Senior Engineer Secondary Systems

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We believe life's about possibilities. And so is the future. That's why we need you.

We're working at the heart of Queensland's energy industry to maintain a safe, reliable, and cost-effective transmission network.

Due to growth, we're currently building a new diverse team within our Major Projects Design Group. As a Senior Secondary Systems Engineer, you'll help us connect more than five million Queenslanders and 241,000 businesses to a world-class energy future. Your work with us is about every light turned on, every community connected, and every future made possible.

• Competitive salary starting from $226k % super (10-day fortnight)
• Permanent, full-time position based in Brisbane

We believe every employee deserves the opportunity to enjoy a work-life balance that enhances their overall wellbeing and performance through inclusive and supportive benefits.

• Flexible & hybrid working options
• Cultural leave for ceremonial or sorry business
• Other leave offerings (including 14 weeks paid parental leave – at full or half pay, plus additional leave purchasing)
• Free secure parking, with access to onsite charging stations for electric vehicles

As a Senior Secondary Systems Engineer, you'll play a pivotal role in driving the success of our projects as part of a multi-disciplinary design team. Your responsibilities will include providing technical leadership, coaching and mentoring design staff, supporting external design work, stakeholder engagement, fostering innovation, and delivering design work involving circuitry, protection, and control.

We're growing, and similar opportunities often arise across our Design Solutions teams. By applying, you'll be considered for this role and other similar roles that may suit your skills.

As part of our Design Solutions group, you'll join a team dedicated to delivering excellence in Major Projects Design, based between our Virginia and Bowen Hills locations. Our team is passionate, collaborative, innovative, and committed to doing the best for Powerlink and Queenslanders. We foster a culture of continuous learning and growth.

• A Degree in Electrical Engineering and RPEQ registration
• Significant technical leadership experience in Secondary Systems design
• Ability to manage resources, budgets, timeframes, and quality outcomes
• Strong knowledge of Australian and International Standards, legislation, and regulations
• Problem-solving skills and a drive to innovate beyond current standards

To start your career at Powerlink, apply by clicking the button above, attaching your resume and cover letter on our careers page before midnight on Sunday, August 31, 2025. Our recruitment team will review applications during this period. For more information or to discuss adjustment requirements, contact Kim at

We welcome applications regardless of sex, race, culture, sexual orientation, disability, or gender identity. We're committed to building employment opportunities for First Nations peoples and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Learn more about our Reconciliation and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives.

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Successful applicants will undergo pre-employment checks. We are committed to providing a positive candidate experience and will respond to all applicants promptly.

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