Job Overview
Based in our established Victorian office in Doncaster. Join an industry leader who is supporting Australia's move towards a renewable energy future. Great opportunity to shape and grow this new engineering hub from the ground up.
Job Details
* Job Type: Permanent - Full Time
* Location: VIC - Doncaster
* Job Category: Engineering
Company Overview
CPP is a leading high-voltage infrastructure provider, connecting renewable energy projects to Australia's electricity grid. As a member of Quanta Services, a Fortune 500 company ranked #192 on the NYSX, we specialise in the design, construction, commissioning, and maintenance of substations, transmission lines, wind farms, and battery storage systems. Established in 1996, we've connected more wind farms and renewable batteries than any other company. With over 700 employees and offices in Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane, we partner with Australia's major transmission providers to deliver innovative, end-to-end solutions.
Design & Engineering
CPP has the largest in-house design and engineering team of any contractor in Australia, with over 170 specialists across Electrical Primary and Secondary, Civil, Structural, and SCADA disciplines. We provide end-to-end engineering solutions for high-voltage infrastructure, including nationally significant transmission projects, HV substations, wind farms and battery storage systems that drive Australia's renewable energy transition. Our engineers work closely with construction and operations teams, ensuring designs are practical, constructible, and continually refined through real-world feedback. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, we deliver solutions that support a stable, reliable, and sustainable energy future.
The Opportunity
Step into a career-defining role as Manager - Secondary Design at CPP Victoria, where you will play a key role in delivering high-voltage substation projects that support the growth of Australia's renewable energy and utility sectors. We are seeking an experienced engineer to build and lead CPP's newly created Victorian Secondary Engineering and Design team. As Manager - Secondary Design, you will oversee the secondary design of high-voltage substations including secondary design, SCADA and protection. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will lead and grow a team of engineers and drafters, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment to deliver innovative, high-quality solutions. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in a similar senior engineering role, a deep understanding of secondary design principles, and strong leadership capabilities. This is a rare and exciting opportunity to join the Engineering leadership team at an industry-leading organisation. If you have extensive experience with substation design and/or utility grid connections, we would love to hear from you.
Desired Skills and Experience
* Tertiary qualifications in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent
* Chartered status and BLA (or the ability to achieve upon commencement)
* 10+ years' experience at a senior level, including substation design and/or utility grid connections
* Proven experience in secondary design and engineering, with knowledge of SCADA and protection
* Excellent leadership skills, with a track record of building and leading high-performing, collaborative teams
* Strong understanding of industry standards and client requirements
* Experience with renewable grid connection projects in Australia
* Based in Victoria or willing to relocate (relocation assistance available)
Benefits
* Above-market salary package with annual reviews
* Annual bonus, discretionary based on individual and business performance
* We offer flexible working options, with the ability to work from home
* Access to study assistance for continuous development, and a strong focus on internal promotions to help you grow within
* 14 weeks paid primary carer's leave & 4 weeks paid secondary carer's leave
* Up to 2 weeks of purchased leave
* Choice between an iPhone or Samsung mobile & design specked engineering laptop and software
* On site car-parking
* Generous employee referral program up to $4,000
* Access to an extensive benefits and discounts program with savings at over 400 retailers
* Free Employee Assistance Program for you and your family, supporting physical, mental, and financial wellbeing
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement
CPP is an equal opportunity employer that fosters a culture of achievement, personal development and offers a diverse, safe and supportive work environment.
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