Senior Earthing Engineer

GHD; City of Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangements

Remote-friendly with office collab

Job summary

GHD is seeking a Senior Engineer – Earthing and Bonding to join its Design & Delivery Organisation. You will apply specialist earthing and bonding expertise on major Australian and global projects across renewable energy, power networks, transport, resources and critical infrastructure.

You’ll work with public utilities, asset owners and industrial operators to deliver high-quality design and field deliverables.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering required with professional status in progress or chartered where possible.
• Five+ years’ experience in earthing and bonding design across energy and resources, transportation and buildings.
• Experience in detailed design of transmission and distribution infrastructure including substations, overheads and underground cables.
• Strong communication, collaboration and ability to manage multiple projects within budget.

Responsibilities

• Deliver earthing, bonding and related projects from concept through construction and commissioning.
• Prepare and review design drawings, technical reports, inspection and test plans, and other deliverables.
• Manage design and quality of work packages, collaborating with client-side engineers through design reviews and workshops.
• Develop technical resources and provide training to build engineering capability.
• Estimate and prepare tenders and proposals for electrical scopes of work.
• Collaborate with colleagues across offices to pursue and deliver project opportunities.
• Perform site inspections and prepare reports for proposals, design delivery and construction activities.

Skills

Earthing design

Bonding design

EMF studies

EMC design

Substations design

Overhead lines

Underground cables

Report writing

Mentoring

Proposal leadership

Time management

Commercial management

Client relationships

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Chartered Professional Engineer status or progress

Job description

Job Description

At GHD, we don’t just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day. That’s why we pledge to support and empower all our people to make a positive impact when working hand in hand with our business to drive change. We’ll help you accelerate your career and empower you with the right technology and training as you bring ideas and projects to life. Together with your colleagues, clients and partners, you’ll make an impact that is felt by all. See where your commitment could take you.

Who are we looking for?

We’re seeking for a Senior Engineer – Earthing and Bonding to join our Design & Delivery Organisation’s Electrical Delivery team. Bring your specialist earthing and bonding experience to major Australian and global projects across renewable energy, power networks, transport, resources and critical infrastructure. Working with public utilities, government authorities, private developers, asset owners and industrial operators, you’ll gain exposure across GHD’s global markets of water, energy and resources, environment, property and buildings, and transportation.

Build your career with GHD’s Design & Delivery Organisation

• We support your needs. Access the wellbeing, development and tools you need to thrive.
• We help set your curiosity free. Learn from specialist knowledge and varied project experiences.
• We encourage creative minds. Bring new ideas to complex technical challenges.
• We connect you to what matters. Build meaningful relationships and create lasting community benefit.

Working with a collaborative and capable team, you will:

• Deliver earthing, bonding and related projects from concept through construction and commissioning.
• Prepare and review design drawings, technical reports, inspection and test plans, and other project deliverables.
• Manage the design and quality of work packages, collaborating with client-side engineers through design reviews and workshops, technical issue resolution and progress updates to support strong engineering, commercial and client outcomes.
• Develop technical resources and provide training and mentoring to build engineering capability.
• Estimate and prepare tenders and proposals for electrical scopes of work.
• Collaborate with colleagues across GHD offices to pursue and deliver project opportunities.
• Perform site inspections and prepare reports for proposals, design delivery and construction activities.

What you will bring to the team:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Chartered Professional Engineer status, or active progress towards obtaining it.
• Substantial relevant experience in the detailed design of transmission and distribution infrastructure, including substations, overhead lines and underground cable systems, with experience preparing associated reports, drawings and specifications.
• At least five years’ experience in earthing and bonding design, electrolysis assessment, lightning protection design, electromagnetic field studies and electromagnetic compatibility design across energy and resources, transportation, and property and buildings.
• A thorough understanding of the project development lifecycle.
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
• A collaborative approach, with a willingness to share knowledge, mentor others and contribute to team capability.
• The ability to work autonomously, seek input when needed and manage competing priorities effectively.
• Demonstrated experience preparing or leading successful proposals and marketing pursuits.
• Sound judgement, supported by proactive analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong time and commercial management skills, with the ability to deliver multiple projects within budget while maintaining effective internal and external client relationships.

Benefits

• GHD embraces hybrid work arrangements to create a work environment focused on well‑being, flexibility and productivity where our people can thrive.
• This supports the diverse needs of our workforce while balancing the benefits of remote working with the value of face‑to‑face collaboration in the office.

GHD is an equal opportunity employer, and we want everyone to be able to fully participate in our recruitment process. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all identities.

About Us

Come together and make a meaningful impact. We bring our people together to create something bigger and solve some of the world's most complex problems. Come and experience the power of commitment and see strategy and ideas come to life when you join GHD.

Our Pledge to You

At GHD, we don’t just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day. That’s why we pledge to empower our people to make a positive impact. Combining our deep technical expertise with the capabilities of our clients and partners, we respond to some of the most complex challenges facing our planet today. See where your commitment could take you.

Who We Are

GHD is a global professional services company that leads through engineering, architecture, and construction expertise. We are an employee-owned company with over 11,000 diverse and skilled individuals, across more than 200 offices spanning five continents. The Power of Commitment is our brand promise. It’s what makes us different. We are bound to our stated vision and determination to address humanity’s most urgent needs: to make water, energy and urbanisation sustainable for generations to come.

That’s the #PowerOfCommitment