HV Primary Engineer – Substations, Design & Delivery

CoMade; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Barista coffee within reach

Fresh fruit every day

Office close to public transport

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

CoMade is seeking an experienced Primary Engineer (High Voltage) to own HV primary designs on complex power projects across Australia. You will lead technical solutions from concept through detailed engineering and construction, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and guiding design decisions.

You will mentor engineers, ensure compliance with AS/NZS, IEC and NSP/TNSP requirements, and contribute to landmark energy infrastructure delivery while supporting a growing engineering capability.

Qualifications

• HV primary design experience, 132kV+ preferred.
• Proven substation design capability and project exposure.
• Proficiency with CAD tools (MicroStation/AutoCAD/REVIT).
• Knowledge of AS/NZS standards, IEC frameworks and NSP/TNSP requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead the primary design and development of HV primary systems (132kV-330kV+).
• Provide technical leadership to engineering teams and mentor engineers.
• Develop detailed primary design deliverables and documentation for substations (layout, earthing, equipment specs).
• Coordinate with civil, structural and secondary disciplines to deliver integrated outcomes.
• Liaise with clients and stakeholders and resolve complex technical issues.
• Drive design optimisation, constructability and innovative engineering solutions.

Skills

HV primary design

Substation design

Team mentoring

Cross-discipline collaboration

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

REVIT

Job description

CoMade is seeking an experienced Primary Engineer (High Voltage) to own HV primary designs on complex power projects across Australia. You will lead technical solutions from concept through detailed engineering and construction, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and guiding design decisions.

You will mentor engineers, ensure compliance with AS/NZS, IEC and NSP/TNSP requirements, and contribute to landmark energy infrastructure delivery while supporting a growing engineering capability.