Senior Engineer Electrical | Protection at Downer in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia | Kablio

Role

Description

Requirements

hv substations

10+ years

psse

iec 61850

chartered

leadership

The Opportunity We are seeking a Senior or Principal Engineer to join our Substation Secondary, Protection & Automation Engineering Team in our Adelaide office. Working alongside fellow engineers you will be accountable for interpreting engineering scopes and producing deliverables in accordance with Client, Australian and International standards as applicable. You will have proven leadership experience working in teams and you will have expert knowledge in the design and testing of High Voltage (11 kV - 500 kV) substation protection systems as well as a good knowledge and understanding of schematics, panel layouts and substation automation. Finally, you will possess a pro-active approach to design and a positive team attitude. We are seeking someone with

Good knowledge of the design and layout of HV substations and the major components which comprise HV transmission and distribution networks
Worked as an electrical engineer in power systems for over 10 years
Expert technical skills in reading and designing Substation Protection SLDs and Protection Logic Diagrams.
Experience in running network modelling software such as PSSE, Power Factory, ETAP and SKM Power Tools and understanding the output of such application packages.
Experience in the design, development, implementation and testing of IEC 61850-based system SCL including SSD, SCD, ICD, CID, IID, GOOSE, SV and MMS
Experience with protection relay configuration software such as, SEL Grid Configurator and acSELerator QuickSet, EnerVista UR Setup, MiCOM S1 Agile, DIGSI 5
Engineering accreditation or eligible for accreditation as Chartered and RPEQ
Tertiary Qualification in Electrical Engineering
Expert Technical skills and knowledge in the calculation of protection settings for such systems as well as the creation of protection configuration files and bench testing (Proof of Concept testing) the associated IEDs

Benefits

Opportunities to work on high-impact energy projects across Australia
A supportive and inclusive team culture
Flexible working arrangements (minimum 3 days in office per week)
Access to professional development and leadership pathways

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

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

Articles

Downer Group Wikipedia

Downer Careers

Downer Investor Presentation

Role

Description

Requirements

hv substations

10+ years

psse

iec 61850

chartered

leadership

Good knowledge of the design and layout of HV substations and the major components which comprise HV transmission and distribution networks
Worked as an electrical engineer in power systems for over 10 years
Expert technical skills in reading and designing Substation Protection SLDs and Protection Logic Diagrams.
Experience in running network modelling software such as PSSE, Power Factory, ETAP and SKM Power Tools and understanding the output of such application packages.
Experience in the design, development, implementation and testing of IEC 61850-based system SCL including SSD, SCD, ICD, CID, IID, GOOSE, SV and MMS
Experience with protection relay configuration software such as, SEL Grid Configurator and acSELerator QuickSet, EnerVista UR Setup, MiCOM S1 Agile, DIGSI 5
Engineering accreditation or eligible for accreditation as Chartered and RPEQ
Tertiary Qualification in Electrical Engineering
Expert Technical skills and knowledge in the calculation of protection settings for such systems as well as the creation of protection configuration files and bench testing (Proof of Concept testing) the associated IEDs

Benefits

Opportunities to work on high-impact energy projects across Australia
A supportive and inclusive team culture
Flexible working arrangements (minimum 3 days in office per week)
Access to professional development and leadership pathways

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

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

Articles

Downer Group Wikipedia

Downer Careers

Downer Investor Presentation