Electrical Design Engineer: Data Centre Power & Substations

RSGx; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

RSGx Engineering designs electrical infrastructure for data centres and critical facilities, delivering grid connections, distribution and substations across Australia. You will work on concept and detailed design with internal teams, clients, network providers and construction teams.

As an Electrical Design Engineer, you will ensure high-availability electrical systems, collaborate on technically demanding projects on the east coast, and adhere to Australian standards and project requirements.

Qualifications

• A degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering.
• Proven experience in electrical design within data centres or critical infrastructure.
• Strong experience with grid connection, distribution and/or substation design.
• Understanding of DNSP/NSP connection processes and requirements.
• Experience with HV switchgear, transformers, protection, earthing and related substation systems.
• Ability to develop and interpret single-line diagrams, schematics and electrical design documentation.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, PowerCAD or equivalent electrical design platforms.
• Strong knowledge of relevant Australian Standards and electrical industry requirements.
• Excellent communication, coordination and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop electrical designs for grid connections, networks and substations.
• Design LV, MV, HV distribution systems, transformers, switchgear and protection.
• Develop substation layouts, single-line diagrams, schematics, cable schedules and equipment specifications.
• Review and refine design documentation, calculations and construction/shop drawings.
• Support design reviews, constructability assessments and technical problem-solving.
• Ensure designs meet relevant Australian Standards, network requirements and project-specific technical requirements.

Skills

Electrical design

Coordination

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

PowerCAD

Job description

RSGx Engineering designs electrical infrastructure for data centres and critical facilities, delivering grid connections, distribution and substations across Australia. You will work on concept and detailed design with internal teams, clients, network providers and construction teams.

As an Electrical Design Engineer, you will ensure high-availability electrical systems, collaborate on technically demanding projects on the east coast, and adhere to Australian standards and project requirements.