Primary Engineer role in Sydney

Electrical Design Engineer – Primary

Overview

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Electrical Design Engineer – Primary to join our dynamic engineering team. This full-time position is based in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, or Perth, providing an exciting opportunity to deliver technical designs for primary electrical systems across a range of major infrastructure projects in Transmission & Distribution (T&D)

. These include substations (MV/HV/EHV), solar farms, wind farms, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), and transmission systems (overhead lines and underground).

As an Electrical Design Engineer – Primary, you will contribute to the development of safe, compliant, and optimized designs for high-voltage equipment, substation layouts, and system integration. Working collaboratively within the team, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality outcomes, with opportunities to grow your skills and expertise in the field of renewable energy and large-scale infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

Primary Electrical Design Development

• Develop designs for primary systems, including substation layouts, high-voltage equipment, busbar configurations, earthing systems, and lightning protection.
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards such as AS 2067, IEC 60076, and AS 62271.

Design Delivery & Coordination

• Prepare and deliver design outputs at various project stages: 30% (Preliminary Design), 60% (Developed Design), 80% (Detailed Design), and IFC (Issued for Construction).
• Collaborate with secondary (protection & control), civil, structural, and SCADA disciplines to ensure design alignment across all areas.

Design Assurance & Quality Compliance

• Follow design control processes aligned with ISO 9001 standards.
• Participate in design reviews and ensure deliverables meet quality standards prior to issue.

Technical Studies & Validation

• Support load flow and fault level analyses, insulation coordination studies, and earthing studies, contributing to the validation of equipment ratings and system configurations.

Safety & Risk Management

• Identify potential high-voltage hazards, clearance risks, and constructability issues.
• Contribute to Safety in Design (SiD) workshops and maintain awareness of design-related risks.

Procurement & Technical Support

• Assist in the preparation of equipment specifications, datasheets, and technical schedules.
• Support the evaluation of vendor submissions and assist with Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT).

Construction & Commissioning Support

• Provide technical input during construction, installation, and commissioning phases.
• Respond to RFIs and assist in the development of as-built documentation.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Support senior team members in communicating with clients, Owner’s Engineers, NSPs/TNSPs, and other stakeholders.
• Assist with technical meetings and design discussions.

Qualifications

Mandatory

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 3–8 years of experience in primary electrical design.
• Demonstrated experience in substations (MV/HV/EHV) and renewable energy projects (solar, wind, BESS).

Desirable

• RPEQ or relevant certification, or eligibility to obtain.
• Familiarity with NSP/TNSP standards and connection processes.
• Experience in EPC/EPCM or Owner’s Engineer roles.

Day-to-Day

• Develop and contribute to the design of primary electrical systems for various energy and infrastructure projects.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure designs are integrated effectively.
• Assist with technical studies, design validations, and compliance checks.
• Provide support during procurement, construction, and commissioning phases.
• Engage with senior engineers and stakeholders to deliver successful project outcomes.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge renewable energy and major Transmission & Distribution (T&D) projects.
• Mentorship to support your professional development and career progression.
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
• Access to ongoing training and development programs.

If you are looking to advance your career as an Electrical Design Engineer while contributing to innovative and sustainable energy solutions, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join us in shaping the future of energy and infrastructure!

Apply now to take the next step in your engineering career.