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Principal Transmission Line Engineer

Melbourne, Victoria💼 Full-time🗓 2026-08-28 → 2026-09-26

Core

Lead the design and engineering of 500kV high-voltage transmission lines for major infrastructure projects in Victoria, ensuring compliance with Australian standards and delivering cost-effective outcomes.

Role type

Principal Transmission Line Engineer (Infrastructure)

Builds

High-voltage transmission line infrastructure (500kV systems)

Domain

Energy infrastructure / Power transmission

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

PLS-CADD design and optimization, high-voltage transmission line design (500kV), project scope and budget management, technical leadership, risk mitigation, stakeholder engagement, Australian electrical standards knowledge

Preferred skills

Experience with utilities, mentorship of junior engineers, familiarity with local regulations

Technologies

PLS-CADD

Responsibilities

Lead design and engineering for 500kV transmission lines; Develop and review PLS-CADD models for routing, clearance, and sag-tension; Manage project scope, budget, and schedule; Serve as technical SME for PLS-CADD; Oversee external design consultants; Engage with stakeholders to ensure regulatory compliance; Identify and resolve technical risks; Mentor junior engineers; Provide strategic updates to senior management

Seniority

Principal, hands-on IC with leadership

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