Design Substations for a High-Voltage Future

21 hours ago


Sydney, New South Wales, Australia beBeeElectricalEngineering Full time $100,000 - $150,000
Electrical Design Engineer Role Overview

We are seeking a skilled Electrical Design Engineer to play a pivotal role in the conceptualization, design, and development of electrical substation projects up to 500kV. As part of our team, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless project execution, adherence to highest standards of quality and safety, and timely delivery within scope.

Main Responsibilities
  • Create primary engineering designs for electrical substation projects up to 500kV
  • Identify relevant standards, local customer requirements, and ensure compliance with National/International Standards and contract specifications
  • Develop diverse solutions as part of the design optimization process
  • Coordinate interference checker and resolve clashes
  • Prepare substation design calculations, including earthing design, busbar sizing, SC force calculations, lightning protection, and cable sizing
  • Define primary design subsystems and bills of material
  • Ensure designs are safe and adhere to required electrical clearances
  • Directly responsible for substation outdoor physical design, including general substation arrangement and layout, plan and elevation drawings, transformer/reactor yards design, and layouts for high-voltage bus, cable, and wiring
Requirements and Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field
  • At least 3 years of relevant experience in Foundations, preferably in Substations
  • Problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Geotechnical interpretation
  • Strong knowledge of latest local standards & IEC/IEEE/ANSI standards
  • Proficiency with various software tools, such as AutoCAD and ETAP
About the Opportunity

We value diversity, inclusivity, and equal opportunities. If you believe you have the capabilities to excel in this role, we would love to hear from you.



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