Secondary Design Engineer

About us

At United Energy, we're proud to deliver electricity to 715,000 Victorian customers every day through our network of poles and wires. But more than that, we're here to power communities, support local businesses and keep critical services running smoothly, we're essential to them all – and none of this happens without our people.
We believe in an inclusive, welcoming workplace where everyone feels safe, valued and respected. From offering great benefits to creating real opportunities for growth, we're committed to supporting you, your career and wellbeing. It's why our people stick around, whether you live in Melbourne or across regional Victoria, we're doing the work where it matters most - right in your own community.

As Victorians electrify everything from homes to transport, we're focused on ensuring our networks are ready to meet that demand.
If you want to be part of something essential, be essential with us.

About the role

As a Secondary Design Engineer, you will be responsible for managing all secondary aspects of front-end and detailed engineering designs across major UE projects and ongoing programs of work. This includes the review and acceptance of designs and documentation to ensure they meet essential regulatory, industry, and safety standards.

Reporting to Design Manager, you will involve verifying that engineering outputs are fit for purpose, consistently aligning with UE-specific design requirements as well as relevant AS/NZS/IEC standards. The position demands meticulous attention to detail, strong technical judgment, and a commitment to upholding high engineering quality across every stage of the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out Front End Engineering Design (FEED) / Concept Design, which typically includes control room general arrangement, protection single line diagrams, protection logic diagrams and protection signalling diagrams, so that the Technical Scope of Works for projects contains sufficient details to minimise contingency allowance by Service Providers and allows them to quote and respond with the same assumptions
• Review Technical Scope of Works as provided by asset management team and develop it into a clear, comprehensive and accurate document containing all inputs, site surveys, preliminary studies and documentation requirements
• Review all design/engineering deliverables including Design Management Plan provided by service providers
• Perform audits of all design management processes used by service providers
• Provide technical support for design, inspection, testing and commissioning works carried out by design/construction service providers and/or other stakeholders
• Carry out detailed design of protection and control systems for complex or large zone substation or distribution system projects
• Take ownership and coordinate/liaise with internal and external stakeholders to produce formal responses and reports
• Support the completion of Post Implementation Reviews and analysis of relevant projects to ensure high productivity, efficiency and quality outcomes
• Support the completion of Post Implementation Reviews and analysis of relevant projects to ensure high productivity, efficiency and quality outcomes

Key Criteria

• Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical) and member of a National Engineering Register (or working towards)
• At least 3+ years of relevant industry experience in the electrical utilities industry
• Secondary system design experience in electricity zone substations and distribution network
• Working knowledge of Distributed Network Protocol (DNP 3.0) used in SCADA communications
• Application of engineering principles and industry codes, understanding the intricacies, complexities and the integration with other engineering areas
• Detailed understanding of protection and control systems in electricity zone substations and distribution networks

Key Benefits

We have a diversity of teams across our business, all contributing to great customer and community outcomes. Our people are our most important asset, and we continually invest in nurturing their capability. We proudly strive to provide a safe, inclusive and sustainable environment where all our people feel respected, valued and supported to bring their whole selves to work and be the best they can be. 

With an embedded Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Strategy and initiatives like our Women in Power networking group, and Sparkle, our LGBTQIA+ allies pride network, we're committed to equal opportunities for all employees.  

We are proud to be recognised as a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for all women. Click here for more information on how we create and support a diverse and equitable workplace. Understand how our benefits can support you. We offer a health and wellbeing subsidy (up to $600 per year), paid parental leave of up to 15 weeks for the primary carer, and more.  

What's next

Research shows that whilst men apply to jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, women and other marginalised candidates tend to only apply when they check every box. So, If you think you have what it takes, but don't necessarily check every box, or would like to discuss a different or flexible way of working, please still get in touch with us.

Please submit your application via our careers' website by 21 August 2025. For the full Position Description, please reach out to the Talent team at  

We encourage applications from all communities; people of all ages, genders, nationalities, abilities and cultures, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQIA+ community and people living with disability. 

If you require adjustments as part of the recruitment process to accommodate your needs, please don't hesitate to discuss these with us.

Beon, CitiPower Powercor and United Energy recognise Australia's Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as the First Peoples and Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we work. We pay our respects to Elders past and present and acknowledge their ancient and continuing connection to Country.

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and supported to succeed. By making sure our workplace is physically and mentally safe, so that our people can be their authentic selves, share their unique perspectives and can thrive.