Downer
Leading provider of integrated services across Australia and New Zealand, delivering infrastructure solutions.
17 hours ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
Office Full-Time
Company Size
50,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Sector Specialisms
Description
Requirements
electrical eng
10+ yrs
chartered rpeq
hv substation
iec61850
psse
We are seeking a Senior or Principal Engineer to join our Substation Secondary, Protection & Automation Engineering Team in Adelaide. Working alongside fellow engineers, you will be accountable for interpreting engineering scopes and producing deliverables in line with client, Australian and international standards. You will bring proven leadership experience, expert knowledge in design and testing of high‑voltage (11 kV–500 kV) substation protection systems, and a proactive, positive team attitude.
The role requires a tertiary qualification in electrical engineering and at least ten years of power‑systems experience. Candidates must be eligible for Chartered and RPEQ accreditation and possess deep knowledge of HV substation design, protection schematics, logic diagrams and setting calculations, as well as IEC 61850 SCL development and testing.
- Tertiary qualification in Electrical Engineering.
- Over 10 years of electrical engineering experience in power systems.
- Eligibility for Chartered and RPEQ accreditation.
- Expertise in HV substation design, layout, and major transmission/distribution components.
- Proficient in creating and interpreting Substation Protection SLDs and Protection Logic Diagrams.
- Skilled in calculating protection settings and generating configuration files for IEDs, including bench testing.
- Experience with IEC 61850 SCL development (SSD, SCD, ICD, CID, IID, GOOSE, SV, MMS).
- Proficiency in network modelling tools such as PSSE, PowerFactory, ETAP, and SKM Power Tools.
- Familiarity with protection relay configuration software (SEL Grid Configurator, acSELerator QuickSet, EnerVista UR Setup, MiCOM S1 Agile, DIGSI 5).
Benefits
We offer a supportive and inclusive culture, flexible working (minimum three days in the office per week), opportunities on high‑impact energy projects across Australia, a commitment to zero harm and continuous improvement, and clear pathways for professional development and leadership.
Training + Development
Interview process
Visa Sponsorship
Security clearance
Overview
Since 1933
Year Established
The company has a longstanding legacy of providing essential infrastructure services.
- specializes in delivering integrated services across multiple sectors, including infrastructure, energy, and utilities.
- supports both private and public sectors with a diverse portfolio spanning construction, maintenance, and operations.
- undertakes large-scale projects such as road construction, rail, energy, and water infrastructure.
- has an expansive footprint in Australia and New Zealand, deeply involved in supporting national and regional development.
- notable projects include urban transport systems, renewable energy installations, and vital utilities services.
- has a strong focus on innovation, utilizing the latest technology to deliver efficient and sustainable solutions.
Culture + Values
- The Downer Difference: commitment to build a high-performance organisation
- We own the outcomes: accountability, high standards, efficiency and continuous improvement
- We do it for our customers: customer-centric perspective, win-win outcomes, going above and beyond
- We stand for each other: mutual respect, safety, trust, resilience, speaking up
Environment + Sustainability
50% reduction
Scope 1 & 2 emissions target
The company aims to achieve a 50% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2032 compared to a 2020 baseline.
1.5°C pathway
Climate alignment target
The company is aligned with a 1.5°C climate pathway, ensuring its operations are in line with global efforts to mitigate climate change.
2024 climate disclosure
Aotearoa NZ Climate Standards compliance
The company will begin disclosing its climate performance in accordance with Aotearoa NZ Climate Standards from 2024.
- Scope 3 emissions target under review
- Board oversight via multiple committees; monthly reporting includes GHG performance and decarbonisation progress
Inclusion & Diversity
40% Workforce Target
Gender Balance Goals
Targets to achieve 40% women in the workforce, 25% in management, 28% in executive roles, and 40% on the Board by 2026.
34% Women in Workforce
FY21 Representation
In FY21, the workforce was 34% female, with women holding 17% of management roles, 25% of executive positions, and 33% of Board seats.
- Own Different campaign: celebrate and empower 26,000+ unique individuals
- Inclusion & Belonging Strategy & Action Plan 2022–2024; Steering Committees and training programs embedded
- Specific focus on gender balance in trades, middle and senior management
- EmpowHER women's network; StandOut Global LGBTQIA+ network; Pride Pledge commitment
- Māori leadership programmes (Te Ara Whanake, Wāhine Toa), Māori cultural awareness training