Senior Engineer

1 week ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Consolidated Power Projects Australia Pty Ltd Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year
  • Full-time, permanent position
  • Based in our Adelaide, Doncaster or Dandenong Office - Relocation assistance and remote working options available for those interstate
  • An industry leader specialising in design, construction and commissioning

Who Are CPP?

CPP is a leading high-voltage infrastructure provider, connecting renewable energy projects to Australia's electricity grid.

As a member of Quanta Services, a Fortune 200 company, we specialise in the design, construction, commissioning, and maintenance of substations, transmission lines, wind farms, and battery storage systems.

Established in 1996, we've connected more wind farms and renewable batteries than any other company. With over 700 employees and offices in Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane, we partner with Australia's major transmission providers to deliver innovative, end-to-end solutions.

Join us in shaping the future of energy.

Design & Engineering

CPP has the largest in-house design and engineering team of any contractor in Australia, with over 170 specialists across Electrical Primary and Secondary, Civil, Structural, and SCADA disciplines. We provide end-to-end engineering solutions for high-voltage infrastructure, from nationally significant transmission projects, HV substations, wind farms and battery storage systems that drive Australia's renewable energy transition.

Our engineers work closely with construction and operations teams, ensuring designs are practical, constructible, and continually refined through real-world feedback. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, we deliver solutions that support a stable, reliable, and sustainable energy future.

The Opportunity

As a Senior Primary Engineer at CPP, you will play a key role in delivering high-voltage substation projects that support the growth of Australia's renewable energy and utility sectors. Your expertise will contribute to the successful execution of complex, large-scale infrastructure projects across the country, ensuring high-quality, technically sound primary electrical designs from concept through to construction support.

We are looking for candidates with proven experience in producing (not only reviewing) detailed engineering studies in a minimum of one of the following areas:

  • System Studies, including Load Flow, Short Circuit, Arc Flash and Low Voltage Protection Coordination
  • Earthing System Designs, EMF and LFI Designs
  • Insulation Coordination Studies
  • High Voltage cable sizing

In addition to the above you should also have a solid foundation in a range of primary design engineering skills, including but not limited to:

  • Conductor and busbar sizing
  • Short Circuit Forces
  • Lightning protection
  • Lighting studies
  • Understanding of substation equipment layouts
  • Preparing high voltage equipment specifications

About You

To be successful in this role, you will possess:

  • Tertiary qualifications in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering or equivalent
  • Demonstrated experience performing in a similar role in the HV electrical industry
  • Expertise in substation design
  • Hands on experience in either Arc Flash, Insulation Coordination Studies or Earthing
  • Power system study experience (not reviewing) including lightning, lighting, short circuit, load flow etc

Be rewarded at CPP.

At CPP, we value our people above all else. We're dedicated to investing in and developing your talent to help you reach your full potential. By joining us, you'll have the opportunity to work on industry-leading projects and access the latest technologies. We foster a culture of innovation and welcome fresh ideas – if you're ready to challenge the status quo, we want you to be part of our team.

Benefits include:

  • Above-market salary package with annual reviews
  • Annual bonus, discretionary based on individual and business performance
  • Access to study assistance for continuous development, and a strong focus on internal promotions to help you grow within
  • 14 weeks paid primary carer's leave & 4 weeks paid secondary carer's leave
  • Up to 2 weeks of purchased leave
  • Generous employee referral program up to $4,000
  • Access to an extensive benefits and discounts program with savings at over 400 retailers
  • Free Employee Assistance Program for you and your family, supporting physical, mental, and financial wellbeing

How to Apply:

To submit an application please upload your resume via the links provided.

For further information, please reach out to however applications will not be accepted via email.

CPP is an equal opportunity employer that fosters a culture of achievement, personal development and offers a diverse, safe and supportive work environment.


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