Senior Transmission Line Engineer at UGL Limited

North Shore, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

25 Jun, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Structural Design, Transmission Line Engineering, Foundation Design, Geotechnical Input Management, Tender Preparation, Technical Mentoring, Client Engagement, Design Verification, AS/NZS 7000, AS/NZS 1170, AS/NZS 3600, AS 2159

Industry

Rail Transportation

Description

UGL delivers critical infrastructure across the resources, defence, transport, and power and renewables sectors. Within our Utilities Engineering business, we design and deliver nationally significant energy infrastructure ranging from HV substations and transmission lines up to 500kV, through to power generation, electrical distribution networks and renewable energy assets. Our work supports Australia’s energy transition and includes flagship programs such as HumeLink West, alongside major renewables, solar and BESS projects across the country. Why this role · Work on large‑scale, nationally significant energy and transmission projects. · Join a collaborative, close‑knit in‑house design team that shares ideas and challenges thinking. · Be part of a team that values technical excellence and buildable design outcomes. · Exposure across substations, transmission lines, renewables, BESS and grid infrastructure. · Long‑term stability with a strong utilities project pipeline and career growth opportunities. About the role As a Senior Transmission Lines Design Engineer, you’ll deliver high‑quality structural designs across transmission line projects and tenders, contributing from concept through to delivery. You’ll work closely with the in‑house design team, stakeholders and clients to produce designs that are safe, compliant and buildable. Key responsibilities · Produce and review structural designs for transmission line support structures and foundations across tenders and projects. · Provide senior technical input and interface with clients, project teams and internal engineers on design matters. · Lead or contribute to design planning, engineering programs and budget estimates as part of tender and delivery teams. · Manage geotechnical inputs, including preparing investigation briefs, reviewing reports and coordinating with external consultants. · Undertake Designer, Checker and Verifier roles and support the development and mentoring of junior engineers. What we offer · Benefit from 16 weeks of paid primary parental leave. · Complimentary salary continuance insurance. · Discounted Medibank health insurance. · Shape your career with an Individual Development Plan. · Participate in our Wellness Program with AIA Vitality. · Access our OneRewards Discount Program. About you · Experience in a similar role with hands-on experience designing transmission lines and related infrastructure. · Strong working knowledge of AS/NZS 7000, AS/NZS 1170, AS/NZS 3600, AS 2159 and related standards. · Degree‑qualified in Structural Engineering (or equivalent). · Engineers Australia member with (or working towards) CPEng, NER and RPEQ registration. · Confident communicator with a collaborative mindset, comfortable engaging clients and technical teams. About Us UGL is a respected of end-to-end engineering, construction, operation and maintenance services within various sectors including rail, transport, communications, oil and gas, power, renewables, resources, water and defence. We partner with some of the world’s largest blue-chip companies, government agencies, private enterprises, and public institutions. As a member of the CIMIC Group of companies, we value diversity in our team’s backgrounds, ideas, work styles. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourage applications from people with disabilities, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, mature aged workers and individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds. Please note that relevant screening checks will be conducted as part of the recruitment process. These may include a national criminal history check and for you to complete a pre-employment medical Ref: 268213

Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality structural designs for transmission line support structures and foundations from concept through to delivery. Lead design planning, manage geotechnical inputs, and provide technical mentorship to junior engineers.