Substation Design Engineering – Primary Design

The Primary Design Engineer plays a critical role in providing specialised engineering expertise, particularly in the design of substations, terminal stations and other station projects. This includes contributing to project scoping, cost estimations, and technical evaluations to ensure robust and efficient design solutions.

Working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, the Primary Design Engineer is accountable for delivering high-quality, cost-effective, and timely design services. Success in this role is driven by a commitment to innovative thinking, adherence to sound engineering principles, and a proactive yet pragmatic approach to delivering professional customer service excellence.

• Assist in field investigations, as required
• Provide effective engineering design and advice in relation to the primary design elements for areas such as but not limited to electrical substation designs up to 220kV, earthing, lighting and cable design, to agreed standards, and in accordance with the relevant technical manuals, OH&S Act, ‘Safety in Design’ guidelines and customer requirements
• Ensure design works are compliance with internal and external standards
• Actively support and implement new or modified processes and systems
• Verify designs produced by others for applicability, as well as manufacturer supplied drawings, in accordance with agreed standards, ‘Safety in Design’ guidelines and company requirements
• Collaborate with other design groups to effectively deliver design to scope, timeframes and cost
• Assist with the development of design standards & policies in accordance with organisational, regulatory and statutory requirements
• Perform design calculations, analysis and prepare reports

• Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland (RPEQ) is advantageous
• Detailed knowledge of principles and concepts associated with the design of distribution, and sub transmission substations in accordance with AS 2067
• Knowledge of other electrical design software such as CYMCAP, CDEGS would be advantageous.
• Registered Professional Engineer of Victoria (RPEV) is advantageous
• Eligible and working towards one of the following (or already registered): National Engineering Registration (NER) and Registered Professional Engineer of Professional Australia (RPEng)
• Eligible and working towards being registered with the Business Licensing Authority (BLA)
• Understanding of Safety in Design practices
• Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical)
• Strong knowledge in using AutoCAD (or equivalent), GIS, electrical networks, operation, and construction plan

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. As Victorians electrify everything from homes to transport, we’re focused on ensuring our networks are ready to meet that demand.

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.