Design Manager, Electrical at Acciona Facility Services Middle East

City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

22 Jan, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Electrical Engineering, HV Systems, MV Systems, Team Leadership, Cross-Functional Communication, Constructability, Systems Integration, Technical Governance, Safety-First Mindset, Engineering Standards, Project Management, Sustainable Design, Innovation, Career Growth, Performance Evaluation, Problem Solving

Industry

Utilities

Description

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future. Job Description ACCIONA Mechanical & Electrical is a specialist division within ACCIONA, delivering end-to-end mechanical and electrical design, construction, installation and commissioning services that support the transition to a low-carbon future. With a strong presence across Australia, we contribute to some of the nation’s most impactful infrastructure projects — from renewable energy and transmission networks to sustainable transport systems and water infrastructure. Our work is grounded in ACCIONA’s global commitment to sustainability, innovation, and social progress. Benefits Brisbane/Sydney Based Annual pay review and discretionary bonus Professional development opportunities Income protection Salary packaging and Novated leases Competitive paid parental leave Position The Design Manager is a project leadership role focused on high voltage (HV) and medium-voltage (MV) infrastructure projects. These span transmission lines, substations, and power systems across the utility, industrial, and renewable sectors. This role blends technical excellence with team leadership, delivering constructible, cost effective, and sustainable designs that meet project scope, budget, and schedule. The Design Manager leads inclusive, multidisciplinary teams, supports career growth, fosters innovation, and drives continual improvement. Key Responsibilities Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and is responsible for leading and managing the design inputs, outputs, and overall process on selected projects from pursuit to delivery, in order to maximize successful project outcomes Develop designs or solutions to engineering problems that balance the impact of present engineering activities with the economic, social and environmental prospects of future generations Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of Australian engineering standards and practices Evaluate ongoing projects, products and processes to identify and diagnose performance deficiencies, impending or actual failures, and proposes remedies and solutions Required Skills and Competencies Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering 10+ years leading engineering teams in HV/MV systems and infrastructure (132kV and above) Ideally a 5 years of fieldwork, supporting hands-on engineering and site collaboration. Exposure to Tier 1 or Tier 2 contractor and/or TNSP experience is highly regarded Proven leadership experience in nurturing internal teams and cross-functional communication. Knowledge of constructability, systems integration, and technical governance. Experience with standards like IEC, IEEE, AS/NZS and a strong safety-first mindset. ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in Australia, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.

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Responsibilities

The Design Manager leads and manages design inputs and outputs on high voltage and medium-voltage infrastructure projects, ensuring successful project outcomes. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams and delivering sustainable designs that meet project scope, budget, and schedule.