Electrical Design Engineer - Grid & Substations for Data Centres

RSGx; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

RSGx Engineering is seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to develop and deliver electrical designs for grid connections, distribution, and substations for data centres and critical infrastructure projects in Australia. The role involves collaboration with internal teams, clients, network service providers, project managers and construction teams.

You will work on concept and detailed design, ensuring compliance with Australian Standards and project requirements while supporting

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering is required.
• Experience in electrical design for data centres or critical infrastructure.
• Strong grid connection, distribution or substation design experience.
• Understanding of DNSP/NSP connection processes.
• Experience with HV switchgear, transformers, protection, earthing, and substations.
• Ability to develop and interpret single-line diagrams and schematics.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, PowerCAD or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of Australian Standards and electrical industry requirements.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Electrical design

Grid connection

Substation design

Single-line diagrams

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor in Electrical or Electronic Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

PowerCAD

Job description

RSGx Engineering is seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to develop and deliver electrical designs for grid connections, distribution, and substations for data centres and critical infrastructure projects in Australia. The role involves collaboration with internal teams, clients, network service providers, project managers and construction teams.

You will work on concept and detailed design, ensuring compliance with Australian Standards and project requirements while supporting