Senior Engineer - Secondary (Utilities & Renewable Energy)

Cpp Elmo Hris; Doncaster; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading high-voltage infrastructure provider in Doncaster is seeking an experienced Senior Engineer – Secondary. The role involves delivering precise designs for secondary systems in the renewable energy sector. Candidates must have 7+ years of relevant experience and strong communication skills. The position offers an above-market salary, flexible working options, and extensive benefits, including generous parental leave and study assistance.

Benefits

Above-market salary package with annual reviews

Annual bonus based on performance

Flexible working options

Study assistance for continuous development

14 weeks paid primary carer’s leave

Generous employee referral program

Employee Assistance Program for wellbeing

Qualifications

• 7+ years experience in a similar role within Energy/Electrical utilities or renewable industries.
• Demonstrated experience leading complex secondary systems design projects.

Responsibilities

• Deliver timely and accurate technical designs for secondary protection and control systems.
• Support field staff, customers, and colleagues with design outputs.
• Join a team in delivering various industry-leading projects.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Stakeholder engagement

Complex secondary systems design

High-level communication

Education

Tertiary qualifications in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Introduction

• Full-time, permanent position, based in Doncaster of Dandenong offices
• Join an industry leader who is supporting Australia move towards a renewable energy future
• Full EPC contractor working on projects from design to commissioning

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 200 company, 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 700 employees and offices in Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane, 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 170 specialists across Electrical Primary and Secondary, Civil, Structural, and SCADA disciplines. We provide end-to‑end engineering solutions for high‑voltage infrastructure, from 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

Consolidated Power Projects is seeking an experienced Senior Engineer – Secondary to join our engineering team in Melbourne.

Secondary Design Engineers deliver timely and accurate technical designs while supporting field staff, customers and colleagues. The successful candidate will be able to produce accurate precision designs required for secondary protection and control (PAC) systems in the high voltage utility and renewable sectors. You will deliver complex internal and external secondary system design projects, and demonstrate capability of checking secondary system design outputs.

You will join a highly regarded in‑house Design & Engineering team of over 170 experienced professionals and play an integral role in the successful delivery of various industry leading projects.

Skills And Experiences

About You

To be successful in this role, you will possess:

• Tertiary qualifications in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
• Demonstrated experience leading complex secondary systems design projects
• 7+ years experience in a similar role within Energy/Electrical utilities or renewable industries
• High‑level communication and stakeholder engagement skills

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
• 14 weeks paid primary carer’s leave & 4 weeks paid secondary carer’s leave
• Up to 2 weeks of purchased leave
• 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

How to Apply

To submit an application please upload your resume via the links provided.

For further information, please reach out to [e-mail] however applications will not be accepted via email.

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