Team Lead - Primary Engineering at Aecom USA

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Electrical Engineering, Transmission Design, Distribution Design, Utility Grid Connections, HV Primary Systems, Earthing Design, Lightning Protection, Insulation Coordination Studies, Technical Calculations, Design Reviews, Site Visits, Technical Reports, Communication Skills, Team Management, Multidisciplinary Engineering, Problem-Solving

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

Company Description Come and grow with us. AECOM’s Energy practice across Australia and New Zealand comprises approximately 250 experts, offering a broad range of services, including consulting, engineering design, energy procurement, and EPC (engineering, procurement, and construction) for power, energy efficiency, and renewable energy clients. Our comprehensive understanding of the entire energy landscape - from generation and distribution to storage and demand-side management enables us to develop holistic strategies that enhance and modernise next-generation energy infrastructure. Everyone belongs at AECOM We’re committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging - because great ideas come from diverse perspectives. AECOM is proud to be a Fortune 500 Most Admired Company, a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality, #Work180 Equitable Workplace Awards 2025 Winner and an AWEI Bronze Tier LGBTQ+ Inclusive Employer. Job Description Due to an internal shift, we are looking for a Team Lead – Primary Engineer to join expanding our Transmission & Distribution team in Victoria. Report to the Primary Team Manager, this role will lead, coach and empower 5-6 engineers and technical officers alongside actively leading or supporting on energy projects. How you’ll make a difference: Team Lead responsibility: provide day-to-day guidance to primary engineers, assist with task planning and workload coordination, and support the technical development of the team. Deliver concept and detailed design of HV primary systems and earthing systems for substation projects across transmission, distribution and renewables in Australia and New Zealand. Support project delivery through proposal development, design development, technical calculations, design reviews, site visits and inspections, and preparation of technical reports. Work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams in a client-facing environment, contributing to coordinated design outcomes and maintaining strong working relationships. Provide technical input and problem-solving to ensure designs meet project timeframes, quality standards and client requirements, under the guidance of Principal Engineers Qualifications The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don’t tick all the boxes you could still be a perfect fit for this role. Please apply, all applications will be considered. The qualities that help you thrive: Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) with RPEV (or ability to obtain). Ideally, 6+ years’ experience in transmission and distribution primary substation design and/or utility grid connections. Strong technical capability in HV primary systems, including cable rating, earthing design, lightning protection and insulation coordination studies. Experience using industry-standard software such as CDEGS, CYMCAP, PSCAD (or similar), with solid knowledge of Australian standards and codes. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with proven experience leading or contributing to large, multidisciplinary engineering projects. Prior team management experience is preferred, not essential. Additional Information Why you’ll love working with us: Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, part-time, job-sharing and hybrid work options 26 weeks paid parental leave, 2 weeks paid partner leave and up to 12 weeks paid alternative primary carer leave Continuous learning and growth - lunch and learns, professional development courses, financial study assistance, 5 days paid study leave, global career opportunities Ready to push the limits of what’s possible? We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know. Applications are reviewed as they come in, and the role may close earlier than expected, so if this opportunity sounds like you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Learn more about life at AECOM: LinkedIn, Facebook , Instagram, X, YouTube - explore our AECOM voices, employee stories, latest projects, and much more! AECOM acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we, our clients and our communities live and work around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures and to their Elders — past, present, and emerging. We are committed to connecting to Country in our work through meaningful engagement with First Nations peoples and businesses. Find out more about our Australian Reconciliation Action Plan here: https://aecom.com/au/our-vision-for-reconciliation/. About AECOM AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM. Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed. You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients. AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too. Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours. State/Province: Victoria Business Group: DCS Legal Entity: AECOM Australia Pty Ltd Business Line: Energy Work Location Model: Hybrid Operating Group: International Primary Location: AU - Melbourne, VIC - Collins Square

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Responsibilities

The Team Lead will provide day-to-day guidance to primary engineers, assist with task planning and workload coordination, and support the technical development of the team. They will also deliver concept and detailed design of HV primary systems and earthing systems for substation projects across transmission, distribution, and renewables.