Design Manager

Our Purpose:  

Intium's mission is to transform Australia for a clean energy future. 

We're pioneering transformative change with delivery reliability, innovative problem-solving and exceptional service, for our clients, local communities, end consumers, and the industry at large.

Our Services: 

Intium delivers innovative energy solutions in complex and emerging energy services that support the country's transition to net zero. Including Connections, Energy Storage Solutions, Energy Consulting, Renewables, Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure, Major Energy, and Asset Management. 

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This position is open to all Essential Energy permanent, fixed term and casual employees.

Position Overview: 

We're seeking a dynamic and experienced Design Manager to lead engineering activities across Intium's project portfolio. In this pivotal role, you'll be responsible for managing the scope, program, and budget of complex engineering projects, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery. You'll coordinate multidisciplinary teams, oversee design documentation, and drive innovation while maintaining high standards of quality, compliance, and constructability. This is a fantastic opportunity to influence project outcomes, challenge conventional approaches, and contribute to the success of large-scale infrastructure and energy transition initiatives.

About You

You are a strategic thinker with a passion for design excellence and a strong commercial mindset. You thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy solving complex problems, and are confident managing multiple stakeholders. Your ability to lead with integrity, communicate effectively, and adapt to change makes you a trusted partner in delivering high-impact projects.

About your skills
You bring exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to present complex design concepts to diverse audiences. Your strengths include strategic and tactical thinking, negotiation and influencing, and a creative mindset that embraces continuous improvement. You're adept at balancing design aspirations with technical, financial, and business constraints, and have a strong grasp of research, analysis, and user-centred design.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Project Management, or demonstrated capability through relevant experience and/or qualifications.

Desired experience

• Proven experience in Design Management, particularly on large-scale infrastructure or energy transition projects
• In-depth knowledge of HV substations, transmission design, grid connection requirements, renewable energy, and EVCI technologies
• Strong understanding of Australian and International Standards and Codes of Practice
• Practical experience in design and construction, including safety in design and cost efficiency strategies
• Ability to manage complex tasks, meet deadlines, and adapt to evolving technologies and processes
• Extensive knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and procedures related to design and specifications

Why Join Us: 

At Intium, we are attracting diverse talent who want to make a real difference with a career that matters. We are committed to nurturing, educating, and empowering our staff and providing flexibility so they can perform at their best. 

Our vision extends beyond our organisation - it's about inspiring hope and creating opportunities across regional NSW and beyond. We strive to build a workforce that reflects the rich diversity of the communities we serve. We're dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where every employee feels a sense of belonging, empowerment, and respect, where all voices are valued.

Staff benefits are vast and varied including hybrid working environment, salary sacrifice options including novated lease, discounted private health insurance with NIB and BUPA, discounts with partners such as JB Hi-Fi, Apple, Dell and access to our financial wellbeing toolkit. 

Applications close at 11:55 pm on Sunday 16 November 2025.

For further information please contact Babu Kumar, General Manager Engineering & Delivery on

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