Senior Engineer - Transmission Lines

at  Consolidated Power Projects Australia

INTRODUCTION:

• Full-time, permanent position - Multiple roles available
• Flexible working locations and arrangements available
• Join an industry leader who is supporting Australia move towards a cleaner energy future

DESCRIPTION:

Who are Consolidated Power Projects (CPP)?
As a member of the Quanta Services Group, a Fortune 300 company, Consolidated Power Projects Australia (CPP) stands as a leader in high-voltage power solutions. We specialise in the renewable energy sector, excelling in the design, construction, commissioning, and maintenance of high-voltage infrastructure, including transmission substations, wind farms, solar farms, and battery storage systems.
With over 650 employees and offices in Adelaide, Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane, CPP are preferred partners with Australia’s major transmission network providers and we are rapidly growing to play a significant role in connecting Australia’s energy future.
The pipeline of work is secured, join us as we help to deliver Australia’s renewable future.
The Opportunity - Join Our Exciting Journey at CPP!
As our Transmission Line team embarks on a path of further growth and expansion to meet industry demands, this is an exciting time to become part of Consolidated Power Projects (CPP). As a Senior Transmission Line Engineer, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the structural design aspects of critical infrastructure projects across Australia.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES:

About You

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

As an experienced Senior Engineer – Transmission Lines, your responsibilities will include analysing and optimising transmission line designs to meet project demands while adhering to regulatory standards. You’ll provide technical expertise related to overhead lines spanning from 33 kV to 500 kV. Leveraging your knowledge of the PLS-CADD software suite, you’ll contribute to feasibility studies, concept design, detailed engineering, and post-construction reviews.
You’ll plan power transmission routes, ensuring alignment with environmental regulations and protection of sensitive land. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you’ll drive efficient project milestones while maintaining the highest quality standards.
Your expert communication skills will be essential. You’ll convey design concepts, progress updates, and recommendations to clients, whilst fostering positive relationships with our operational team throughout the project lifecycle.

TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL POSSESS:

Familiarity with Australian standards relevant to overhead transmission line design.
Proficient in using the PLS-CADD software suite for transmission line design.
Knowledge of the entire lifecycle of transmission lines, from planning through construction, operation, and maintenance.
Mechanical or Civil Structural qualification (or equivalent).
Minimum 5 years of experience working as an engineer in the field of Transmission Lines.
Chartered or Professional Engineer status is desirable.
Why Join Us?
At CPP our people are our most important asset. We believe in investing, nurturing and developing your talent, enabling you to succeed and achieve your full potential. As a leader in delivering high voltage infrastructure projects, we provide the opportunity to work on the most exciting projects in the industry, with access to current and leading technologies. We encourage and support new ideas. If you like to question the norm and embrace new ideas, then work with us.