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Principal Engineer - Substations

Brisbane, QueenslandFull-time2026-10-07 → 2026-10-22

Core

Lead and grow a primary design team delivering FEED and procurement-level design services for high-voltage substation projects.

Role type

Principal Primary Design Engineer

Builds

FEED studies, concept and preliminary designs, technical specifications, single line diagrams, and layout drawings for substation systems.

Domain

High-voltage power engineering and EPC for substations, lines, and BESS BoP.

Required skills

Primary design expertise, substation systems knowledge, equipment selection, compliance with AS/NZS/IEC standards, AutoCAD proficiency, project management, team leadership.

Preferred skills

RPEQ license, experience with complex grid connection projects.

Technologies

AutoCAD

Responsibilities

Oversee preparation of FEED studies and technical specifications; provide SME guidance on primary plant selection and design standards; mentor and build a design team; ensure designs are procurement-ready and compliant with industry regulations.

Seniority

Principal, hands-on IC with team leadership