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Design Manager – Electrical (HV Transmission)
Location: Perth or Adelaide (Hybrid working available)
Salary: Up to $250,000 package (all inclusive)
Category: Engineering – Electrical / Power Systems
Lead the Electrical Design for Australia's Most Critical Energy Projects
An exciting opportunity exists for a Design Manager – Electrical (HV Transmission) to oversee the design and delivery of major high-voltage power infrastructure across Australia. You'll join a nationally recognised engineering consultancy with deep expertise in the power, utilities, and renewable energy sectors, and play a key leadership role in the development of the transmission grid of the future.
With a strong pipeline of projects and a technically elite engineering team behind you, this role offers both complexity and career progression.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage and coordinate the design delivery of HV electrical transmission projects (330kV to 500kV)
* Oversee designs for primary and secondary systems, including protection, control, earthing, and HV layout
* Lead and mentor a team of engineers and drafters across multiple project phases
* Ensure technical compliance with relevant Australian and international standards
* Collaborate with clients, contractors, and project managers to drive on-time, high-quality outcomes
* Provide technical governance, review, and sign-off on design documentation
* Support business development and project planning through design scoping and estimation
About You
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent)
10+ years' experience in HV transmission electrical design (preferably substations or overhead lines)
Deep knowledge of Australian electrical standards and utility design practices
Strong capability across primary, secondary, and protection/control design
Experience leading design teams or acting in a lead engineer capacity
CPEng or NER accreditation (or working toward)
Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills
What's On Offer
Secure role with long-term project pipeline across Australia
Flexibility: hybrid working and family-friendly policies
Technical autonomy within a high-performing team
Clear pathway to discipline leadership and director-level roles
Join a fast-growing firm delivering Australia's energy transition
Be a key part of powering Australia's energy future.
This role is ideal for a Senior/Lead Electrical Engineer ready to step into a strategic leadership role in major HV projects.
At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background
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