Senior Project Engineer - Energy Grid Infrastructure

Transgrid; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Novated leasing

Workplace flexibility

20 weeks parental leave

Corporate discounts

Job summary

Transgrid is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to lead delivery on major infrastructure projects in the energy sector. Based in Sydney CBD, Wallgrove, or Newcastle depot, you will support project managers, coordinate procurement, engineering design, and construction teams, and drive successful delivery from start to finish.

You’ll bring a Civil/Structural/Electrical/Mechanical engineering degree, 4–8 years of experience, and strong knowledge of transmission line or substation construction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering.
• 4–8 years of experience delivering large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of transmission line or substation construction.
• Experience managing construction contracts and stakeholder agreements.
• Proficiency in risk management, quality assurance, and project reporting.
• Excellent problem-solving, leadership, and stakeholder engagement.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and monitor all project phases to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery.
• Provide engineering support, resolve construction challenges, and ensure compliance with standards and specifications.
• Collaborate with Construction, Procurement, Engineering Design, Project Development, and Asset Management teams.
• Track project performance, budgets, and risks; provide regular reports to leadership.
• Mentor junior engineers and ensure adherence to HSE regulations and governance frameworks.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Risk management

Quality assurance

Project reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Structural, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Transgrid is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to lead delivery on major infrastructure projects in the energy sector. Based in Sydney CBD, Wallgrove, or Newcastle depot, you will support project managers, coordinate procurement, engineering design, and construction teams, and drive successful delivery from start to finish.

You’ll bring a Civil/Structural/Electrical/Mechanical engineering degree, 4–8 years of experience, and strong knowledge of transmission line or substation construction.