
Technical Director
2 weeks ago
At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.
Your impact
It's an exciting time to be part of the energy transition as our Energy & Power business continues to experience rapid growth across the APAC region, working with new and established clients to deliver the Energy Transition. From major renewable energy projects to high voltage direct current inter country interconnectors and offshore grids, we're integrating a multitude of these solution elements to build a cleaner and more resilient energy future.
Here's what you'll need
We're seeking a Technical Director for our Substations practice to work across the Asia Pacific region. This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape our technical future and deliver innovative solutions that provide superior value to our clients. As a Technical Director, you'll leverage your expertise to influence and guide various business activities, from strategy and growth to recruitment. You'll be empowered to introduce innovations and new working methods to enhance project delivery and support our clients. The key areas of focus will be
- Develop innovative, robust technical solutions for substation projects (11kV to 500kV).
- Provide technical leadership in sales processes, including proposals and bids.
- Advance our regional reputation in High Voltage Substation Design (specialising in one of the following Primary, Secondary or Protection).
- Ensure quality of technical outputs through leadership and management.
- Shape the direction of our technical practice with future focused insights.
- Collaborate with management on diversity, inclusion, succession planning, and mentoring initiatives.
What You Bring
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related discipline.
- Extensive experience in the industry, with a focus on market facing roles and a comprehensive understanding of Australian utilities.
- Established reputation (or ambition to become) an industry recognised technical specialist in substation engineering.
- Proficiency in Australian Standards for High Voltage substation design, covering 11kV to 500kV systems in your dedicated specialisation of one of the following Primary, Secondary or Protection
- Demonstrated ability to employ a highly consultative approach, coupled with exceptional customer engagement skills.
- Proven track record as a technical leader in Substation engineering, capable of designing innovative and industry leading solutions for clients.
With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we've gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximize your potential. You'll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits and opportunities, from well-being benefits to our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place. No matter what drives you, you'll discover how you can cultivate, nurture and achieve your goals – all at a single global company. Find out more about life at Jacobs here.
We aim to embed inclusion and belonging in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we're more connected and creative. We accept people for who they are, and we champion the richness of diverse perspectives, lived experiences and backgrounds in the workplace, as a source of learning and innovation. We are committed to building vibrant communities within Jacobs, including through our Jacobs Employee Networks, Communities of Practice and our Find Your Community initiatives, allowing every employee to find connection, purpose, and belonging. Find out more about our Jacobs Employee Networks here.
Our meticulously curated employee benefits support ALL employees throughout every stage of life. From paid parental leave to a lifetime financial allowance for you and your partner to access family forming Fertility & IVF treatment, adoption and surrogacy assistance along with menopause and Low T treatment.
We are steadfast in our commitment to the wellbeing of you and your loved ones with a comprehensive suite of wellbeing resources supporting you physically, emotionally and financially. This is demonstrated in our company being recognised by WGEA for 12 consecutive years as an employer of choice for gender equality along with our industry leading GOLD employer status by the Australian Workplace Equality Index.
Cultural Support
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged to apply. Jacobs aims to provide cultural safety at our interviews. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are invited to nominate a cultural representative to participate on the interview panel; please let your recruiter know in your application. No matter what drives you, you'll discover a way to cultivate, nurture and achieve your goals – all at a single global company.
We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.
Your application experience is important to us, and we're keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.
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