Lead Primary High Voltage Engineer

3 weeks ago


Sydney, New South Wales, Australia SNC Lavalin Full time

We're a world-leading design, engineering and project management organisation. Our team of experts connects people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems.

We design and deliver major projects on the built and natural environments all around the world. Our goal is to make sure that every single person feels included and has an equal voice – and that we're sensitive to your individual needs and ambitions.

We're looking for a skilled Lead Primary HV Engineer to join our team in Sydney. As a key member of our power transmission lines and substations design group, you will be responsible for delivering challenging projects across Australia.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Leading and delivering from concept to detailed design of HV substation primary systems up to 500kV.
  • Preparing and reviewing design reports and power system calculations.
  • Site visits, assessment surveys, and defining the scope of work for our clients.
  • Developing specifications for procurement packages.
  • Leading and managing design & safety in design workshops with clients.
  • Attending/witnessing Type tests and FATs for major HV equipment.
  • Understanding the critical technical aspects of projects, implementation, and integration for complex systems.
  • Assisting in the preparation of budget estimates.
  • Managing parts of larger projects independently.
  • Interfacing directly with other interdisciplinary engineers/clients/suppliers on projects.
  • Leading & managing a team of engineers & designers as team leader and mentor.

Desired Skills, Experience and Capabilities

We value that each of our team members brings something different to our organisation. We look for people who have had a broad range of experiences in their careers.

You should have:

  • Relevant experience in HV substation designs at transmission voltage levels.
  • Conversant with the transmission and distribution industry, standards, and codes in Australia and/or design experience with electrical utilities in Australia.
  • Skilled/ or able to learn software packages e.g. ETAP, CYMCAP, CDEGS, DigSILENT, or like is considered advantageous.
  • Site support experience/ experience in HV Substations projects being constructed and/or commissioned.
  • University degree in Electrical/Power Systems Engineering (Masters preferred). Chartership desired.

We're not all the same and that's our greatest strength. Join us in APAC and you join over 5000 people from a multitude of different cultures and abilities. Our goal is to make sure that every single person feels included and has an equal voice – and that we're sensitive to your individual needs and ambitions.

You won't just experience these values inside the business, you'll also inspire the world around you – through more inclusive, accessible and sustainable design. We're creating a better future and you can help make it happen. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.



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