If you're looking for a job that you enjoy and that keeps you passionate and productive, AECOM is the place to be.
William Leong, Workgroup Manager Transmission + Distribution
AECOM's Energy practice across Australia and New Zealand comprises approximately 250 experts, offering a broad range of services, including consulting, engineering design, energy procurement, and EPC (engineering, procurement, and construction) for power, energy efficiency, and renewable energy clients.
Our comprehensive understanding of the entire energy landscape - from generation and distribution to storage and demand-side management enables us to develop holistic strategies that enhance and modernise next-generation energy infrastructure.
Job Description
Shape the future of Australia's energy network.
As a Technical Director – Primary Engineering at AECOM, you'll lead our high-performing Substations team in Sydney, delivering complex transmission and distribution projects that power millions of homes and businesses.
This is your opportunity to set the technical direction, grow a talented team, and influence the next generation of energy infrastructure across the nation.
What will a day in this role look like
Lead and inspire our Primary (Substations) team — setting the technical direction, mentoring emerging talent, and fostering a high-performing, inclusive culture.
Oversee the design and delivery of complex primary systems — including layouts, detailed drawings, earthing design, equipment specifications, and system studies — ensuring safe, high-quality outcomes.
Build and nurture strategic client relationships with key utilities and TNSPs, acting as a trusted technical advisor and ensuring AECOM delivers exceptional outcomes on major substation and transmission projects.
Drive business growth by identifying opportunities, shaping winning proposals, and aligning the team's capabilities with AECOM's strategic energy objectives.
Shape industry practice and thought leadership, representing AECOM at national and international forums (e.g., CIGRE, EEA) and sharing expertise on primary systems, innovation, and emerging technologies.
Qualifications
The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don't tick all the boxes, you could still be a perfect fit for this role.
Please apply, all applications will be considered.
The qualities that help you thrive
Extensive primary engineering experience — ideally 15+ years in substation or transmission & distribution projects within Australia, including concept, detailed design, and delivery.
Deep technical knowledge of transmission and distribution primary systems, including substation layouts, earthing design, studies, and high-voltage equipment specification.
Strong leadership and communication skills, with a track record of guiding multidisciplinary teams, engaging stakeholders, and building collaborative, inclusive cultures.
Commercial and strategic acumen, demonstrated through winning work, managing budgets, and delivering profitable projects in the consulting environment.
Proven project / design management capability, with the ability to coordinate complex programs, manage risk, and ensure on-time, high-quality outcomes.
Additional Information
Why you'll love working with us:
Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, part-time, job-sharing and hybrid work options
26 weeks paid parental leave, 2 weeks paid partner leave and up to 12 weeks paid alternative primary carer leave
Continuous learning and growth - lunch and learns, professional development courses, financial study assistance, 5 days paid study leave, global career opportunities
Beautiful office overlooking the harbour, diverse and inclusive team, fresh fruit, barista coffee, morning tea celebrations, social events, and much more Ready to push the limits of what's possible?
We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions.
If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.
Applications are reviewed as they come in, and the role may close earlier than expected, so if this opportunity sounds like you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential, and we'll help you reach yours.
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