Overview
* Lead major HV design and protection work on impactful engineering projects.
* Join a supportive team with real career growth and a 9‑day fortnight.
About Our Client
Our client is a Brisbane‑based engineering and project delivery consultancy specialising in high‑ and low‑voltage power system analysis, design, commissioning, energisation and auditing. They support industries including power generation, mining, renewables, oil & gas, utilities, water and manufacturing, delivering practical, technically robust solutions to complex HV challenges. Their team consists of highly accredited engineers known for being experienced, responsive, and specialised, with a strong reputation for quality, safety, and innovative engineering.
Job Description
* Lead and deliver complex high‑voltage engineering and design across multiple projects.
* Undertake hands‑on HV primary plant design, protection engineering, earthing, and power system studies.
* Produce and review calculations, specifications, drawings, reports, and technical documentation.
* Provide technical authority, structured review, and sign‑off of engineering deliverables.
* Ensure compliance with relevant standards, legislation, network requirements, and internal QA systems.
* Engage with clients, network service providers, and subcontractors to resolve technical matters.
* Support project planning, risk identification, and design coordination across multidisciplinary teams.
* Mentor and coach junior engineers to strengthen HV capability within the team.
* Contribute to internal tools, templates, design standards, and continuous improvement initiatives.
* Support tenders and provide technical input into scopes and proposals.
The Successful Applicant
* Degree‑qualified Electrical Engineer with extensive high‑voltage experience.
* Ideally 15+ years industry experience, including 10+ years in protection and power system detailed design.
* Strong capability across both primary HV design and secondary/protection engineering.
* Proficient with ETAP, PTW/SKM, DIgSILENT, SafeGrid, Cymcap, or similar power system software.
* Proven ability to deliver and technically review complex HV engineering projects.
* Strong analytical skills and deep understanding of HV standards and engineering methodologies.
* Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
* Confident mentoring juniors and contributing to a high‑performing engineering team.
* Values technical integrity, practical engineering solutions, and high‑quality outcomes.
* Able to operate independently while contributing to a collaborative team culture.
What's on Offer
* A 9‑day fortnight with every second Friday off, supporting genuine work-life balance.
* A collaborative, friendly engineering team that values knowledge‑sharing and practical problem‑solving.
* Hands‑on involvement across the full lifecycle of HV projects - from design through to commissioning.
* Strong technical exposure in both primary and secondary HV design, offering career‑defining project experience.
* Opportunities to mentor junior engineers and shape internal design standards.
* Flexible hours and a modern, well‑located office environment.
* The chance to work closely with highly experienced HV engineers and accelerate your professional growth.
* Meaningful, technically challenging projects across renewables, mining, utilities and heavy industry.
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