Senior Electrical Engineer - Primary
Consolidated Power Projects Australia
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Resumo da oferta
Consolidated Power Projects Australia in Brisbane is seeking a Senior Primary Engineer to lead high-voltage substation design and deliver end-to-end HV solutions for renewable energy projects. You will perform hands-on studies, supervise conductor and busbar sizing, and coordinate with construction teams to ensure practical, constructible designs.
Based in Queensland, you will play a key role in CPP’s growth, supporting interstate travel and stakeholder engagement while upholding safety and
Qualificações
- Tertiary qualifications in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering or equivalent with Chartered Status.
- 5+ years’ experience in the HV power transmission industry.
- Proven background producing detailed engineering studies in system studies, earthing, insulation coordination, or HV cable sizing.
- Expertise in primary engineering design including conductor and busbar sizing, short circuit forces, lightning protection and studies, equipment layouts.
- Based in QLD or willing to relocate.
Responsabilidades
- Hands-on detailed engineering studies (e.g., system studies, earthing, insulation coordination, HV cable sizing).
- Apply primary design skills (conductor/busbar sizing, short circuit forces, lightning/lighting studies, substation layouts, equipment specifications).
- Foster collaboration and knowledge sharing within the team and new location embedding.
- Undertake interstate travel to offices and project sites to build relationships with key stakeholders.
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Descrição da oferta de emprego
Consolidated Power Projects Australia – South Brisbane QLD
CPP is a leading high-voltage infrastructure provider, connecting renewable energy projects to Australia’s electricity grid.
As a member of Quanta Services, a Fortune 500 company ranked #192 on the NYSX, we specialise in the design, construction, commissioning, and maintenance of substations, transmission lines, wind farms, and battery storage systems.
Established in 1996, we’ve connected more wind farms and renewable batteries than any other company. With over 800 employees and offices in Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, and Perth, we partner with Australia’s major transmission providers to deliver innovative, end-to-end solutions.
Join us in shaping the future of energy.
CPP is a leading high-voltage infrastructure provider, connecting renewable energy projects to Australia’s electricity grid.
As a member of Quanta Services, a Fortune 500 company ranked #192 on the NYSX, we specialise in the design, construction, commissioning, and maintenance of substations, transmission lines, wind farms, and battery storage systems.
Established in 1996, we’ve connected more wind farms and renewable batteries than any other company. With over 800 employees and offices in Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, and Perth, we partner with Australia’s major transmission providers to deliver innovative, end-to-end solutions.
Join us in shaping the future of energy.
CPP has the largest in-house design and engineering team of any contractor in Australia, with over 200 specialists across Electrical Primary and Secondary, Civil, Structural, and SCADA disciplines. We provide end-to-end engineering solutions for high-voltage infrastructure, including nationally significant transmission projects, HV substations, wind farms and battery storage systems that drive Australia’s renewable energy transition.
Our engineers work closely with construction and operations teams, ensuring designs are practical, constructible, and continually refined through real-world feedback. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, we deliver solutions that support a stable, reliable, and sustainable energy future.
Step into a career-defining role as Senior Primary Engineer at CPP, where you will play a key role in delivering high-voltage substation projects that support the growth of Australia’s renewable energy and utility sectors. Reporting to the Manager, Primary Design you will be instrumental in the success of our Queensland engineering team, while providing hands-on design expertise.
Key focus areas include:
- Hands on detailed engineering studies (e.g., system studies, earthing, insulation coordination, HV cable sizing)
- Apply well rounded primary design skills (e.g., conductor/busbar sizing, short circuit forces, lightning/lighting studies, substation layouts, equipment specifications)
- Foster a collaborative, knowledge-sharing environment to support team capability growth and play an active role in embedding CPP in our newest location
- Undertake interstate travel to offices and project sites to build strong relationships with key stakeholders – critical to long-term integration and success.
To be successful in this role, you will possess:
- Tertiary qualifications in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering or equivalent & Chartered Status (or the ability to achieve upon commencement)
- 5+ years’ experience in the HV power transmission industry
- Demonstrated proficiency performing in a similar role in the HV electrical industry
- Proven background in producing (not only reviewing) detailed engineering studies in a minimum of one of the following areas:
- System Studies, including Load Flow, Short Circuit, Arc Flash and Low Voltage Protection Coordination or
- Earthing System Designs, EMF and LFI Designs or
- Insulation Coordination Studies or
- High Voltage cable sizing
- Expertise in primary engineering design, including conductor and busbar sizing, short circuit forces, lightning protection and studies, equipment layouts, and preparing HV equipment specifications)
- Based in QLD or willing to relocate
At CPP, we value our people above all else. We’re dedicated to investing in and developing your talent to help you reach your full potential. By joining us, you’ll have the opportunity to work on industry-leading projects and access the latest technologies. We foster a culture of innovation and welcome fresh ideas – if you're ready to challenge the status quo, we want you to be part of our team.
- Above-market salary package with annual reviews
- Annual bonus, discretionary based on individual and business performance
- Access to study assistance for continuous development, and a strong focus on internal promotions to help you grow within
- 16 weeks paid primary parental leave and 6 weeks paid secondary parental leave
- Up to 2 weeks of purchased leave
- We actively invest in AI capability, providing access to premium AI subscriptions to help you work smarter, solve complex problems and deliver better outcomes
- Generous employee referral program up to $4,000
- Access to an extensive benefits and discounts program with savings at over 400 retailers
- Free Employee Assistance Program for you and your family, supporting physical, mental, and financial wellbeing
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