Technical Project Manager Substations

Siemens Energy; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Career development and learning

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

Siemens Energy in Sydney seeks a seasoned Substation Project Manager to drive the technical delivery of substation and skid solutions from design through commissioning.

You will coordinate electrical, civil, and structural engineering teams, manage technical risks, budgets and schedules, and liaise with customers, utilities, subcontractors, and internal hubs to meet Australian standards and project requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related field.
• 5–8 years of experience in technical project management or engineering leadership in substation projects.
• Experience interfacing with TNSPs/DNSPs and Australian energy sector standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage technical delivery of substation skid projects from design to commissioning.
• Coordinate cross-functional electrical, civil, and structural teams to deliver integrated designs on schedule.
• Oversee risk assessments, QA, and commissioning activities for substation equipment and skid assemblies.
• Serve as primary technical interface with customers, utilities, subcontractors and internal hubs.
• Collaborate with procurement and logistics to ensure timely delivery of HV components.

Skills

Substation design

Project management

HV equipment

Australian standards

Stakeholder management

AIS/GIS

PMP/CPPM

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Autodesk/2D CAD

Job description

You will support the Substation business in Australia as part of the Australian Substation team in Sydney within Siemens Energy Grid Technologies’ Asia Pacific division. You will drive the technical delivery and execution of substation and skid solutions, managing projects from design through commissioning while ensuring compliance with Australian standards, customer specifications, schedules, and budgets. Your day will involve coordinating electrical, civil, and structural engineering teams and working closely with customers, local utilities, subcontractors, procurement, logistics, and internal engineering hubs. You will also manage technical risks, project controls, stakeholder interfaces, and reporting to support localized grid connection requirements and the expanding APAC energy transition market.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Manage the technical execution of substation skid projects from design through commissioning, ensuring compliance with Australian standards and customer specifications.
• Coordinate cross-functional electrical, civil, and structural engineering teams to deliver integrated design packages on schedule.
• Oversee technical risk assessments, design reviews, quality assurance, and commissioning activities for substation equipment and skid assemblies.
• Serve as the primary technical interface for customers, local utilities, subcontractors, and internal engineering hubs, managing technical clarifications, variations, and approvals with Australian grid operators and regulatory bodies.
• Collaborate with procurement and logistics teams to support the timely delivery of high-voltage components and structural skids.
• Develop and maintain technical project schedules, identify critical-path milestones, and establish mitigation plans for project risks.
• Monitor technical budgets, resource allocation, scope, and change management to help prevent scope creep.
• Provide regular technical progress reports, risk registers, and performance metrics to APAC leadership.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline, with 5–8 years of experience in technical project management or engineering leadership specifically within substation projects.
• Proven experience in the Australian energy sector, including interfacing with local transmission and distribution network service providers (TNSPs/DNSPs).
• Strong expertise in substation engineering and design, including AIS/GIS and skid-mounted solutions, as well as high-voltage equipment and systems such as transformers, switchgear, protection, and control.
• Knowledge of Australian electrical standards and utility regulations, including AS/NZS standards and NER requirements.
• Technical project management expertise covering scheduling, risk management, budget control, contract and scope management, change orders, technical specifications, quality assurance, and commissioning procedures.
• Strong stakeholder communication, negotiation, cross-functional team leadership, problem-solving, and technical decision-making skills.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or AIPM Certified Practising Project Manager (CPPM) certification.
• Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) / National Engineering Register (NER) eligibility.

About the Team

Our Grid Technology division enables a reliable, sustainable, and digital grid. The power grid is the backbone of the energy transition. Siemens Energy offers a leading portfolio and solutions in HVDC transmission, grid stabilization and storage, high voltage switchgears and transformers, and digital grid technology.

Who is Siemens Energy?

At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. With ~100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably. The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and provide the base for one sixth of the world's electricity generation.

Our team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.

Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Energy: https://www.siemens-energy.com/employeevideo

Our Commitment to Diversity

• Opportunities to work with a team spread across different locations
• Opportunities to work on and lead a variety of innovative projects
• Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace where different perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences are valued and celebrated.
• Access a wide range of on-demand learning resources, development programs, and career growth opportunities to support your professional journey.
• Enjoy hybrid and flexible working arrangements that empower you to balance your career aspirations with personal commitments.
• Benefit from a people-centric culture that promotes well-being, continuous learning, and equal opportunities for growth and advancement.