Design Drafter - Primary

Quanta Services Australia; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above-market salary package withannual

Annual bonus

Flexible working options

Study assistance

Parental leave

Leave purchasing

Salary packaging benefits

Device options

Employee referral program

AI capabilities access

Retail discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

CPP is seeking a Design Drafter - Primary to support design and construction of high-voltage infrastructure projects. You will prepare primary design drawings and documentation alongside experienced engineers, ensuring designs are practical and compliant with relevant standards.

Exposure to 3D modelling and BIM workflows will grow as client requirements evolve, with opportunity to develop MicroStation and BIM capabilities on the job.

Qualifications

• Relevant electrical, substation or primary design drafting experience.
• Exposure to substations, renewable energy or comparable electrical infrastructure.
• AutoCAD and/or MicroStation capability.
• Understand design intent and produce practical design outputs.
• Knowledge of primary design drafting principles and fundamental electrical concepts.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Good communication, organisation and prioritisation skills.
• Experience with Revit, 3D modelling or BIM workflows is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate, high-quality primary design drawings and documentation.
• Collaborate with engineers, designers and Project Managers to resolve technical queries.
• Deliver safe, compliant and constructible design outcomes in line with standards and deadlines.
• Expose yourself to CPP’s 3D modelling and BIM capabilities as requirements evolve.

Skills

Electrical design drafting

Substations

Renewable energy

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Revit

BIM workflows

Design intent understanding

Communication & organisation

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Revit

Job description

Who Are CPP?

CPP is a leading high-voltage infrastructure provider, connecting renewable energy projects to Australia’s electricity grid. As a member of Quanta Services, a Fortune 500 company ranked #157 on the NYSX, we specialise in the design, construction, commissioning, and maintenance of substations, transmission lines, wind farms, and battery storage systems. Established in 1996, we’ve connected more wind farms and renewable batteries than any other company. With over 900 employees and offices in Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and Perth, we partner with Australia’s major transmission providers to deliver innovative, end-to-end solutions. Join us in shaping the future of energy.

Job Description

Design & Engineering

CPP has the largest in-house design and engineering team of any contractor in Australia, with over 200 specialists across Electrical Primary and Secondary, Civil, Structural, and SCADA disciplines. We provide end-to-end engineering solutions for high-voltage infrastructure, including nationally significant transmission projects, HV substations, wind farms and battery storage systems that drive Australia’s renewable energy transition.

Our engineers work closely with construction and operations teams, ensuring designs are practical, constructible, and continually refined through real-world feedback. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, we deliver solutions that support a stable, reliable, and sustainable energy future.

The Opportunity

Join an industry leader and work on innovative high-voltage infrastructure projects, including substations, grid connections, wind farms and battery energy storage systems.

As a Design Drafter - Primary, you will support the design and construction of our projects by preparing accurate, high-quality primary design drawings and documentation. Working alongside experienced engineers, designers and Project Managers, you will help resolve technical queries and deliver safe, compliant and constructible design outcomes in line with relevant standards and project deadlines.

You will also gain exposure to CPP’s growing 3D modelling and Building Information Modelling (BIM) capability as client and project requirements continue to evolve.

Qualifications

About You

• Relevant electrical, substation or primary design drafting experience
• Exposure to substations, renewable energy or comparable electrical infrastructure
• AutoCAD and/or MicroStation capability
• An ability to understand design intent and produce practical design outputs
• Knowledge of primary design drafting principles and fundamental electrical concepts
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality
• Good communication, organisation and prioritisation skills
• A positive, practical approach and willingness to continue learning
• Experience with Revit, 3D modelling or BIM workflows will be highly regarded but is not essential. Candidates with AutoCAD experience will be considered, with opportunities to develop MicroStation and 3D capability on the job.

Additional Information

Be rewarded at CPP.

At CPP, we value our people above all else. We’re dedicated to investing in and developing your talent to help you reach your full potential. By joining us, you’ll have the opportunity to work on industry-leading projects and access the latest technologies. With a strong history of providing clear career progression, we promote from within, offering pathways from Engineer, to Senior, Principal, leadership positions and beyond.

Benefits include:

• Above-market salary package with annual reviews
• Annual bonus, discretionary based on individual and business performance
• We offer flexible working options, with the ability to work from home
• Access to study assistance for continuous development, and a strong focus on internal promotions to help you grow within
• 16 weeks paid primary parental leave and 6 weeks paid secondary parental leave
• Up to 2 weeks of purchased leave
• Enjoy a range of salary packaging benefits, including novated leases, airport lounge memberships and exclusive Qantas Club offers.
• Choice between an iPhone or Samsung mobile & design specked engineering laptop and software
• Generous employee referral program up to $4,000
• We actively invest in AI capability, providing access to premium AI subscriptions to help you work smarter, solve complex problems and deliver better outcomes
• Access to an extensive benefits and discounts program with savings at over 400 retailers
• Free Employee Assistance Program for you and your family, supporting physical, mental, and financial wellbeing

CPP is an equal opportunity employer that fosters a culture of achievement, personal development and offers a diverse, safe and supportive work environment.