Principal HV Substation Design Engineer | Lead & Mentor

Conpower; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above-market salary

Annual bonus

Flexible working options

Study assistance

Parental leave

Leave purchases

Salary packaging

Phone / laptop provided

Employee referral program

AI capability access

Employee discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

CPP is a leading Australian engineering contractor with a large in-house design team delivering HV infrastructure nationwide.

As the Principal Primary Engineer, you will lead HV substation designs from concept through to construction, mentor engineers, and contribute to major projects across the country. You will apply expertise in system studies, insulation coordination, and HV equipment specifications to ensure safe, reliable power solutions.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering or equivalent
• Demonstrated experience performing in a similar role in the HV electrical industry
• Expertise in substation design
• Hands on experience in Arc Flash, Insulation Coordination Studies or Earthing
• Power system study experience (not reviewing) including lightning, lighting, short circuit, load flow etc

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-voltage substation designs from concept through to construction support
• Mentor and support upcoming Engineers while staying involved in technical skills and studies
• Produce detailed engineering studies in HV areas and contribute to project execution

Job description

CPP is a leading Australian engineering contractor with a large in-house design team delivering HV infrastructure nationwide.

As the Principal Primary Engineer, you will lead HV substation designs from concept through to construction, mentor engineers, and contribute to major projects across the country. You will apply expertise in system studies, insulation coordination, and HV equipment specifications to ensure safe, reliable power solutions.