High Voltage Transmission Engineer

1 month ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia TransGrid Full time

At TransGrid, we are committed to leading Australia's clean energy transition. As a High Voltage Transmission Engineer - Design Leadership Role, you will play a critical part in shaping the future of our energy supply.

Company Overview

We are a leading energy transmission company dedicated to delivering the Federal and State Government's vision for a clean energy future. Our major projects are a priority for Governments and for the nation, and we are seeking a highly skilled engineer to lead our design activities associated with high-voltage transmission line projects.

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to be part of an organisation that is transforming the energy supply for millions of Australians. We are building the transmission super-highway which will connect new renewable generation to the grid and enable greater sharing between NSW, ACT, Victoria, South Australia and Queensland.

Job Description

The High Voltage Transmission Engineer - Design Leadership Role is responsible for developing and applying international best practice design policies and practices in the design of TransGrid's high-voltage network. This position provides specialist expertise, technical advice, reports, drawings, specifications, and design standards for use within TransGrid and by external contractors for design, construction and asset management.

The role requires high level business acumen, insight, and agility to respond to competitive pressures and to hand over complete, accurate, appropriate, and affordable projects for delivery. The position reports to Engineering Manager-Major Projects and coaches and mentors more junior staff.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Leading the development and maintenance of Transmission line design criteria and standard designs
  • Developing processes for design delivery
  • Managing the Preparation and Review of Transmission line designs
  • Planning and managing all design deliverables in conjunction with other design groups
  • Preparing action plans; assigning priorities to tasks and estimating costs in accordance with TransGrid policies and procedures
Required Skills and Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • A degree qualification in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
  • Extensive solid demonstrated experience in the functional design areas of transmission lines 132 kV and above
  • Working knowledge of appropriate Australian (AS7000), International Standards and Codes of Practice relevant to transmission line design
  • Knowledge and understanding of National Electricity Rules relevant legislation, policies and procedures applicable to the preparation of designs and specifications
Benefits

In return for your hard work, we offer:

  • A competitive salary of around $150,000 per annum
  • A motor vehicle lease plan
  • Career development support
  • Study assistance program
  • Workplace flexibility
Other Information

Transgrid is committed to Health and Safety, the Environment, Equal Employment Opportunity, Diversity and Ethical Practices. All applicants are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to these areas.

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