Lead Structural Engineer, Transmission Lines

Acciona; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global opportunities

Annual pay review & bonus

Career development

Innovation culture

Work on high-profile projects

Sustainable impact

Job summary

ACCIONA Mechanical & Electrical is seeking a Lead Structural Engineer in Transmission to guide the design and delivery of transmission line structures and related infrastructure supporting clean energy integration. You will operate within an EPC framework, focusing on cost-effective, robust solutions and leading a multi-disciplinary team.

The role requires deep structural expertise, Chartered status or path to it, and over 7 years of experience in high-voltage transmission structures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering.
• Chartered Status (including RPEV, RPEQ, NER & CPEng), or the ability to achieve.
• 7+ years’ senior experience in transmission line structural design (220kV+).
• Advanced proficiency in PLS-CADD and PLS-Tower, with experience delivering structure designs up to 500kV.
• Strong understanding of transmission line structures, foundations, loading standards, and relevant Australian and international design codes.
• Skilled in developing high-quality structural reports, calculations, drawings, schedules, and specifications.
• Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of Australian engineering standards and practices
• Confident leading structural teams in fast-paced, multidisciplinary project environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full design lifecycle of complex systems, from concept through integration and validation.
• Resolve design conflicts and ensure systems meet performance, reliability, and regulatory standards.
• Lead the development of innovative and sustainable designs aligned with client and industry expectations.
• Apply RAM principles to enhance system maintainability, availability, and reliability.
• Use advanced modelling and simulation tools to validate complex system designs.
• Lead Value Engineering and Whole of Life assessments to improve cost-effectiveness and sustainability.
• Lead collaboration across engineering disciplines for integrated design.
• Evaluate ongoing projects, products and processes to identify performance gaps and propose remedies.

Skills

Structural design

PLS-CADD

PLS-Tower

Engineering leadership

Regulatory compliance

Australian standards

RAM principles

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

PLS-CADD

PLS-Tower

Job description

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.

Job Description

ACCIONA Mechanical & Electrical is a specialist division within ACCIONA, delivering end-to-end mechanical and electrical design, construction, installation and commissioning services that support the transition to a low-carbon future.

With a strong presence across Australia, we contribute to some of the nation’s most impactful infrastructure projects — from renewable energy and transmission networks to sustainable transport systems and water infrastructure. Our work is grounded in ACCIONA’s global commitment to sustainability, innovation, and social progress.

We’re looking for passionate professionals who want to help shape a better planet through smarter, cleaner infrastructure. If you’re ready to be part of a purpose-driven team building the foundations of a more sustainable Australia, we’d love to hear from you

Benefits

• Global Business | Unlimited Opportunities | Strong Long Term Pipeline of Work
• Annual pay review and discretionary bonus
• Career Development, Strong Culture, Inclusive and Support Environment
• Passionate about innovation and continuous improvement
• Opportunity to work across high profile projects
• Strong commitment to economic, environmental, and social progress

The Position

This role of Lead Structural Engineer, Transmission forms part of Acciona’s Power Systems Team and will suit a highly skilled engineer who brings deep structural expertise, a collaborative mindset, and a commitment to shaping sustainable, future-ready infrastructure. As the Lead Structural Engineer, you will guide the design and delivery of transmission line structures and related infrastructure that supports clean energy integration and enhances community resilience.

Operating within an EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) framework, the position is focused on developing cost-effective, technically robust design solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full design lifecycle of complex systems, from concept through integration and validation
• Resolve design conflicts and ensure systems meet performance, reliability, and regulatory standards
• Lead the development of innovative and sustainable designs aligned with client and industry expectations
• Apply RAM principles to enhance system maintainability, availability, and reliability
• Use advanced modelling and simulation tools to validate complex system designs
• Lead Value Engineering and Whole of Life assessments to improve cost-effectiveness and sustainability
• Lead collaboration across engineering disciplines for integrated design
• Evaluate ongoing projects, products and processes to identify and diagnose performance deficiencies, impending or actual failures, and propose remedies and solutions

Required Skills and Competencies

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
• Chartered Status (including RPEV, RPEQ, NER & CPEng), or the ability to achieve
• 7+ years’ senior experience in transmission line structural design (220kV+)
• Advanced proficiency in PLS-CADD and PLS-Tower, with experience delivering structure designs up to 500kV.
• Strong understanding of transmission line structures, foundations, loading standards, and relevant Australian and international design codes.
• Skilled in developing high-quality structural reports, calculations, drawings, schedules, and specifications.
• Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of Australian engineering standards and practices
• Confident leading structural teams in fast-paced, multidisciplinary project environments.

ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in Australia, which certifies the company’s commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.