Design Engineer - Control And Automation

Transgrid; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 weeks parental leave

Novated leasing

Workplace flexibility

Training and mentoring

Job summary

Transgrid is seeking a Design Engineer - Control & Automation Design in Ultimo to deliver specialist design, review and documentation for substation automation systems across major transmission projects.

You will work with project teams and external partners to develop technical standards, ensure safety and reliability, and support FAT, SCAT, and commissioning activities while contributing to standardisation and tool development.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Designing and reviewing substation Protection, Control and Automation systems.
• Preparing technical specifications, design documentation and engineering standards.
• Developing communication architectures using industry-standard protocols including DNP and IEC 61850.
• Providing technical support and oversight to external design consultants.
• Participating in FAT, SCAT and commissioning activities.
• Collaborating with project teams to ensure designs meet safety, quality, budget and schedule requirements.
• Contributing to standardisation, continuous improvement and automation tool development.

Skills

Substation design

Protection systems

Automation design

Control systems

IEC 61850

DNP

IEC standards

Zenon

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

Zenon

ClearSCADA

CGI

Job description

At Transgrid, we play a crucial role in delivering safe, reliable, and sustainable energy to millions of Australians. Operating over 13,000 km of high-voltage transmission lines and 128 substations across NSW and the ACT, we connect electricity generators to the distribution network, powering homes, businesses, and communities. As the energy sector evolves, we're growing our workforce to help deliver Australia's clean energy future.

The Opportunity

We're looking for a Design Engineer - Control & Automation Design to join our Engineering & Design team in Ultimo.

In this role, you'll provide specialist engineering expertise across the design, review and delivery of substation Control and Automation systems for major transmission projects. You'll work closely with project teams, customers and external design partners to develop innovative solutions, technical standards and design documentation that support the safe and reliable operation of the electricity network.

A Day in the Life of Design Engineer - Control & Automation Design at Transgrid

As a Design Engineer, you'll combine technical design expertise with stakeholder collaboration to deliver high-quality automation solutions across a diverse portfolio of projects.

On any given day, you could be:

• Designing and reviewing substation Protection, Control and Automation systems.

• Preparing technical specifications, design documentation and engineering standards.

• Developing communication architectures using industry-standard protocols including DNP and IEC 61850.

• Providing technical support and oversight to external design consultants.

• Participating in FAT, SCAT and commissioning activities.

• Collaborating with project teams to ensure designs meet safety, quality, budget and schedule requirements.

• Contributing to standardisation, continuous improvement and automation tool development.

About You

You are a collaborative and solutions-focused engineer with experience in Control, Protection and Automation systems within transmission, distribution, generation or related industries.

You'll bring:

• A degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.

• Experience designing substation Control, Protection and Automation systems.

• Knowledge of automation platforms such as zenon, ClearSCADA, CGI or similar.

• Familiarity with IEC 61850, DNP and utility communication systems.

• Understanding of relevant Australian and IEC standards, NER and AEMO requirements.

• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a range of stakeholders.

Benefits & Perks

At Transgrid, we empower our people with a well-rounded benefits package designed to support their personal, professional and social wellbeing, helping them deliver their best work every day. Employees have access to a range of corporate discounts across retail, utilities, travel, health and wellbeing, as well as novated leasing options, workplace flexibility, 20 weeks paid parental leave and more.

Regardless of where you are in your professional journey, Transgrid powers your career by providing access to regular and ongoing training, workplace mentoring and tertiary education. Here you are encouraged to build a career that is right for you.

Applications close on 11th September 2026; however, applications will be reviewed as they are received and may close earlier.