High-Voltage Design Specialist

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Electrical & Instrument Engineer to join our dynamic teams in Sydney or Brisbane.

This role involves designing high-voltage and low-voltage distribution substations, incorporating protection systems and earthing solutions. You will perform detailed electrical studies, including short circuit analysis, load flow, protection grading, power factor correction, harmonic analysis, transformer sizing, and arc flash assessments.

You will develop site electrical distribution systems, covering switchroom layouts, switchboard designs, cable routing, motor starters, UPS systems, generators, and transformers. You will deliver compliant electrical designs for hazardous areas, ensuring adherence to safety and regulatory standards.

You will participate in equipment specification, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), and commissioning activities. You will apply senior-level expertise in electrical consulting and design, contributing effectively within multidisciplinary teams.

• Design high-voltage and low-voltage distribution substations, incorporating protection systems and earthing solutions.
• Perform detailed electrical studies, including short circuit analysis, load flow, protection grading, power factor correction, harmonic analysis, transformer sizing, and arc flash assessments.
• Develop site electrical distribution systems, covering switchroom layouts, switchboard designs, cable routing, motor starters, UPS systems, generators, and transformers.
• Deliver compliant electrical designs for hazardous areas, ensuring adherence to safety and regulatory standards.

• Degree in Electrical Engineering (Engineers Australia accredited) or related field.
• Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) or working towards it.
• Strong experience in Electrical engineering, including complex project execution and innovative problem-solving.
• Skilled in detailed design and capable of reviewing and approving work.
• Proficient in Electrical software, with mentoring ability.

• A competitive salary package, and a range of benefits designed to support your career growth and well-being.
• Flexible & hybrid work arrangements – Achieve work-life balance with adaptable conditions.
• Diverse industry exposure – Work across procurement, construction, and various sectors.
• National travel opportunities – Support our Australian Defence contracts at their bases.
• Inclusive & supportive team – Be mentored by experienced professionals invested in your development.
• Career progression – Access internal opportunities within Ventia's broader business.
• Exclusive employee benefits – Enjoy corporate travel discounts, novated leases, private health discounts, and more.
• Health & wellness initiatives – Benefit from programs such as Ventia's Healthy Minds and Healthy Bodies, access to EAP services and Fitness passport.

Ventia is a leading infrastructure services company, operating across Australia and New Zealand. Our clients are the owners and operators of assets that are critical to our local communities. We pride ourselves on working smart, safely and sustainably, harnessing the latest technologies and brightest minds.

Ventia Engineering Services is a specialist multi-disciplinary consultancy with over 50 years of local expertise. We support clients across power utilities, solar & hydrogen, oil & gas, mining, water, and infrastructure in both public and private sectors.With strong growth driven by recent project success and increasing client demand, now is the perfect time to join our expanding team and contribute to innovative electrical design solutions.

Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.