Equipment Engineer - Substations

Stantec; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible start/finish times

Hybrid work model

Paid parental leave

Career development mentoring

Diversity networks (Women@Stantec, etc

Salary packaging & insurance

Job summary

Stantec Australia is seeking an experienced Equipment Engineer to lead design and delivery of HV/EHV substations across multiple projects. You’ll coordinate major equipment scopes, support procurement, and ensure safety and quality standards while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

The role demands strong electrical engineering expertise, hands-on testing/commissioning exposure, and the ability to manage complex schedules.

Qualifications

• 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.

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 work, sign off on Test Report Cover Sheet (TRCS) for new equipment.
• Review field delegation report to check work is done satisfactorily.
• 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.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Power systems

Vendor specifications

AutoCAD / MicroStation

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems preferred)

CPEng registration (Engineers Australia)

Tools

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

Equipment Engineer - Substations - ( 260000L3 )

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.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

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, we offer 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 The Opportunity

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

Typical office environment working with computers; Stantec offers a flexible work environment (a hybrid model of working in the office and at home). Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

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

Qualifications

• Primary Location: Australia-New South Wales-Sydney
• Other Locations: Australia-Victoria-Melbourne, Australia-Queensland-South Brisbane, Australia-New South Wales-Wollongong
• Organization: BC-3000 Mining-AU Australia
• Employee Status: Regular
• Job Level: Individual Contributor
• Travel: No
• Schedule: Full-time

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans