Principal HV Engineer - Perth Growth Hub Lead

Consolidated Power Projects Australia; Town Of Cambridge; Hybrid; AUD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above-market salary

Annual bonus

Flexible working options

Study assistance

16 weeks carer’s leave

2 weeks purchased leave

Device choice (iPhone or Samsung)

Employee discounts program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Consolidated Power Projects Australia (CPP) is growing its Perth engineering hub and seeks a Principal Primary Engineer to lead high‑voltage substation studies and hands‑on design. You will help establish CPP’s WA team, contribute to system studies and equipment specifications, and travel to project sites to strengthen stakeholder relationships.

You will bring 10+ years in HV transmission, Chartered status or progression toward it, and proven ability to deliver detailed studies in HV domains.

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience in the HV power transmission industry.
• Proven ability to produce detailed engineering studies in HV domains.
• Chartered Status or progression towards it upon commencement.
• Willingness to relocate to Perth or Perth-based relocation support.

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, lightning studies, layouts, equipment specs).
• Foster a collaborative environment to grow team capability and embed CPP in WA.
• Undertake interstate travel to offices/projects to build relationships with stakeholders.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Leadership

Primary design

HV transmission experience

Stakeholder management

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Chartered Status

Job description

Consolidated Power Projects Australia (CPP) is growing its Perth engineering hub and seeks a Principal Primary Engineer to lead high‑voltage substation studies and hands‑on design. You will help establish CPP’s WA team, contribute to system studies and equipment specifications, and travel to project sites to strengthen stakeholder relationships.

You will bring 10+ years in HV transmission, Chartered status or progression toward it, and proven ability to deliver detailed studies in HV domains.