Enerven delivers electrical infrastructure and telecommunications solutions that are vital to connecting communities across Australia.
Our design, construction and maintenance services ensure reliable power generation, transmission and distribution to homes and businesses nationwide, while our commitment to renewable energy and resilient grid infrastructure sets us apart.
At Enerven, we're connecting you with tomorrow.
About the role
We are looking for a Principal Design Consultant to take on a strategic, senior role within our engineering delivery team.
This person will offer expert technical guidance, mentorship and risk management strategies, while staying current with industry trends and emerging technologies to drive innovative design solutions for Enerven's high‑value, high‑risk projects over $50 M.
The role will be critical to de‑risking strategic and major projects during tender and bid development, supporting the Head of Bids and Proposals and the Manager of Engineering Delivery.
Key responsibilities Execution of the Enerven growth strategy by de‑risking strategic and major projects solutions during the tender and bid development phases.
Mentoring of Senior and Junior Design Managers.
Provision of a centre of excellence for the development of engineering value‑adding solutions.
Development and implementation of efficiency opportunities for high performance and sustainable long‑term engineering solutions.
About you
We are seeking a candidate with approximately 20 years of experience in renewables, electrical infrastructure and utilities, with a strong background in concept design, tenders and bid support.
The ideal candidate also has expertise in Secondary Systems, Protection, SCADA and Industrial Cybersecurity, and a proven ability to deliver innovative, value‑adding engineering solutions.
Specific qualifications and experience required include: Degree in Engineering, Chartered Member of the Institute of Engineers, Australia.
Specialised cross‑discipline technical expertise within substation, transmission, BESS or wind engineering with particular strength in protection, automation or security systems.
Experience in schedule, cost and risk management.
EPC or contracting background.
About us
Enjoy flexible working conditions that ensure you can have a better work‑life balance, in a collaborative, safe and supportive environment.
Our variety of employee benefits includes:
Lucrative incentive structure.
Leadership and career development opportunities.
Up to $900 annual electricity bill reimbursement.
Automatic income protection coverage.
We value and respect the unique backgrounds and experiences of our employees, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.
As members of the Diversity Council Australia, our employees can receive full access to research, events and expertise on all aspects of diversity and inclusion.
An attractive remuneration package will be negotiated to secure an accomplished commercially astute leader capable of delivering Enerven's strategic vision, in this rewarding and career‑defining role.
For further information or any queries about this role, reach out to us at
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