Senior HV Electrical Primary Design Engineer

at  Aurecon Group

Senior HV Electrical Primary Design Engineer
Brisbane, Australia
Want to bring ideas to life?
As an engineer you’re no doubt aware of Aurecon – we’ve been a leading design, engineering and advisory company for decades. But why should you choose to join us?
Every project Aurecon delivers leaves a legacy. Every project has sustainability embedded in decision making. And every project is at the leading-edge of technical eminence.
But it really comes down to one, crucial question: what kind of world do you want to create for the next generation?
Truth is, the decisions being made right now will determine the future of everything – from the local community to the entire planet.
One of those decisions is: who do you decide to work for?
How will your ideas contribute to shaping what’s next?
As our new Senior HV Electrical Primary Design Engineer based in Brisbane, you’ll play an integral part in a team of highly skilled specialists that ‘bring ideas to life’ for our clients.
Working within a friendly multi-disciplinary team of professionals based in Brisbane on a wide variety of projects in our Power Transmission and Distribution team, getting exposure to varied and challenging projects locally in QLD and across Australia.

Your role will include the following:

• Conduct, lead, review and verify detail designs and technical reports for the client for substation primary systems
• Lead and deliver the concept to detailed design of HV substation primary systems
• Primary systems design – produce SLDs, HV substation layouts, equipment/materials lists, clearance checks, and short circuit force calculations
• Understand the critical technical aspects of projects, implementation, and integration for complex systems
• Undertake site inspections and associated reporting
• Ability to manage mid-sized projects or parts of larger projects independently.
• Liaise with clients and contractors in relation to project objectives and targets on technical issues and problem resolution.
• Mentor, lead & manage a team of engineers & designers
• Being a strong all-rounder, apply your range of electrical engineering experience to a range of different projects

How will your future be shaped by us?
Joining Aurecon means you’ll be at the award-winning edge of innovation and sustainability. AFR ranked us Top 5 among sustainability leaders and Top 3 of all innovative companies in professional services.
One Consult awarded us an innovative design award. Plus, we were Consult Australia’s large firm of the year.
You really can bring your whole self to work and be confident your voice will be heard. We don’t just claim we’re inclusive and innovative, as proven by the independent awards and accreditations we’ve gained.
We’ve been recognised for our innovation culture, gender equality and our LGBTI+ inclusion. Plus, we have a robust Reconciliation Action Plan – our fourth edition since 2014.
On a personal level, you’ll have access to flexible work hours, remote work, working holidays, part-time and job share options.
You’ll continue to grow, thanks to learning and development opportunities that further your eminence, leadership, and professional accreditations.
Outside of work, you’ll be further supported with competitive paid parental leave, cultural public holiday swaps, plus wellbeing support programmes.

What are we looking for from you?

• University degree in Electrical/Power Systems Engineering (or equivalent)
• 5-10 years relevant experience in transmission and substation designs
• Knowledge of the transmission and distribution industry, standards, and codes in Australia and/or design experience with Australian electrical utilities
• Strong electrical design skills; in particularly primary systems and substations
• Experience with Bentley – Open Utilities 3D design tools, Autodesk Navisworks, AutoCAD and/or MicroStation a plus
• Skilled at or able to learn software packages independently, such as CDEGS, DigSILENT, ETAP, CYMCAP, etc., would be an added advantage.
• Proficiency in offering solutions to technical challenges.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities, including effective influencing, motivation, and delegation skills.
• Ability to work well with others to deliver as a team.
• Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Inquisitive nature and desire to grow your career.
• RPEQ (or ability to obtain RPEQ) is essential.

You’ll have a genuine passion for re-imagining problems and continuous learning to help shape the future.
We value that each of our team members brings something different to Aurecon. We look for people who have had a broad range of experiences throughout their career and can demonstrate how they have worked as part of a team to bring ideas to life.
You will bring your skills and experience in similar engineering roles.
Think you know Aurecon? You may be surprised.
Aurecon’s strength has always been our people. It’s our people who build our shared purpose and bring ideas to life.
It’s our people who imagine and co-create with our clients a better future for people and the planet.
Of course, you’ll probably know lots of our award-winning projects. The new Allianz Stadium in Sydney? That was us. Tāmaki Regeneration in Auckland? That was us too. And the Tseung Kwan O Interchange in Hong Kong? You guessed it, us.
So, when you join us, you’ll be joining a community working together to tackle some of the world’s most complex challenges.
Ready to bring ideas to life?
Then please apply. Remember, it’s you and how you bring ideas to life which are important.
Your background, unique needs and individuality will be valued.
Visit our website to learn more at www.aurecongroup.co

• Conduct, lead, review and verify detail designs and technical reports for the client for substation primary systems
• Lead and deliver the concept to detailed design of HV substation primary systems
• Primary systems design – produce SLDs, HV substation layouts, equipment/materials lists, clearance checks, and short circuit force calculations
• Understand the critical technical aspects of projects, implementation, and integration for complex systems
• Undertake site inspections and associated reporting
• Ability to manage mid-sized projects or parts of larger projects independently.
• Liaise with clients and contractors in relation to project objectives and targets on technical issues and problem resolution.
• Mentor, lead & manage a team of engineers & designers
• Being a strong all-rounder, apply your range of electrical engineering experience to a range of different project