At Aurecon, we are optimistic about the future. We are thinkers, solvers, and collaborators who work with our clients to deliver the infrastructure and assets that strengthen communities and create a sustainable future.

At Aurecon, we are optimistic about the future. We are thinkers, solvers, and collaborators who work with our clients to deliver the infrastructure and assets that strengthen communities and create a sustainable future.

Secondary Design & Protection Engineer

As aSecondary Design & Protection Engineer in our Energy team basedin Perth,you'llcontributetoprojects and programs thatmake a real difference and be part ofateamthat embraces challenges, welcomes diverse ideas, and engineer solutions with people and outcomes in mind.

Amongst other engineering tasks you will focus on
Delivering hands-on substation secondary designs and protection designs for transmission and distribution projects
Undertaking earthing studies and substation lighting design as part of coordinated electrical design packages
Contributing to medium voltage (MV) distribution designs, working closely with other engineering disciplines
Taking ownership of technical designs and calculations,



with guidance and review from senior technical leads
Focusing on technical design delivery, with limited client-facing responsibilities

What you'll bring
Hands-on experience in substation design and protection systems at a senior engineer
Experience leading and undertaking earthing studies, substation lighting design, with exposure to MV distribution design
The technical capability to own designs and calculations and collaborate with senior leads and multidisciplinary teams
Experience on Western Power, Pilbara or Power and Water (Northern Territory) projects
Project experience from resources clients would be desirable, along with wind or solar / renewables project experience

How we support your growth

We believe your career should be a rewarding adventure. You will tackle some of the world's most complex infrastructure challenges, in an workplace that supports your ambitions, where we hold ourselves, and each other, to the highest standards. Recognised by the AFR as a Best Place to Work in 2026, we embrace diverse perspectives, giving you the chance to make a real impact.

Who we

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