Senior Substation Design Lead - HV/EHV & Renewables

Arcadis; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Arcadis Australia invites a Principal Engineer/Designer to lead technical projects for national energy substations. You will oversee concept through detailed design, ensuring high-quality outcomes and timely delivery.

You will mentor junior engineers, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, and support client discussions on earthing, protection, and integration of renewables. Strong communication and project leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in electrical/power engineering with chartered status preferred.
• Proven experience leading design teams for HV/EHV substations.
• Strong communication and client-facing skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver complex substation designs, reports, and proposals.
• Lead technical project teams and mentor junior engineers.
• Coordinate with other design disciplines to ensure design integrity.

Skills

Leadership

Technical authority

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Project coordination

Education

Electrical/Power Engineering degree

Chartered engineering

RPEQ status

Tools

CDEGS earthing software

ETAP

ATP/PSCAD/EMTP

Job description

Arcadis Australia invites a Principal Engineer/Designer to lead technical projects for national energy substations. You will oversee concept through detailed design, ensuring high-quality outcomes and timely delivery.

You will mentor junior engineers, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, and support client discussions on earthing, protection, and integration of renewables. Strong communication and project leadership are essential.