Senior Engineer - Structural

Consolidated Power Projects Australia; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above-market salary package

Annual bonus

Flexible working options (work from  

Study assistance

Parental leave 16 weeks

Purchased leave 2 weeks

AI capability access

Device option: iPhone or Samsung

Employee referral program

Employee discounts program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Consolidated Power Projects Australia (CPP) is seeking a Senior Engineer - Structural to lead design for complex HV infrastructure projects in Australia. You will own outcomes across substations, transmission lines, wind farms and battery storage structures, coordinating with principal engineers, designers and clients to deliver practical, buildable solutions from concept to construction.

You will also provide technical guidance during construction, contribute to CPP's design standards, and

Qualifications

• Degree in structural engineering or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in structural design across multi-discipline infra.
• Strong knowledge of relevant Australian standards and utility practices.
• Experience with HV infrastructure projects is advantageous.
• Proven ability to lead design across concept to construction.

Responsibilities

• Own structural engineering outcomes across HV infrastructure projects.
• Develop practical, high-quality structural solutions for substations and transmission structures.
• Produce calculations, technical reports and drawings; coordinate with other disciplines.
• Mentor graduate engineers, designers and drafters; support project teams.
• Provide technical support during construction and contribute to engineering standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Independence

Mentoring

Education

Tertiary qualifications in Structural Engineering

Tools

SPACE GASS

Strand7

L-Pile/RS-Pile

RCC and Ram Concept

Job description

Introduction

• Full-time, permanent position
• Based in our Adelaide head office
• Provide technical direction on complex structural engineering challenges

Description

Who Are CPP?

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.

Design & Engineering

CPP has the largest in-house design and engineering team of any contractor in Australia, with over 180 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.

The Opportunity

CPP continues to secure some of Australia's largest renewable energy and utility infrastructure projects, creating an exciting opportunity for a Senior Engineer - Structural to join our growing engineering team.

In this role, you'll take ownership of structural engineering outcomes across a range of complex high-voltage infrastructure projects. Working closely with Principal Engineers, designers, project teams and clients, you'll develop practical, high-quality structural solutions for substations, transmission infrastructure and power-related structures, from concept and tender through to detailed design and construction.

You'll take design responsibility on nominated projects, applying your structural engineering expertise to calculations, technical reports and drawings, while coordinating with other engineering disciplines to deliver integrated design outcomes. You'll also provide technical support during construction and contribute to the continual improvement of our engineering standards and systems.

Beyond your project responsibilities, you'll have the opportunity to play an active role in developing and mentoring others, supporting graduate engineers, structural designers and drafters as they build their technical capability and confidence. You'll also build strong relationships with clients and contribute to CPP's growing structural engineering capability.

Skills and Experiences

About You

To be successful in this role, you will possess:

• Tertiary qualifications in Structural Engineering
• 5+ years' experience in a structural engineering role, ideally within a project-based consultancy, construction, utilities or renewable energy environment
• Demonstrated experience in structural design across steelwork and foundation systems within complex, multi-discipline infrastructure environments
• Strong working knowledge and understanding of relevant Australian Standards and utility practices
• Proficiency in structural engineering software such as SPACE GASS, Strand7, L-Pile/RS-Pile, RCC and Ram Concept
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with clients, project teams and other engineering disciplines
• The ability to work with increasing independence, take ownership of design outcomes and manage competing project priorities
• A willingness to mentor and support graduate engineers, structural designers and drafters

Be rewarded at CPP.

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.

Benefits include

• Above-market salary package with annual reviews
• Annual bonus, discretionary based on individual and business performance
• We offer flexible working options, with the ability to work from home
• 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
• Choice between an iPhone or Samsung mobile & design specked engineering laptop and software
• 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

CPP is an equal opportunity employer that fosters a culture of achievement, personal development and offers a diverse, safe and supportive work environment.