Airswift is proudly partnering with a leading Design & Construct (DNC) contractor renowned for delivering complex substation and transmission infrastructure across Australia. We’re currently seeking a Principal or Manager-level Primary Design Engineer to lead the design delivery of major high-voltage substation projects from their expanding Adelaide base. We are open to support the relocation of this Principal - Manager level engineer to come join their team in Adelaide.About the CompanyOur client supports Australia’s energy transition through the design and delivery of 66kV–500kV substations for utility, transmission, and renewable energy developers. With deep design and construction expertise, they deliver full lifecycle solutions from concept through commissioning. Their Adelaide hub is growing due to new wins across greenfield substation builds, augmentation projects, and grid-scale renewables.Key ResponsibilitiesLead end-to-end primary substation design, including layouts, clearances, earthing, and cable routingOversee creation and review of technical drawings, GAs, SLDs, and design packagesEnsure designs comply with AS/NZS 2067, AS/NZS 7000, AS/NZS 3000, and client-specific requirementsInterface with civil, structural, and secondary systems teams for seamless integrationSupport project execution with procurement, construction, and commissioning coordinationParticipate in constructability reviews, Safety in Design, and multidisciplinary workshopsProvide mentorship to junior engineers and contribute to strategic design process improvementTechnical SkillsAutoCAD / MicroStation – for substation layouts, schematics, and GA drawingsPowerFactory / ETAP / SKM Power Tools – for load flow, fault studies, and protection coordinationCDEGS – for earthing system modelling and touch/step potential complianceNavisworks / Revit – for 3D coordination and clash detection in BIM environmentsMS Office Suite – for technical reporting, scope documents, and presentationsBluebeam Revu – for drawing mark-ups, design reviews, and documentation controlDocument Management Systems – experience with Aconex, TeamBinder, or Procore preferredWhat You’ll BringDegree in Electrical Engineering10–20+ years’ experience in primary design of HV substations across EPC, utility, or DNC projectsStrong technical grounding in HV layouts, insulation coordination, equipment specs, and fault level assessmentsProven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and interface across project phasesWillingness to relocate to Adelaide with relocation support offeredWhat’s On OfferKey leadership role with a nationally respected DNC contractor$200,000 – $250,000 + Super, with flexibility for senior talentDiverse project portfolio including renewables integration and transmission upgradesRelocation support, flexible work options, and clear pathway to senior leadershipUnlock job insightsSalary match Number of applicants Skills matchYour application will include the following questions:Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? How many years' experience do you have as a design manager? Which of the following CAD software do you have experience with? What's your expected annual base salary? How much notice are you required to give your current employer? How many years' experience do you have as a Substation Engineer? How many years' experience do you have as an electrical engineer?To help fast track investigation, please include here any other relevant details that prompted you to report this job ad as fraudulent / misleading / discriminatory.Featured jobsSenior Design ManagerEnerven18d agoSubstation Design Engineer Primary Systems - Renewable Energy
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