Senior Electrical Engineer
Design & Build Recruitment, in partnership with Ventia, is looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer to join a dynamic team across multiple locations including Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Adelaide, Geelong. Salary range: $130k - $170k.
Ventia Engineering Services (VES) is a specialist multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy delivering outstanding engineering design across the project lifecycle. We are seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer with strong design experience in substations, renewable energy, and related sectors.
Responsibilities
- Work closely with Principal/Lead Engineers to drive detailed design and support the growing Electrical team.
- Complete and review power system calculations and modelling using industry-leading software, with a strong understanding of first principles and standards.
- Take ownership and provide leadership to ensure technical project success.
- Undertake site audits/inspections and offer expert advice.
- Develop and review technical project deliverables at a technical authority level.
- Liaise with project stakeholders, clients, internal engineers, and project managers.
Qualifications
- Proven expertise in detailed design engineering related to electrical substations, renewable energy, and the transmission or distribution sectors.
- Experience in solar farms and/or battery energy storage systems (BESS) design.
- In-depth knowledge of the Australian energy environment, particularly NEM grid connection requirements, the National Electricity Rules, and AEMO/NSP guidelines.
- Strong understanding of earthing, protection, cable, and HV design.
- Experience supporting the procurement team with technical knowledge of products, systems, and market sectors within the electrical industry.
- Proficiency in applying Australian Standards such as AS/NZS 3000, AS2067, AS62271, and relevant design standards and statutory regulations.
- Strong leadership abilities, a passion for mentoring young engineers, and a drive to ensure project success.
- Experience in at least two of the following sectors: Renewables, Power Utilities, Substations, Solar, and Hydrogen.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, adept at working with diverse stakeholders.
Minimum Requirements
- An Engineers Australia recognised tertiary engineering qualification.
- Current RPEQ/CPEng certification, or the eligibility and willingness to obtain these.
- Australian work rights (Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident).
What’s on Offer
- Competitive remuneration: A salary package that reflects your skills and experience.
- Exciting and technically challenging work: Be part of projects that push the boundaries of what’s possible in infrastructure.
- Experience in varied projects across multiple sectors: Gain exposure to a wide range of industries and project types.
- Flexible working hours and location: Work in any of our offices across Australia, including Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Geelong, Adelaide, and Perth, with the flexibility to work remotely.
- Good team culture: Join a supportive and collaborative team with a strong focus on qualified growth.
Apply
If you are an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer looking to take the next step in your career, we invite you to apply by sending your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience to or call Jasmine on for a more detailed conversation.
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