Lead HV Design Engineer
We are seeking an experienced Lead HV Design Engineer to join our Power team. As a key member of our dynamic, collaborative, and engaging team, you will be responsible for leading the technical delivery of Primary/HV projects from feasibility, concept designs, detail designs, and owner's engineer.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in HV/EHV substations design, with experience in the use of engineering software and understanding of design and its impact on construction. You will also have excellent communication skills, being able to explain complex issues to a range of stakeholders (internal and external).
Responsibilities:
* Lead the technical delivery of Primary/HV projects from feasibility, concept designs, detail designs, and owner's engineer.
* Develop, mentor, and lead junior engineers.
* Lead the primary design of high voltage substations and other related infrastructure.
* Work in collaboration with engineering and project teams to deliver timely and accurate documentation and reports.
* Lead teams of engineers to undertake larger packages of work, including training and mentoring junior staff.
* Provide Concept and Detailed design and review of specifications, drawings, etc.
* Maintain expected current design standards as set by legislative requirements.
* Carry out quality checks and procedures.
* Draw upon your own technical expertise, and those of the broader team to deliver high-quality technical advice to clients.
* Contribute in a team environment and drive delivery excellence across the Power team.
* Play a supporting role and contribute to strategic bids and tenders in future energy across ANZ and support cross business line activities.
This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled and experienced engineer to join our Power team and contribute to the growth and success of our business.
Requirements:
* Relevant tertiary qualifications in Electrical Engineering.
* Understanding of a range of engineering disciplines and experience in electricity transmission, distribution, and traction power projects.
* Experience within substation primary engineering position across HV/EHV substations design (up to 500kV ideally).
* Experience in the use of engineering software in the design.
* Understanding of design and how it impacts on construction.
* Be organised, adaptable and able to think outside the box.
* Have well-developed interpersonal skills and manage stakeholder relationships being an excellent communicator; able to explain complex issues to a range of stakeholders (internal and external).
* Be results-oriented with a good technical engineering basis in either transmission, distribution, or rail traction power and managing project delivery.
What We Offer:
A career with us will provide you with:
* Flexibility & Wellbeing: We recognise that achieving a work-life balance is unique to everyone. Enjoy flexible working options to manage your personal and family priorities, along with dedicated leave for wellbeing and community engagement.
* Belonging & Ownership: Join a diverse and inclusive team where collaboration and creativity thrive, and you can bring your whole self to work.
* Career Growth & Development: Your growth is our priority Benefit from continuous learning and professional development through our company training programs and support for professional accreditation, including pathways to Chartership with Engineers Australia.
* Beca prides itself on supporting a diverse and inclusive culture – open to inputs from creative people of all genders, ethnicity, identity, thought, and experiences.