Equipment Engineer - Substations

Stantec Australia; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Hybrid options

Parental leave

Mentoring program

Women's network

Salary packaging

Wellbeing support

Service awards

Job summary

Stantec Australia is seeking an experienced Equipment Engineer to work on HV/EHV substations and associated equipment across Australia. You will prepare specifications for transformers, GIS, switchgear, breakers, and related plant while supporting procurement, testing and commissioning activities.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, manage multiple priorities, and ensure design compliance. The role requires a Chartered Engineer with Australian experience and a valid driver's

Qualifications

• Professionally qualified electrical engineer with a focus on HV/EHV substations and equipment.
• Experience with equipment procurement, vendor design reviews and testing & commissioning.
• Familiarity with Civil/Structural and Protection & Control interfaces in substation projects.

Responsibilities

• Prepare technical specifications for major equipment, construction and Testing & Commissioning.
• Provide technical support for procurement, construction and commissioning.
• Review and approve vendor drawings for new equipment.
• Review and approve test results from pre and post testing, sign Test Report Cover Sheet for new equipment.
• Develop safe engineering solutions and interpret engineering specs on complex assignments.
• Perform on-site quality control and monitor design compliance.

Skills

CPEng

HV Substations

GIS & Switchgear

Equipment Specs

Vendor Review

Testing & Commissioning

Civil/Protection Interfaces

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Stakeholder Mgmt

Education

B.E. Electrical - Power

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Microsoft Office

Job description

Join a team that does more than generate and deliver electricity through its work; join a team that powers growth and advances communities. Seeing beyond the project at hand, you’ll work with us to advance the industry and build your career. We operate with the strength of a large global company and have the agility of a specialized power group, and work on some of the most challenging and cutting-edge projects around the world. Whether helping to define microgrids, pushing the boundaries on clean energy or grid modernization, you’ll find yourself working with leaders in transmission & distribution, thermal generation, and renewable energy in one of the world’s top 10 design firms, broadening your skills and developing your career.

About the Role

Stantec’s Power team in Australia is currently offering exciting opportunities for Equipment Engineers to work on a variety of HV (11kV and above) / EHV (132kV and above) AIS/GIS AC and DC substation projects throughout Australia.

Equipment Engineers are responsible for major equipment such as power transformers, STATCOMS, station service transformers, circuit breakers, HV/MV GIS, metal-clad switchgear, disconnect switching, circuit switchers, fuse cut-outs, instrument transformers, series capacitors, shunt reactors, surge arresters, wave traps, NGR, power cables, etc. for HV/EHV AC and DC substation projects. They will work within a multi-disciplinary team to support the development of efficient and reliable substations for our clients. They will coordinate the planning and technical activities to maintain project schedules and ensure successful project completion.

Key responsibilities include:

Prepare technical specifications for major equipment, construction and Testing & Commissioning.

Provide technical support for procurement, construction and commissioning.

Review and approve vendor drawings for new equipment.

Review and approve test results from pre and post testing work, sign off on Test Report Cover Sheet (TRCS) for new equipment.

Review field delegation report to check work is done satisfactory.

Develop safe engineering solutions by using initiative and judgement to perform activities such as developing designs, analyzing and resolving problems, and interpreting engineering specifications on complex assignments for projects and/or operations.

Perform periodic tasks independently which may include on-site construction quality control and monitoring to ensure design compliance.

Engage with the engineering team where engineering problems are difficult, complex, or unusual, to support management of engineering risk.

Assist in preparing proposals, project plans and estimate.

Coordinate with other disciplines during project execution to solve challenging technical issues.

Follow internal QA/QC procedures to deliver high quality engineering service to the clients.

Design/Engineering in Electrical may be required to complete deliverables.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

About You

You are an experienced and technically strong electrical engineer with a passion for substation design and delivery. You thrive in a collaborative environment, enjoy mentoring others, and can confidently manage multiple projects and stakeholder relationships.

You will bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems preferred)
• Minimum 8 years’ experience in equipment engineering for HV/EHV substations, ideally within Australian utility or transmission environments
• Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) registered with Engineers Australia
• Strong experience with primary substation equipment including transformers, switchgear, circuit breakers, GIS, reactors, capacitors, instrument transformers and associated plant
• Experience preparing technical specifications, reviewing vendor designs, and supporting equipment procurement activities
• Exposure to testing and commissioning of HV/EHV substation equipment (desirable)
• Understanding of Civil/Structural and Protection & Control interfaces within substation projects
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, AutoCAD and MicroStation
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with clients, suppliers, contractors and multidisciplinary project teams
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes within project timeframes
• Valid Australian driver's licence

What we offer

We understand that life doesn’t pause for work — and we’re here to support you every step of the way.Our flexible, family-friendly approach helps you balance your career with what matters most.

As such, weoffer ways of working that help you find this balance by offering:

Flexible start and finish times, hybrid and part-time options—to help you thrive whilst juggling life’s commitments

Paid parental leave (14 weeks full pay or option to take it at half pay equivalent)

Career development through mentoring, training, and leadership pathways

Inclusive employee networks like Women@Stantec and Pride@Stantec

Salary packaging and salary continuance insurance

Mental health and wellbeing support, including EAP

Recognition programs and service awards

About Stantec

The Stantec community unites over 34,000 employees working in 450+ locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring buildings, energy, resources, water, environmental, transport and infrastructure projects to life.

Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction, and commissioning begins at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships.

Culture

Stantec is serious about healthy work-life balance, diversity, inclusion & equity, indigenous relations, innovation, community engagement, corporate sustainability, and social wellbeing. We have employee groups for women, LGBTQI+, neurodiversity, and more! Our employees play sport, fundraise, volunteer, learn, and have fun together.

We are committed to reconciliation and to building respectful relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We’re better together when different perspectives are welcomed and valued, and we’re committed to a workplace where everyone can belong and thrive. If you need any adjustments to participate in our recruitment process, please let us know.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best. #FeelingEnergized