* Lead the delivery of major substation and energy infrastructure projects across the APAC region.
* Drive primary and secondary substation design to deliver safe, reliable, and compliant high‐voltage solutions.
* Create efficient, utility‐aligned substation designs by simplifying complexity and meeting evolving grid needs.
Multiple Locations Available: WA | NSW | NZ
Harry Maxwell has been engaged by a leading engineering consultancy delivering end‐to‐end services across Generation, Transmission, and Distribution networks, with specialist capability in Project Management, Construction Support, and technical advisory services, and deep expertise in high‐voltage substation design and delivery.
We are looking for a Substation Engineer with strong primary and secondary design capability to deliver safe, compliant, and utility‐aligned substation solutions across the APAC region, contributing technical depth and practical engineering judgement to complex HV projects.
The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in high‐voltage substation engineering, with strong proficiency in primary plant design, protection and control systems, and the ability to translate complex technical requirements into clear, buildable, and cost‐effective solutions that support high‐quality project delivery.
About the role:
* Lead and contribute to the design of primary and secondary substation systems, including HV equipment layouts, earthing, protection, and control schemes
* Develop and review single‐line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, equipment specifications, and design reports
* Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams across civil, structural, protection, SCADA, and transmission line disciplines to ensure integrated project delivery
* Ensure all designs comply with relevant utility standards, Australian standards (AS 2067, AS/NZS 3000, AS 7000 where applicable), IEC/IEEE standards, and project‐specific requirements
* Support feasibility studies, concept designs, detailed designs, and construction‐phase engineering queries
* Engage with clients, utilities, and stakeholders to clarify requirements, present design solutions, and support project approvals.
* Contribute to cost‐effective, safe, and utility‐aligned substation solutions by identifying design efficiencies and simplifying technical complexity
* Participate in quality assurance processes, design reviews, and risk assessments
Key Requirements:
* Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
* Minimum 5 years of proven experience in HV/MV substation design (primary, secondary, or both
* Strong understanding of protection systems, control systems, SCADA, and HV equipment
* Proficiency with relevant design tools (e.g., AutoCAD, MicroStation, EPLAN, DigSILENT/ETAP for secondary studies, CDEGS for earthing — depending on your preference)
* Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders
* Experience delivering projects in consultancy, EPC, or utility environments is highly regarded
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