Engineering Manager, Transmission & Distribution Lines

WSP Global Inc.; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Parental leave (up to 16 weeks)

Employee share purchase plan

Job summary

WSP Global Inc. is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead the design, delivery and growth of overhead transmission line projects across Australia. You’ll mentor engineers, uplift team capability, and promote innovative, safe and sustainable engineering practices.

You’ll work in a hybrid model across Australia, collaborating with national teams to deliver major energy programs while building client relationships and pursuing new work opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Civil, Structural or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent).
• Proven leadership across people, projects and mentoring.
• Strong background in overhead transmission line design and engineering.
• Experience with PLS-CADD (TOWER/POLE) highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of overhead transmission line projects across design, planning and execution.
• Provide strong technical and people leadership, mentoring engineers and capability uplift.
• Foster a high-performing, collaborative team culture with continuous learning.
• Ensure compliance with Australian and international standards for design, testing and commissioning.
• Lead bids, proposals and strategic growth initiatives to secure new work.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and influence market presence.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Project management

Business development

Client relationships

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering

Bachelor's in Structural Engineering

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

PLS-CADD

TOWER

POLE

Job description

• Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
• Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
• Perth, Western Australia, Australia
• Adelaide, South Australia, Australia

Job Description

Join a leading engineering consultancy delivering critical energy infrastructure across Australia. We’re looking for an experienced Engineering Manager to lead the design, delivery, and growth of overhead transmission line projects within our Transmission & Distribution business while building team capability and strengthening our presence in a rapidly evolving market.

The Opportunity

This is an exciting leadership role where you’ll not only deliver high-impact projects but also lead, mentor, and uplift a team of talented engineers. You’ll play a key role in shaping technical excellence, growing our capability, and enhancing our market presence across major energy programs.

Working at the forefront of Australia’s energy transition, you’ll collaborate nationally, influence clients, and help position the business as a trusted partner in transmission and distribution solutions.

What you’ll do

Lead the delivery of overhead transmission line projects across design, planning, and execution phases

Provide strong technical and people leadership, mentoring engineers and supporting capability uplift across the team

Foster a high-performing, collaborative team culture focused on continuous learning and development

Ensure compliance with relevant Australian and international standards for design, testing, and commissioning

Apply your expertise in PLS-CADD, TOWER and/or POLE to support high-quality engineering outcomes

Oversee the full asset lifecycle from planning through to construction, operation, and maintenance

Build and maintain strong client relationships, enhancing WSP’s market presence and reputation

Lead bids, proposals, and strategic growth initiatives to secure new work

Support project delivery in a Project Director / Project Manager capacity where required

Promote innovation, safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement

Ensure compliance with all Safety, Health, Environment and Quality (SHEQ) requirements

About you

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Civil, Structural, or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)

Relevant experience within the Transmission & Distribution industry with proven Australian market expertise

Demonstrated leadership experience across people, projects, and mentoring/coaching

Strong background in overhead transmission line design and engineering

Experience with PLS-CADD (TOWER/POLE) highly regarded

Proven ability in business development, proposals, and winning work

Experience delivering projects as a Project Manager or Project Director

Commercially astute with a strong understanding of business drivers

Engineering registration (CPEng, CEng or equivalent) preferred or willingness to obtain

Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage competing priorities

A collaborative, client-focused approach with excellent communication skills

Resilient, adaptable, and comfortable working in a dynamic environment

Work on nationally significant energy infrastructure projects

Play a key role in leading and growing a team, shaping capability and future leaders

Flexible working options across Australia

Strong pipeline of Transmission & Distribution work

Clear pathway into senior leadership roles

Collaborative, supportive team environment with a focus on development

Flexible working arrangements (hybrid + work-life balance) with core hours of 10am – 3pm

Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave for primary carers

Option to purchase up to 4 additional weeks of leave (or up to 8 weeks with our school leave program)

Clear career pathways, mentoring, and professional development

Inclusive, collaborative culture with strong leadership support

Opportunities to work across Australia and globally

Employee Share Purchase Plan (become a WSP shareholder)

How You’ll Work

You’ll be based in one of our offices across Australia, ideally Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide, Brisbane, Perth or Canberra, working closely with local project teams while collaborating with our national Transmission & Distribution team.

This role offers a mix of office, site, and hybrid working—giving you exposure to both local delivery and large-scale national programs.