Principal Engineer Network Planning

Michael Page; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page partners with a leading Australian electricity network operator to appoint a Principal Engineer, Network Planning in Melbourne. This permanent role will guide long-term transmission and distribution planning, influencing investment decisions and energy transition outcomes.

You will lead planning strategies, provide expert technical advice, analyse performance, coordinate with regulators and stakeholders, mentor junior engineers, and ensure compliance while integrating renewables.

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering or related field.
• Proven expertise in network planning within the energy industry (DNSP/TNSP or consultancy).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of industry regulations and compliance requirements.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and implementation of network planning strategies.
• Provide expert technical advice to support reliable network operations.
• Analyse network performance and identify improvement opportunities.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to align planning strategies.
• Prepare detailed technical reports and recommendations for decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Support integration of renewable energy sources into the network.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers within the team.

Skills

Network planning

Engineering leadership

Stakeholder management

Regulatory knowledge

Renewables integration

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

• Led strategic network planning and investment optimisation

About Our Client

A leading Australian electricity network operator is seeking a Principal Engineer, Network Planning to drive long-term transmission and distribution planning outcomes across a critical energy infrastructure portfolio. This opportunity offers the chance to influence network investment decisions, support the energy transition, and work closely with technical and regulatory stakeholders to shape future network strategy.

Job Description

• Lead the development and implementation of network planning strategies.
• Provide expert technical advice to support efficient and reliable network operations.
• Analyse network performance and identify improvement opportunities.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to align planning strategies.
• Prepare detailed technical reports and recommendations for decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Support the integration of renewable energy sources into the network.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers within the team.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Principal Engineer Network Planning should have:

• A degree in engineering or a related field.
• Proven expertise in network planning within the Energy industry working for a DNSP, TNSP or consultancy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of industry regulations and compliance requirements.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• A proactive approach to identifying and implementing innovative solutions.

What's on Offer

• A competitive salary package reflective of your expertise
• Permanent position offering long-term career stability.
• Opportunity to work on impactful projects within the Energy industry critical for the energy transition economy.