture – client and community focused, inclusive of all, fun and relational connection and access to decision-makers, with a focus on wellbeing, safety, and health;
- Career advancement – develop leadership skills in a growing business, paid industry recognised association membership, support to achieve and maintain chartership, peer-to-peer training through in-house CMP University program, all expenses paid industry events;
- Variety – involvement in master planning to detailed design,



design and construct partnerships, and asset management, working across a diverse client base;
- Impact – get involved with an awarding-winning leader in social procurement with initiatives supporting Aboriginal businesses, women in STEM, and carbon and sustainability.
- We care about where we’re going – the outcomes of our work on people and planet; and how we get there – putting safety and wellbeing first and always helping each other out.

To find out more visit our website or refer to our LinkedIn page

If you are interested in applying for this role, click Apply or if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact our Careers Team at

Please note: It is also very important that you answer the screening questions before submitting your application.

Check out our YouTube video to hear more about what it’s like to work at CMP.

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.

We are more than 34,000 people, in over 30 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.

Following major project wins and continued growth in our pipeline, this role offers the opportunity to take the next step in your career within Arcadis’ Melbourne or Sydney business. You’ll build on your experience in power utility and road lighting projects, applying your knowledge of Victorian and NSW utility standards, road authority standards and relevant Australian standards. You’ll have the scope to work independently, collaborate across a multidisciplinary team and strengthen your client relationships while contributing to the growth of the business.

- Join a high-performing team delivering great results
- Join a company that truly values its people, offering professional memberships and global project exposure
- Access genuine flexible working opportunities, including hybrid working

For those with CPEng and RPEV accreditation, construction project management experience and familiarity with VESI lighting, the role provides an opportunity to further apply and develop these capabilities. You’ll contribute to the team’s success through your technical proficiency, project management skills and commitment to meeting client expectations.

- Preparing & managing electrical packages from scope stage to final IFC submission
- Effective liaison with VIC &/or NSW power utilities and clients at every stage of the design
- Knowledge of VESI design frameworks and local utility design experience
- Coordinating with various project disciplines and stakeholders
- Preparing & leading electrical design packages including electrical relocation, URD and Supply upgrade projects for major clients including state projects
- Preparing & leading road lighting design packages focused around VESI lighting
- Taking ownership of various project and design deliverables
- Preparing reports, proposals and presentations for internal and external clients
- Support the team members with design queries and make decisions regarding the design including guiding & mentoring of young engineers
- Complete site inspections and collect relevant design data as required
- Engaging in weekly project update meetings.

Qualifications & Experience:

- Strong VESI (Victorian Electricity Supply Industry) or NSW experience across overhead and underground designs as well as VIC/NSW utilities or asset relocation projects
- Chartered Status including PREV, NER & CPEng
- Relevant higher education qualification in electrical engineering
- Extensive experience in VIC / NSW Utility electrical designs such as overhead & underground networks, asset relocations, supply upgrades, URD & Public Lighting
- Detailed knowledge of Electrical distribution networks from low voltage to sub-transmission level of 66kV
- Detailed knowledge of electrical distribution design and relevant Australian standards.
- Working knowledge of Australian Standards relevant to private electrical designs/ wring rules and lighting (AS3000 & AS1158)
- Current Australian Electricity Supply Industry (ESI Worker) card
- Ability to check, comment and approve distribution drawings for construction purposes
- Project management skills including construction support and construction management
- Current PM2/ PMC status with Vic utilities will be highly preferred
- Software skills –Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, AGI32, Perfect Lite.

Why Arcadis?

We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It’s why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.

You’ll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you’ll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you.

Together, we can create a lasting legacy.

Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging:

We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day, which is why we take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves to account for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people.

As an equal prospect employer, we value and promote diversity at Arcadis and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Veterans and spouses are invited to apply.

Senior Electrical Engineer - Secondary Systems

At Entura, we believe diversity fuels innovation and inclusion drives success. We welcome professionals from all backgrounds to join our team as a Senior Electrical Engineer – Secondary Systems and bring fresh perspectives to our growing Secondary Electrical Engineering Team.

The role provides engineering design and client facing skills associated with the design of installation of EHV and HV protection and control systems in substations, power stations and other electrical installations for a range of clients including electrical utility asset owners, renewable developers and others.

The role also contributes to the day-to-day delivery of engagements for clients, both individually and as part of a larger Grid and Power team, in addition to providing professional advice and mentoring on secondary systems design and related technical areas.

Salary Base from $151,000+ superannuation

Location: Hobart or Melbourne (Flexible Work Arrangements Available - WFH / Remote)

About You and the Role

You are a skilled electrical engineer with a passion for problem-solving and a drive to create meaningful change. You thrive in a collaborative environment where you can contribute your expertise and mentor others.

To excel in this role, you will have:

- A minimum of 7 years’ experience in design of Secondary Systems for HV and EHV installations and plant, particularly applied to substations.
- Experience in brownfield and greenfield design for protection, control, metering and SCADA systems.
- Experience working on electrical utility projects.
- Familiarity and knowledge of protection relay configuration software and fault analysis software (e.g. PowerFactory, Aspen).
- Experience in hybrid off-grid generation assets.
- Detailed knowledge and experience of power system development and operation.
- Experience working in a consultancy.
- High level project management skills.
- Knowledge of Australian and IEC standards.

The role is based in either our Hobart or Melbourne office however flexible work arrangements are also considered. Given the diversity of our clients and projects, there may be some local, national and international travel required.

We don’t just offer jobs—we build careers with purpose. We are committed to an inclusive and equitable work environment where everyone belongs. When you join Entura, you become part of a team that values work-life balance, continuous learning, and professional growth.

Our benefits include:

- Genuine work-life balance with flexible work arrangements.
- Industry-leading parental leave .
- Generous carer and personal leave .
- Subsidised school holiday vacation care to support working parents.
- Discounted health insurance .
- Electricity discounts.
- Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family.
- A workplace that values diversity and actively promotes gender equality .
- Clear career progression pathways and strong support networks.

At Entura, we are proud to work on innovative engineering solutions that make a difference. We are deeply committed to environmental and social responsibility, empowering people and communities with clean energy.

If this opportunity excites you, we encourage you to apply! Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and what drives you.

We value diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from candidates of all ages, cultural backgrounds, abilities, and genders. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the application process, please let us know—we’re here to support you.

Discover more about Entura’s work and values at and learn how our unique approach, Our Way, is shaping the future of engineering.

Join us and help power a cleaner, brighter future!

PSD Energy is an Australian engineering, procurement and construction business delivering electrical infrastructure and renewable energy projects across Australia.

Our capability spans electrical distribution, substations, battery energy storage systems, solar, commissioning and associated infrastructure. Our engineering teams work closely with project delivery and construction, giving our engineers exposure to the full project lifecycle from concept and detailed design through to construction and commissioning.

As our distribution capability continues to grow, we are looking for an experienced Distribution Engineer to join our Melbourne team.

About the Role

This role will support the design and delivery of electrical distribution infrastructure projects across Victoria.

You will develop practical, compliant and constructable distribution designs using NEARA and AutoCAD, working across new connections, network augmentations, relocations, upgrades and other distribution infrastructure projects.

Experience with Powercor standards, systems and design requirements is highly regarded. However, we are also interested in candidates with strong distribution design experience across other Victorian or Australian electricity networks.

This role would suit an engineer who enjoys combining technical design with practical project delivery and working closely with utilities, clients and construction teams.

Key Responsibilities

You will be responsible for:

- Preparing overhead and underground electrical distribution designs.
- Developing network designs and engineering solutions using NEARA.
- Preparing detailed drawings and design documentation using AutoCAD.
- Designing new connections, network augmentations, relocations and upgrades.
- Undertaking design calculations, equipment selection and technical assessments.
- Interpreting utility standards, specifications, network information and construction requirements.
- Preparing complete design packages for utility and client review and approval.
- Managing design comments, revisions and approvals with relevant stakeholders.
- Supporting site investigations and gathering information required for design development.
- Working closely with project managers, construction teams and other engineering disciplines.
- Providing technical support during construction and resolving design or constructability issues.
- Maintaining accurate drawings, calculations, revisions and engineering records.
- Ensuring designs appropriately consider safety, compliance, constructability, cost and project requirements.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:

- A tertiary qualification in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
- Experience in electrical distribution network design or engineering.
- Practical experience using NEARA for distribution network design.
- Strong proficiency in AutoCAD.
- Experience designing overhead and/or underground distribution infrastructure.
- Knowledge of distribution assets including poles, conductors, cables, transformers and associated equipment.
- An understanding of relevant Australian Standards, utility standards and electrical safety requirements.
- The ability to interpret electrical drawings, network plans, specifications and technical documentation.
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing accurate, compliant designs.
- Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively with utilities, clients, engineering teams and construction personnel.
- The ability to manage multiple design activities and work to project deadlines.

Highly Regarded

We would particularly value experience in:

- Designing projects for Powercor.
- Powercor standards, specifications, design processes and approval requirements.
- Other Victorian distribution networks, including CitiPower, United Energy or AusNet.
- Utility design submissions and approval processes.
- Distribution design within a utility, engineering consultancy or electrical infrastructure contractor.
- Providing design support during construction and commissioning.

Why Join PSD Energy?

At PSD Energy, distribution engineering is closely connected to project delivery.

You will have the opportunity to see designs progress beyond the drawing stage and into construction and commissioning, working alongside experienced engineering, project management, commissioning and construction professionals.





The role offers exposure to a broad range of electrical infrastructure projects and the opportunity to contribute to the continued growth of PSD Energy’s distribution engineering capability.

If you have solid distribution design experience and are confident working with NEARA and AutoCAD, we would be interested in hearing from you — whether your background is with Powercor or another electricity network.

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Sequana Group is one of the fastest-growing & independent water, energy, and environment-focused infrastructure advisory firms in Australia, with a growing International presence. Home to 250+ experts, with offices in Melbourne, Sydney, Port Macquarie, Brisbane, and Perth,we work with both the private sector and government organisations tobreak the mould and redefine the future of Australia’s major water, environment and energy projects. We are committed to delivering exceptional results for our clients throughout all stages of a project and beyond.

This particular role sits withAtlas (a Sequana Group Company), our brownfield water and wastewater specialist. Atlas focuses on improving delivery success across the full lifecycle, from condition assessment and optimisation through to renewal and upgrade delivery. Since 2011, their teams have delivered programs95% on time, 98% on budget , with over$100m in TOTEX savings , by bringing together senior, cross-functional expertise across design, construction, maintenance and delivery management.

Atlas are currently hiring for a Senior Electrical Engineer position.

WHAT YOU DO

Atlas finds smarter and better ways for our clientsto deliver, operate and maintain infrastructure, and in doing so positively impact the world around us. That is how our people build long-lasting relationships and deliver great businessoutcomes for our clients and partners.

Working as a Senior Electrical Engineer , youwill bring technical depth in electrical engineering and a growing ability to navigate the commercial and human realities of delivery. You will lead project components with confidence, mentor junior team members, and build the kind of client relationships that keep people coming back to Atlas.

- Leading the engineering scope on project components including developing concept options, detailed design packages, technical specifications and design reports in your primary discipline.
- Facilitating or leading safety in design reviews, HAZOP, SiD and CHAIR workshops including preparing, running and following up on actions.
- Reviewing the work of Graduate Engineers and Engineers on your project, checking technical quality, giving direct feedback and making sure outputs meet Atlas standards before they leave the door.
- Reviewing third-party design documentation including checking scope, standards compliance and constructability, and providing clear technical comments that protect Atlas and the client.
- Conducting site assessments and engaging directly with construction teams to resolve technical queries, review as-built conditions and provide design support during delivery.
- Attending client-facing design meetings and technical presentations, explaining your design rationale, responding to technical queries and managing expectations through the design phase.
- Working through engineering challenges, interpreting as-built conditions, assessing asset condition, designing for maintainability and constructability in live operating environments.
- Contributing to design cost estimates and programme inputs, providing realistic task hour estimates and flagging scope changes early.
- Monitoring your project scope, hours and budget, tracking where you sit, raising issues early and keeping your Project Manager informed.
- Contributing to project close-out including commissioning support, handover documentation, lessons learned and case study input that builds Atlas’s body of knowledge.
- Support project delivery partners with procurement/tendering processes and activities (mainly providing technical oversight and due diligence).

WHO YOU ARE

Candidates should possess:

Minimum Qualifications and Experience:

- Minimum 7 years’ experience in Engineering (Electrical or Instrumentation & Controls).
- Tertiary qualifications in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
- LV distribution, switchgear, discrimination, protection & cable sizing, calculations and specification skills.
- Key standards: AS3000, AS 61439.
- Experience supporting project delivery partners with procurement/tendering processes and activities (mainly providing technical oversight and due diligence).
- Site/construction experience, fault finding, troubleshooting and commissioning skills.
- DC systems – battery chargers, UPS’, battery/DC storage sizing, calculations and specification experience.
- Motor starters, DB’s, Switchboards, VSD’s and MCC design, engineering, sizing and specification skills.

Preferred Qualifications/ experience(not essential):

- Experience using PowerCAD, LUX calc tools and Arc Flash.
- I&C; fundamentals, specification, control narrative/philosophies

What it’s like working at Atlas:

There are a ton of reasons why Atlas is an amazing company to work at, and here are some that we think you’ll find most interesting!

- Our culture – We have a wonderful team of brilliant high achievers built on a culture of empathy, collaboration, integrity, openness, and professional excellence. We attract the best in the industry who share our passion for the water, environment, and energy sectors and are willing to put in extraordinary efforts to deliver exceptional outcomes.
- Exciting & meaningful projects – Atlas is on an exciting growth journey. Here at Atlas, you are seen as the expert and will have the opportunity to own projects end-to-end, and truly make an impact.
- Continuous learning – We celebrate continuous learning at Atlas and our Sequana Academy offers employees the opportunity to receive professional coaching services and training, and 1:1 training with professional development coaches.
- Compensation – We offer an attractive compensation package and a flexible work environment.
- Reward and recognition – We promote an setting of reward and recognition. At Atlas, you will be recognised for your efforts, and we will celebrate you and reward you for your contributions!
- Diverse and inclusive environment – With our Sequana Group Social Impact and Belonging Committee, we promote an inclusive & diverse environment, hosting many events and activities that truly make Atlas a great place to work.

It’s easy to take water for granted, but at CMP we don’t. It’s essential for life, and it’s a resource that is only getting scarcer. We love that we get to use our engineering skills to make water supplies available, fit for purpose, and sustainable for future generations. If this sounds like something that you’d like to be a part of, read on.

About Us

We are CMP Consulting Group Pty Ltd. We are part of Vysarn Limited (ASX:VYS), a growing network of businesses focused on integrated water and infrastructure services. We are leaders in the water industry, and we are passionate about the impact we can have for Australian communities through our work. Everything we do, we do to provide excellent, long-lasting outcomes for our clients and the customers that we serve. We create value for our clients and our staff by challenging the status quo that is offered by multi-national consultancies.

About The Role

We have an excellent role for a Principal Electrical Engineer with a history of undertaking design roles on water and wastewater treatment plant projects. This is a critical role within the business which will see you working on a wide variety of infrastructure projects in the water industry and in collaboration with other disciplines, project managers and client representatives. Hence your strong technical and communication skills, including the ability to establish effective working relationships, will be critical to your success.

What’s exciting about this role is that you will have the opportunity to join a close-knit electrical engineering team and become part of a well-regarded corporate culture with low staff turnover.

What Will You Be Doing

- Lead Electrical Engineer roles on water and wastewater projects, primarily for treatment plants and/or pump stations.
- Undertake electrical, instrumentation and controls design on projects.
- Prepare and review project specific detailed documentation to support procurement and delivery of major projects.
- Review of electrical design works internally within CMP and by others, including drawings, project specifications, and equipment selections for new installations and upgrades.
- Development of electrical standard templates and documents, either for internal use or for our clients.
- Mentoring less experienced electrical engineers and aiding the technical development of the team.
- Collaborate with other engineering disciplines to ensure seamless integration of electrical systems with other systems.
- Project management and/or design management roles on water and wastewater infrastructure projects (optional, not essential).
- Building strong relationships with our clients and developing compelling technical proposals.

About You

We would like you to bring a proactive and consultative approach, with an ability to prioritise your work and get things done – and to enjoy what you do, like we do. Ideally you will also possess the following:

- A tertiary degree in electrical or electronic engineering or related field.
- More than 15 years’ experience in the electrical, instrumentation and controls design of water and wastewater assets.
- Experience within an engineering consultancy, or in a design role for a contractor or asset owner.
- RPEV status and CPEng status (or can be achieved within 6 months with CMP’s support).
- Ability to strengthen and grow existing client connections and support the building of relevant new relationships, as a trusted technical advisor.
- Broad knowledge of Australian Standards and clients’ design standards/procedures for major water authorities in Australia.
- Technical and commercial acumen with a focus on successful outcomes for our projects and our clients.
- High levels of personal integrity, and a desire for continued professional development and improvement as an engineering professional.

Why Join CMP

At CMP, we are committed to fostering a workplace where our people thrive. As a principal engineer you will be part of a high-performing team that values innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. Here’s what you can expect:

- Work/life balance: flexible working hours, part- or full-time work, hybrid office/work-from-home arrangements.
- Culture: client and community-focused, inclusive of all, fun and relational connection, and access to decision-makers, with a focus on wellbeing, safety, and health.
- Career advancement: develop leadership skills in a growing business, paid EA membership, support to achieve and maintain chartership; peer-to-peer training through in-house CMP University program, all expenses paid industry events.
- Variety: involvement in master planning to detailed design, design and construct partnerships, and asset management, working across a diverse client base.
- Impact: get involved with an award-winning leader in social procurement with initiatives supporting Aboriginal businesses, women in STEM, and carbon and sustainability.

We care about where we’re going—the outcomes of our work on people and planet—and how we get there—putting safety and wellbeing first and always helping each other out.

To find out more about the work we do visit our website: or refer to our LinkedIn page,

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If you’re a skilled, solutions-focused engineer looking to grow your career while driving innovation and excellence in electrical engineering, we encourage you to apply.

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Big Projects. Real Impact. Your Next Career Move.
Are you an Electrical Engineer or experienced Technical Officer in power distribution design, ready to take the next step in your career?
At Balpara, you’ll have the opportunity to work on major electricity network projects across Victoria, broaden your technical expertise and take greater ownership of projects from design through to delivery.
We work with some of the leading electricity utilities in Victoria, giving you exposure to diverse projects, real engineering challenges and the opportunity to build a strong portfolio of work.
Why join Balpara?
Deliver practical engineering solutions for leading electricity utilities, including CitiPower/Powercor, United Energy, AusNet and Jemena.

- Take Your Career to the Next Level
- Build Your Project Portfolio
- See Your Designs Come to Life
- Grow Your Technical Expertise
- Make a Real Impact
- Great Projects. Supportive Team. Better Balance

About the role

- Delivering electrical distribution designs across overhead, underground and/or distribution substation projects.
- Taking ownership of projects of varying complexity and coordinating design deliverables to meet quality, programme and budget requirements.
- Applying engineering principles, industry standards and utility requirements to develop compliant design solutions.
- Considering Safety in Design, constructability, maintainability and interactions with existing network assets.
- Attending project sites and providing technical advice and support when required.
- Collaborating with clients, network representatives, engineers, designers, project managers and other stakeholders.
- Resolving technical challenges and identifying opportunities to improve design quality and project delivery.

What you need to have:

- Proven experience and understanding in electrical distribution design
- The ability to consider safety, constructability and other existing assets when developing designs
- A practical, solutions-focused approach
- Knowledge and application of Safety in Design
- Experience with AutoCAD
- Experience with NEARA would be advantageous, but is not essential

Join Balpara
For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Mariam Wissa on .
Apply now to join Balpara and be part of our continued growth.
Please be advised that final-stage applicants will be required to complete assessments, testing and a National Criminal Check.
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📌 HV Electrical Field Engineer — Safety, Maintenance & Outages (Melbourne)
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