Description Downer’s New Energy team is looking for an experienced

Design Engineer

to support the development and delivery of Zero Emission Bus depot conversion projects.

Reporting to the Engineering Lead, you will manage engineering and design inputs across projects from concept through to detailed design. You will coordinate internal and external design resources, manage technical interfaces and help deliver practical, cutting-edge and compliant engineering solutions.

This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of the energy transition, contributing technical expertise to infrastructure projects while collaborating with project teams, clients, design partners and technology providers.

Key responsibilities will include:

Managing engineering designs from concept through detailed design

Coordinating multidisciplinary design teams and resolving project interfaces

Evaluating design options and identifying value engineering opportunities

Identifying and managing key design and delivery risks and opportunities

Leading design workshops, technical reviews and design review meetings

Supporting the planning, scheduling and monitoring of design activities

Developing scopes of work for engineering consultants and contractors

Providing technical advice and resolving design related challenges

Supporting site inspections, testing, commissioning and defect closeout

Ensuring Safety in Design principles, applicable legislation, standards and project requirements are embedded throughout design delivery

What we’re looking for You will be an experienced engineering professional who enjoys working collaboratively with project teams and stakeholders to turn complex technical requirements into practical solutions.

You will ideally bring:

A tertiary qualification in Electrical Engineering or another relevant engineering discipline





A minimum of seven years post graduate engineering experience

Demonstrated experience in design management on Design and Construct contracts

Experience as a Design Engineer, Project Engineer or within a comparable engineering role

Strong knowledge of building technology and construction methodologies

Experience managing consultants, local authorities and other external stakeholders

Experience preparing and evaluating tender documentation

Knowledge of the NCC and relevant Australian Standards

Understanding of cost planning, estimating, contract administration, commercial management and project controlsStrong project management, communication and problem-solving capabilities

Chartered Professional Engineer CPEng status is highly regarded

What we offer This role provides the opportunity to contribute to an evolving New Energy portfolio and help shape innovative engineering solutions for Zero Emission Bus infrastructure.

You will work with experienced project and engineering professionals, engage with clients and industry partners and contribute to a collaborative environment focused on engineering excellence, innovation, sustainability and Zero Harm.

About Energy & Utilities Downer’s Energy & Utilities business provides essential services and infrastructure solutions that support communities and industries across Australia and New Zealand.

Within New Energy, our teams are developing and delivering infrastructure solutions that support the transition to lower emission technologies, including Zero Emission Bus depot conversions. This role will play an important part in ensuring engineering and design outcomes are safe, practical, compliant and commercially effective.

Downer is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone belongs. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.

📌 Design Engineer (Sydney)
🏢 Downer Group
📍 Sydney