Senior Engineer Electrical - High Voltage Systems

at; South Australia; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utility provider in South Australia seeks a Senior Engineer Electrical with expertise in high voltage systems. You will deliver technical investigations, design input, and lead compliance with electrical standards. Ideal candidates have a Tertiary qualification in Electrical Engineering, experience in auditing infrastructure standards, and the ability to provide technical guidance on safety matters. The role supports a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in the development and auditing of technical and infrastructure standards.
• Understanding of HV systems, protection schemes, and maintenance aspects.
• Chartered status or ability to obtain by June 2026.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership on Safety in Design matters.
• Liaise with engineering service providers for equipment design.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of HV technical standards.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

High Voltage systems

Technical leadership

Auditing technical standards

Education

Tertiary qualification in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Senior Engineer Electrical - High Voltage Systems

About the job

Our Engineering Solutions team are seeking an experienced High Voltage Electrical Specialist to provide expert technical support within our Electrical Engineering discipline. In this role, you will deliver high-level technical investigations, design input, system development, and advisory services across all aspects of electrical infrastructure and standards.

About Sustainable Infrastructure

The Sustainable Infrastructure group is dedicated to maximising value for customers and the community by developing innovative and optimised infrastructure plans, and overseeing the planning, construction, delivery, and maintenance of water and sewerage assets across the state and business.

About the Person

You are a seasoned electrical engineering professional with deep expertise in high voltage systems and infrastructure. With a strong background in technical investigations, design, and compliance, you bring a proactive and solutions-focused mindset to complex engineering challenges. You thrive in collaborative environments, and your ability to interpret and apply electrical standards ensures safe, reliable, and efficient outcomes.

You will act as an experienced practitioner for High Voltage (HV) electrical matters within our business, delivering high-level technical investigations, designs, reviews, systems development, audits, and advisory services related to all aspects of water and wastewater standards and infrastructure. Additional responsibilities include:

Duties

• Provide technical leadership on Safety in Design (SiD) matters.
• Provide field support and respond to ad hoc queries from Maintenance or Operations personnel.
• Liaise with engineering service providers, contractors, vendors and facilitate the seamless progress of equipment design, selection, fabrication, construction, and commissioning.
• Provide technical guidance to the High Voltage Switching Committee (HVSC) for SA Water, in the application of safe systems as a part of this committee.
• Provide specialised investigation, review, design, and technical skills for auditing of SA Water projects and evaluation of vendor information to meet safety, time and budget constraints.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of technical standards relating to HV systems for SA Water.
• Where necessary, liaise with the various power authorities and the Office of the Technical Regulator on compliance matters or general enquiries.

Skills and experience

• Tertiary qualification in Electrical Engineering.
• Experience in the development, utilisation and auditing of technical and infrastructure standards.
• Understanding of HV systems, protection schemes, testing, commissioning and inspection and maintenance aspects.
• Experience in the utilisation and auditing of technical and infrastructure standards.
• Have chartered status or the ability to obtain by 30th of June 2026.

To apply, click 'Apply'. Please submit and complete the application form, upload a cover letter and current resume, by 5:00PM 5th of December. For enquiries, please contact Gregg Forte from the Talent Acquisition team on [e-mail]

A great customer experience is best achieved by having a diverse and inclusive team that reflects the community we serve. Applications are encouraged from everyone, including people living with disability, job seekers of all ages, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.