Senior EHV Substation Engineer (330–500kV) – Hybrid

WSP; Australia; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in Australia is seeking an Associate/Principal Electrical Engineer - EHV Substations to join our Power & Energy team and lead the design and delivery of major transmission projects across the country. You will provide technical leadership on 330kV–500kV substations, mentor engineers, and develop layouts, equipment specs, and design documentation, while engaging clients and project stakeholders.

Flexible and hybrid working arrangements and opportunities for professional growth are offered

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical, Power Systems or equivalent engineering discipline.
• Significant experience in HV/EHV substation design within power/utilities.
• Proven track record delivering substation projects in the 330kV to 500kV range.

Responsibilities

• Leading the delivery of EHV/HV substation primary design packages.
• Providing technical direction and mentorship to engineers across the business.
• Undertaking and reviewing power system studies and design calculations.
• Developing substation layouts, equipment specifications, and design documentation.
• Supporting project delivery teams through design reviews and construction phases.
• Engaging with clients, utilities, contractors, and key project stakeholders.
• Contributing to proposals, technical excellence initiatives, and capability development.

Skills

Electrical design

HV/EHV substations

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

WSP in Australia is seeking an Associate/Principal Electrical Engineer - EHV Substations to join our Power & Energy team and lead the design and delivery of major transmission projects across the country. You will provide technical leadership on 330kV–500kV substations, mentor engineers, and develop layouts, equipment specs, and design documentation, while engaging clients and project stakeholders.

Flexible and hybrid working arrangements and opportunities for professional growth are offered