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Graduate Civil/Structural Engineer

Apd Global

The Role

Overview

Graduate civil/structural engineer designing high‑voltage transmission line projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • transmission design
  • structure modelling
  • design reports
  • proposal prep
  • team collaboration

Tasks

The Graduate Civil/Structural Engineer is responsible for supporting the successful delivery of high-quality design solutions for high voltage transmission line projects, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, and contributing to strategic planning and innovation. -Supporting the end-to-end design of Transmission Lines including modelling, design of structures, and foundations. -Drafting design reports -Assisting with the preparation of proposals -Modelling of structures using PLS-TOWER, PLS-POLE

Requirements

  • pls‑cadd
  • bachelor
  • transmission
  • analytical
  • communication
  • code knowledge

What You Bring

🔧 Graduate Civil/Structural Engineer Successful candidates will be required to complete a medical assessment and provide a police clearance. -Proficiency in PLS software (PLS-CADD, TOWER and POLE) beneficial -Bachelor Degree in Civil or Structural engineering (or equivalent) -Strong analytical, coordination, and communication skills, with a focus on quality and delivery -Excellent communication and interpersonal skills -1-2 years of transmission experience beneficial but not necessary -Self-motivated and keen to progress career -Concept and Detailed Design of Transmission Lines using PLS-CADD software -Familiarity with Australian and international codes and standards relevant to transmission infrastructure (e.g., AS/NZS 7000, ASCE 74, and ASCE 10)

Benefits

-Long-term career development and progression opportunities -A technically strong and collaborative project environment -Competitive remuneration package and flexible work arrangements where applicable -Access to industry-leading tools and technologies

The Company

About Apd Global

-The firm began as a bold venture in Australia, steadily charting a course through the world of complex infrastructure. -It has built a reputation by blending field teams and office-led design into a seamless, full-lifecycle delivery model. -Signature projects span solar farms, wind connections, HV substations, and telecommunications backhaul. -Global offices—from Sydney and Auckland to Singapore, Milan, and soon Rome—reflect an ambition rooted in local execution and global vision. -The firm has tackled standout challenges like EMF studies on substations, HV distribution upgrades at industrial plants, and owner’s engineering for solar mega-projects. -The company stands as a narrative of engineering ambition—shaping energy, telecom, and infrastructure landscapes through specialized integration.

Sector Specialisms

Power Systems Studies

Transmission Lines

Substations

Telecommunications

Protection

Control & Automation

Renewable Energy Connections

Mining and Engineering

Protection Panel Design and Installation

3D Design and Manufacturing

Construction/Management (EPC/M)

Power line engineering (LV/MV/HV)

Overhead assets, poles and wires

Underground substations

Kiosks

Interfacing

Reconductorings

Retro-undergrounding

Street lighting

Lattice tower and monopole structures

HV Substation design

Earthing design and field testing

Power Stations (diesel, gas, solar, wind)

HV Substations (11-500kV)

Powerlines (Transmission & Distribution)

MV/LV systems (switchboards, cables)

Security Clearance

-medical assessment required -police clearance required