VIC-Engineering-Manager role in Melbourne

In short

Our client is seeking an Engineering Design Manager to lead complex, multi-disciplinary design projects across high-voltage substations and utility-scale renewable energy developments in Melbourne, overseeing project delivery and stakeholder engagement.

Highlights

  • Lead full-cycle design delivery for high-voltage substation and renewable energy projects (solar, wind, BESS), providing technical oversight and ensuring compliance with Australian standards while managing budgets and contractual obligations.
  • Act as the primary contact for clients, utilities and internal teams; mentor and recruit engineers; champion health, safety, environmental and quality standards to foster a high-performance engineering culture.
  • Bring over 10 years of electrical design experience, including senior management roles, with strong leadership, communication and commercial acumen, and a track record in large-scale substation and renewable projects and grid connection processes.
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More about this VIC-Engineering-Manager  Role

Our client is a dynamic engineering consultancy at the forefront of integrating energy assets into the grid. With a strong commitment to excellence, they deliver end-to-end solutions for designing, building, commissioning, and operating energy projects in a competitive commercial landscape.

They are currently seeking an experienced Engineering Design Manager to lead the delivery of complex, multi-disciplinary design projects across high-voltage substations, utility-scale renewable energy developments (solar, wind, BESS), and associated infrastructure.

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Key Responsibilities

* Project Leadership: Oversee full-cycle design delivery from concept to IFC documentation.
* Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the primary contact for clients, utilities, OEMs, and internal teams.
* Technical Oversight: Provide guidance to design teams and ensure compliance with Australian standards.
* Commercial Management: Manage budgets, reporting, and contractual obligations.
* Team Development: Mentor engineers and support recruitment aligned with project needs.
* HSEQ Compliance: Champion health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.

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About You

Essential Qualifications & Experience:

* Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent).
* 10+ years in electrical design, with 3+ years in a senior/design management role.
* Proven experience in large-scale substation and renewable energy projects in Australia.
* Strong knowledge of grid connection processes and utility standards.

Desirable:

* RPEQ / RPEV / CPEng registration (or working toward it).
* Experience with major utilities like Powerlink or AusNet.

Key Attributes:

* Strong leadership and communication skills.
* Commercial acumen and project control expertise.
* High attention to detail and technical accuracy.
* Ability to manage competing priorities under pressure.

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Why Join?

This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in Australia’s energy transition. You’ll be part of a forward-thinking team driving sustainable solutions through cutting-edge engineering.

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Ready to lead the future of energy design?
Apply now or reach out for a confidential discussion.

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If you feel you would be suitable for this VIC-Engineering-Manager   role then please apply below and your specialist consultant Ben Jones-Hughes  will be in touch with you, alternatively, you can reach out the them directly by calling  0431 285 578

Location

This job is located in MelbourneVIC

Employment Type

Full-time

Salary information

The available salary for this role is Negotiable depending on experience

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