Project Engineer - Electrical

Ugl Group; Wagga Wagga City Council; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellbeing program

Discount portal

Salary continuance insurance

Flexible work arrangements

Career development

Job summary

UGL Group is seeking a Project Engineer – Electrical for an on-site FIFO role to manage design, delivery and commissioning of electrical systems across substations and transmission networks. You will ensure safety, quality and regulatory compliance while coordinating with stakeholders on schedule and budget.

The role requires a degree in Electrical Engineering, proven Brownfield Substation experience and strong project management skills, supported by a commitment to safety and risk management in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's level degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Experience with Brownfield Substation projects is essential.
• Strong knowledge of safety protocols and risk management in utilities projects.
• Proven ability to manage timelines, budgets and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop electrical designs and project plans meeting standards.
• Oversee installation, commissioning and troubleshooting of electrical systems including substations and transmission networks.
• Ensure all works comply with safety protocols and regulations.
• Monitor progress, perform inspections and maintain client documentation.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to align delivery with expectations.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Project management

Safety management

Communication

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Job description

Two CIMIC Group companies, UGL and CPB Contractors have been selected by Transgrid to deliver the 130km western section of the HumeLink high voltage electricity transmission project.

HumeLink is a new 500kV transmission project which will connect Wagga Wagga, Maragle and Bannaby in regional NSW that will significantly increase the capacity of the electricity network in Australia’s eastern states. HumeLink is one of Australia’s largest energy infrastructure projects, with about 365kms of proposed new transmission lines and a range of other new and upgraded infrastructure.

The HumeLink West scope of works, worth $1.4bn, includes delivery of new 500kV double circuit transmission lines spanning ~140kms from Wagga Wagga Substation to a new Substation at Gugaa, the Interface Point with HumeLink East near Gundagai and a new substation at Maragle in the Snowy Mountains for future connection to Snowy 2.0.

The Opportunity

The Project Engineer – Electrical, is responsible for designing, managing, and overseeing electrical projects and ensuring safety, quality and compliance.

Please note this role is based on site on a FIFO roster.

Key Accountabilities

• Developing electrical designs and project plans ensuring compliance with industry standards.
• Overseeing installation, commissioning and troubleshooting of electrical systems, including substations and transmission networks.
• Ensuring all electrical works adhere to safety protocols and relevant regulations.
• Monitoring project progress, conduct inspections and maintain documentation to meet the client’s quality standards.
• Working closely with internal and external stakeholders to align project delivery with client expectations.

About You

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Proven background in Electrical Engineering for Brownfield Substation projects.
• Strong understanding of safety protocols and risk management in Utilities projects.
• Effective project management and communication abilities to coordinate timelines, budgets, and stakeholders.

The successful candidate will be required to hold a current Construction Industry Induction Card (White Card or equivalent) and undergo a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing) prior to commencement.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support women in construction, Indigenous advancement and participation and encourage people of all cultural backgrounds to apply.

Benefits

• A rewarding career where we support your development, training and promote from within.
• Opportunities across all construction sectors so that there is always an opportunity suitable for the next stage in your career.
• Competitive remuneration and excellent benefits including a health and wellbeing program, discount portal and company-funded salary continuance insurance.
• Flexible work arrangements and a culture that values diversity and innovation.