* Location: Canberra, ACT
* Permanent position with 16% superannuation
* Lead transmission design standards & engineering across critical network assets
About the client
Our client is a leading energy network organisation delivering safe, reliable, and sustainable electricity. They foster innovation, technical excellence, and a collaborative culture while maintaining the highest safety standards.
About the role
WorkPac are seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer – Transmission to develop and maintain design standards for the sub-transmission network, including 132/11kV zone substations, overhead lines, underground cables, and associated protection and control systems. This role provides technical leadership, ensures alignment of standards with operational and regulatory requirements, and collaborates across planning, design, construction, and asset management teams.
Key responsibilities
* Develop and maintain technical design standards and specifications for sub-transmission assets
* Provide subject matter expertise in 132kV primary plant and protection system design
* Prepare, review, and update standard drawings, manuals, protection philosophies, and specifications
* Assess and implement new materials, technologies, and engineering solutions
* Engage and manage engineering consultants to support specialised design standards
* Collaborate with internal stakeholders to integrate standards across the asset lifecycle
* Participate in tenders and technical submissions for sub-transmission equipment and services
* Support investigations into asset performance, product failures, or design non-conformances
* Ensure all standards comply with legislation, codes, and safety requirements
* Contribute to continuous improvement in safety, environment, and quality practices
* Mentor and coach team members to model organisational culture and behaviours
Skills and experience required
* Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and ACT Professional Engineering Registration (or eligibility)
* Deep technical expertise in at least one of: substation design, transmission line design, or protection/secondary systems
* Ability to integrate across disciplines and manage external consultants
* Proficiency in CAD drawings, schematics, and technical documentation
* Experience developing or reviewing design standards and specifications
* Strong knowledge of relevant Australian and international standards, codes, and regulations
* Excellent written, verbal, and stakeholder engagement skills
* Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities
* Attention to detail, independence, and a strong safety focus
How to Apply
Click on the Apply button or for more information please contact:
WorkPac Principal Consultant: Call Tiffany Parker on or email quoting the below reference number.
Job Reference Number: NEWCIJ
About WorkPac
WorkPac is Australia's largest privately owned workforce solutions business. We add value to our candidates by providing recruitment, skills and career development opportunities across the Mining, Construction, Healthcare industries and more. Choosing WorkPac is always a Good Move.
At WorkPac, we foster a work environment where everyone feels welcome and valued. As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and embrace diversity in race, gender, age, religion, culture, and ability.