Project Engineer, Stringing

Acciona S.A; Perth; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

WA opportunity

Clean Energy Link

Annual pay review

Professional development

Income protection

Salary packaging

Job summary

ACCIONA seeks a Project Engineer – Stringing in Western Australia to lead planning, coordination, and execution of stringing activities on high‑voltage transmission projects. You will ensure safety, technical compliance, and schedule adherence while delivering robust engineering solutions.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor in Electrical Engineering with 4+ years in 400kV projects, familiarity with Australian Standards, and strong project coordination skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 4+ years' experience on 400 kV transmission line projects.
• Knowledge of Australian Standards and utility guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement detailed stringing plans, schedules, and methodologies aligned with construction programs.
• Manage budgets and resources, track costs and prepare progress claims.
• Resolve technical issues related to stringing equipment, methods, and alignment tolerances.
• Prepare scope of works, setup of tower erection, and stringing methods to ensure safety and timely execution.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Transmission line experience

Engineering calculations

Education

Bachelor of Electrical Engineering

Job description

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.

Job Description Benefits:

• Western Australia based Opportunity
• Clean Energy Link
• Annual pay review and discretionary bonus
• Professional development opportunities
• Income protection and discounted Private Health options
• Salary packaging and Novated leases

The Project Engineer – Stringing

Position The Project Engineer – Stringing is responsible for managing the planning, coordination, and execution of stringing activities within transmission line construction projects. This role ensures project execution aligns with safety standards, technical specifications, quality requirements, and schedule commitments, contributing to the successful delivery of high-voltage transmission infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement detailed stringing project plans, schedules, and methodologies in alignment with overall construction programs.
• Manage budgets and resources effectively, including the tracking of costs and preparation of progress claims where required
• Resolve technical issues related to stringing equipment, methods, and alignment tolerances.
• Develop a program for the scope of works including staging, Guide and approve setup of tower erection, stringing methods to ensure proper safety and timely execution of work at the site.
• Prepare Preliminary Single Line Diagram (SLD) and reviewing substation drawings and designs.
• Providing expertise in tower erection, retrofitting works, stringing works, template/probe setting works for the foundation of the transmission line
• Assist in supervising final stringing and commissioning stages, ensuring technical accuracy and compliance with client and regulatory requirements.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Bachelor of Electrical Engineering or similar
• 4+ years’ experience in a similar role working across 400KV transmission line projects
• Proven experience in transmission line construction with a strong focus on stringing operations
• Familiarity with Australian Standards, utility guidelines, and relevant industry codes

ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in Australia, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.