Primary Design Engineer (Substations & Transmission)
A well-established engineering consultancy is seeking Primary Design Engineer's to join its expanding Sydney power team.
With a strong pipeline of transmission, renewable energy, utility and grid infrastructure projects across NSW and the broader National Electricity Market, this is an opportunity to work on some of Australia's most significant energy transition projects while collaborating with industry-leading technical specialists.
This role will see you delivering primary design solutions for high-voltage substations and transmission infrastructure from concept and feasibility through to detailed design and construction support.
A well-established engineering consultancy is seeking Primary Design Engineer's to join its expanding Sydney power team.
With a strong pipeline of transmission, renewable energy, utility and grid infrastructure projects across NSW and the broader National Electricity Market, this is an opportunity to work on some of Australia's most significant energy transition projects while collaborating with industry-leading technical specialists.
This role will see you delivering primary design solutions for high-voltage substations and transmission infrastructure from concept and feasibility through to detailed design and construction support.
The Opportunity
As part of a highly regarded Power & Energy team, you will play a key role in the delivery of major utility, renewable generation and network augmentation projects ranging from 132kV through to 500kV.
You will work closely with clients, project managers, secondary engineers, civil/structural teams and multidisciplinary design groups to deliver innovative, practical and technically robust solutions.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and deliver primary substation designs for transmission and distribution projects
Develop and review:
General arrangements
Equipment layouts
Busbar and switchyard configurations
Electrical clearances
Earthing and lightning protection systems
Cable routing and equipment integration designs
Perform engineering calculations and technical assessments
Prepare technical specifications, reports and design documentation
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers
Participate in client workshops, design reviews and stakeholder meetings
Support project delivery through construction and commissioning phases
Ensure designs comply with Australian Standards, utility requirements and industry best practice
About You
Degree qualifications in Electrical Engineering
Experience in primary substation design
Experience delivering projects across transmission, utilities, renewables, consulting or EPC environments
Strong understanding of:
HV substations
AIS and GIS switchyards
Transformers and reactive plant
Earthing systems
Electrical clearances and insulation coordination
Familiarity with Australian utility standards and industry regulations
Experience using AutoCAD, MicroStation or similar design platforms
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Chartered status or progress towards CPEng highly regarded
Why Join?
Work with one of Australia's most respected engineering consultancies
Diverse portfolio of transmission, renewable energy and grid connection projects
Exposure to major utility clients across Australia
Versatile and hybrid working arrangements
Collaborative and highly regarded engineering team
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