Principal Engineer - Primary

Consolidated Power Projects; City Of Vincent; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above-market salary package

Annual bonus

Flexible working options (work from 

Study assistance

Parental leave (16 weeks)

Leave purchase

Device allowance

Job summary

Consolidated Power Projects (CPP) is expanding its Perth presence with a Principal Primary Engineer role. You will lead high‑voltage design studies, mentor engineers, and help establish CPP’s new WA hub while delivering end‑to‑end substations and HV projects for Australia’s renewable energy future.

Based in Perth, you will collaborate with cross‑functional teams, apply specialist HV engineering expertise, and drive technical excellence as CPP grows its national engineering capability.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering or equivalent.
• Chartered status (or ability to achieve upon commencement).
• 10+ years experience in the HV power transmission industry.
• Proven background in producing detailed engineering studies in HV domains.

Responsibilities

• Lead the production of detailed engineering studies (system studies, earthing, insulation coordination, HV cable sizing).
• Apply advanced primary design skills (conductor/busbar sizing, short circuit, protection coordination).
• Foster a collaborative environment and grow the Perth engineering hub.
• Undertake interstate travel to build stakeholder relationships.

Skills

Electrical engineering

HV design

Leadership

Project delivery

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Chartered status or eligible

Job description

• Based in our new Perth office, located in West Leederville
• Join an industry leader who is supporting Australia move towards a renewable energy future
• Great opportunity to shape and grow this new engineering hub from the ground up

Job Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: WA - West Leederville

Job Category: Engineering

• Full-time, permanent position
• Based in our new Perth office, located in West Leederville
• Join an industry leader who is supporting Australia move towards a renewable energy future
• Great opportunity to shape and grow this new engineering hub from the ground up

Job Description

CPP is a leading high-voltage infrastructure provider, connecting renewable energy projects to Australia’s electricity grid.

As a member of Quanta Services, a Fortune 500 company, and ranked #192 on the NYSX, we specialise in the design, construction, commissioning, and maintenance of substations, transmission lines, wind farms, and battery storage systems.

Established in 1996, we’ve connected more wind farms and renewable batteries than any other company. With over 800 employees and offices in Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane, we partner with Australia’s major transmission providers to deliver innovative, end-to-end solutions.

We’re excited to be growing our engineering capability in Perth with the opening of our first office in Western Australia. This is a significant milestone in our growth, creating new opportunities for engineers in WA to be part of our national team while contributing to the next chapter of CPP’s success. Our Perth office will become an important hub in our network, and we’re looking for talented engineers to play a key role in growing this new location from the ground up.

Design & Engineering

CPP has the largest in-house design and engineering team of any contractor in Australia, with over 200 specialists across Electrical Primary and Secondary, Civil, Structural, and SCADA disciplines. We provide end-to-end engineering solutions for high-voltage infrastructure, including nationally significant transmission projects, HV substations, wind farms and battery storage systems that drive Australia’s renewable energy transition.

Our engineers work closely with construction and operations teams, ensuring designs are practical, constructible, and continually refined through real-world feedback. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, we deliver solutions that support a stable, reliable, and sustainable energy future.

The Opportunity

Step into a career-defining role as Principal Primary Engineer at CPP, where you will play a key role in delivering high-voltage substation projects that support the growth of Australia’s renewable energy and utility sectors. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, WA you will be instrumental in helping establish and grow our new Perth engineering team, while providing hands‑on design expertise and leadership.

Key Focus Areas Include

• Lead the production of detailed engineering studies (e.g., system studies, earthing, insulation coordination, HV cable sizing)
• Apply advanced primary design skills (e.g., conductor/busbar sizing, short circuit forces, lightning/lighting studies, substation layouts, equipment specifications)
• Foster a collaborative, knowledge-sharing environment to support team capability growth and play an active role in embedding CPP in our newest location
• Undertake interstate travel to offices and project sites to build strong relationships with key stakeholders – critical to long‑term integration and success.

About You

Desired Skills and Experience

To Be Successful In This Role, You Will Possess

• Tertiary qualifications in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering or equivalent & Chartered Status (or the ability to achieve upon commencement)
• 10+ years experience in the HV power transmission industry
• Demonstrated proficiency performing in a similar role in the HV electrical industry
• Proven background in producing (not only reviewing) detailed engineering studies in a minimum of one of the following areas:
• System Studies, including Load Flow, Short Circuit, Arc Flash and Low Voltage Protection Coordination
• Earthing System Designs, EMF and LFI Designs
• Insulation Coordination Studies
• High Voltage cable sizing
• Expertise in primary engineering design, including conductor and busbar sizing, short circuit forces, lightning protection and studies, equipment layouts, and preparing HV equipment specifications)
• Natural leadership qualities and the ability to bring out the best in others
• Based in Perth or willing to relocate (relocation assistance available to those interstate)

Benefits Include

• Above-market salary package with annual reviews
• Annual bonus, discretionary based on individual and business performance
• Flexible working options, with the ability to work from home
• Access to study assistance for continuous development, and a strong focus on internal promotions to help you grow within
• 16 weeks paid primary carer's leave & 6 weeks paid secondary carer's leave
• Up to 2 weeks of purchased leave
• Choice between an iPhone or Samsung mobile & design specked engineering laptop and software
• Generous employee referral program up to $4,000
• Access to an extensive benefits and discounts program with savings at over 400 retailers
• Free Employee Assistance Program for you and your family, supporting physical, mental, and financial wellbeing

CPP is an equal opportunity employer that fosters a culture of achievement, personal development and offers a diverse, safe and supportive work environment.