Senior Design Engineer - Overhead

Furthermore, this position is responsible for technical development and leadership of the Project Development and Distribution Design team and implementation of appropriate policies and procedures with regards to distribution and sub-transmission assets.

As part of a broader team, this role is responsible for the delivery of timely, cost effective and quality design related services through innovation, good design practice and a professional attitude towards delivering excellent customer service.

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Design Engineer to join our team. In this role you will be responsible for the provision of engineering expertise and leadership, scoping, design, estimating of distribution and sub transmission projects for internal and external Network Services clients.

• Actively support and implement new or modified processes and systems
• Provide technical expertise and mentoring to design personnel in elements of Design and Design Management.
• Provide effective design management to deliver projects of large complexity within agreed time frames, quality and cost constraints
• Prepare detailed construction plans for Distribution and Sub Transmission Design projects and maintain system records in accordance with appropriate standards and customer requirements
• Provide effective engineering design and advice in relation to the design of overhead lines, underground lines, and transmission lines to agreed standards, and in accordance with the relevant technical manuals, OH&S Act, ‘Safety in Design’ guidelines and customer requirements
• Assist with the development of design standards & policy in accordance with organisational, regulatory, and statutory requirements

• Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical)
• High level experience in customer and stakeholder negotiation
• Currently holds an Engineering Registration (NER)
• Detailed knowledge and experience in Distribution and Sub Transmission Design principles and procedures.
• Knowledge of GIS, AutoCAD design (or equivalent), electrical networks, operation, and construction plan
• Proven ability of developing and applying new technology/innovations
• Understanding of Safety in Design practices
• Effective communication skills
• Proven ability to apply project Design Management principles

We believe in an inclusive, welcoming workplace where everyone feels safe, valued and respected. From offering great benefits to creating real opportunities for growth, we’re committed to supporting you, your career and wellbeing. It’s why our people stick around, whether you live in the city or across regional and rural Victoria, we’re doing the work where it matters most - right in your own community.

Understand how our benefits can support you. We offer a health and wellbeing subsidy (up to $600 per year), paid parental leave of up to 15 weeks for the primary carer, and more.