Senior Urd Electrical Designer

Egis Group; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Remote working options

Competitive remuneration

Structured learning & development

Carer leave policy

Job summary

Egis Group is seeking an URD Designer to deliver detailed design and documentation for infrastructure projects, including subdivisions, public lighting, LCCs and NBN pits. You will lead design coordination, prepare plans, and ensure timely, high-quality outputs in a collaborative client-facing environment.

Requirements include a minimum of 2 years in Energex design, a degree in Electrical Engineering, and strong URD knowledge. The role offers flexible working and opportunities across Australia.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in Energex design and infrastructure.
• Qualifications in Electrical Engineering and experience in the electrical supply industry.
• Experience or knowledge of URD design principles and practices.
• Experience in electrical systems design including substations, switch rooms, earthing, transformers.
• Experience in engineering calculations (MD, cable sizing, transformer ratings, protection).
• Strong knowledge of Australian and IEC standards.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe, Excel and MS Office; excellent communication.

Responsibilities

• Undertake electrical engineering design services in accordance with scope and standards.
• Communicate with developers and gather information for fee calculations.
• Prepare and submit works plans, council approvals and relevant applications.
• Facilitate receipt of supply agreements and certificates of supply.
• Coordinate with other services and architectural features.
• Attend design coordination and on-site construction meetings.
• Complete safety in design documentation.
• Provide construction stage technical support including reviewing tenders and certifying claims.
• Request as-constructed documentation and facilitate Energex bond return.
• Assist in training and development of employees.

Skills

URD design

Electrical distribution

Overhead/Underground

AutoCAD

Adobe

Excel

Microsoft Office

Communication

Leadership

Australian Standards

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Adobe

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

As a member of our URD team, you will be responsible for delivering detailed design and documentation for a range of projects within the Infrastructure sector.

As a URD Designer, you will be responsible for leading the design and documentation of plans for projects including:

• Subdivisions


• Public Lighting


• Large Customer Connections (LCCs)


• NBN Pit and Pipe


• Authority relocations – Electrical, Communications & Gas.

You will be responsible for ensuring that designs are delivered on time and to the highest quality standards. You will work closely with our clients, project managers, and other members of the team to ensure that all project requirements are met from start to finish.

Role responsibilities

• Undertake electrical engineering design services in accordance with the applicable standards, project scope of works and project specifications.


• Communicate with developers and gather required information to carry out fee calculations.


• Prepare and submit works plans, council approvals and relevant applications as necessary.


• Facilitate the receipt of supply agreements and certificates of supply as necessary.


• Coordination with other services and architectural features.


• Attendance at design coordination meetings and on-site construction meetings as required.


• Complete and maintain all safety in design documentation.


• Provide construction stage technical support including reviewing tenders and certifying claims.


• Request as constructed documentation and facilitate return of Energex bond.


• Provide assistance in the training and development of employees.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in Energex design and Infrastructure.


• Qualifications in Electrical Engineering and experience in the Electrical Supply Industry including a working knowledge of Overhead/Underground distribution and/or transmission mains.


• Experience or knowledge of the design of electrical systems such as substation layout, switch room design, earthing design, transformer bay design, lightning protection system etc.


• Experience in engineering calculations such as maximum demand, cable sizing, transformer rating, switchboard rating, motor starter rating, CT & VT rating, protection settings etc.


• Strong technical knowledge of URD design principles and practices


• Strong knowledge of Australian Standards, IEC standards and Industry standards.


• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe, Excel, and Microsoft Office suite


• Excellent Communications skills


• Proven leadership ability

The Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements, including remote working options and full-time or part-time working hours.


• Competitive remuneration


• Purchased additional annual leave.


• A structured learning and development framework to align with career progression goals and dedicated individual training / conference allowances.


• An inclusive team culture that celebrates performance and rewards accordingly.


• Paid Primary and Secondary Carer Leave Policy, reflecting our commitment to work-life balance.


• Support structures like our Employee Assistance Program, professional mentoring, and buddy program for new starters.


• Opportunities to work on special interest projects.


• Opportunities to work across government, private and resource sectors.


• Opportunities to travel for work across multiple offices.


• Great cultural environment where teamwork and camaraderie are promoted and valued.


• Supportive leadership based on openness.

Egis is committed to creating an inclusive, creative culture that embraces diversity and flexibility. We offer generous parental leave, support flexible work practices and strive to create an environment where employees can connect, collaborate, grow and succeed.

We are expanding across Australia and New Zealand and are excited for you to join our growing team.

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