Secondary Design Engineer

Design the secondary systems behind Australia's HV and UHV substations and renewable networks
National projects driving Australia's shift to renewable energyReal technical depth, with input from bid through to commissioningShape how the discipline works, not just what it delivers

Enerven delivers electrical infrastructure and telecommunications solutions that are vital to connecting communities across Australia. Our design, construction, and maintenance services ensure reliable power generation, transmission, and distribution to homes and businesses nationwide - and our commitment to renewable energy and resilient grid infrastructure sets us apart.
The expertise and dedication of our people spans the entire electricity network, so careers at Enerven are defined by meaningful contributions and impactful work.At Enerven, we’re connecting you with tomorrow.

About the role
As a Secondary Engineer at Enerven, you'll deliver secondary designs for HV and UHV substations and renewable energy projects across a national portfolio. The work spans single line diagrams, schematics, general arrangements, cable schedules and load calculations, from early concept and bid stages through to commissioning. Reporting to the Protection and Secondary Engineering Lead, you'll also review the work of other secondary engineers and provide technical guidance to less experienced members of the team. You'll work closely with designers, drafters, project teams and business development, making decisions that balance technical, commercial and contractual requirements. It's a role with real technical depth and the scope to influence how the discipline works, not just what it produces. This role is flexible to be based in either Sydney or Adelaide.
What you'll be doing
Developing HV and UHV substation and renewables secondary designs, including SLDs, schematics, general arrangements, cable schedules and load calculationsReviewing secondary designs and providing technical guidance to engineers, designers and draftersWorking alongside the specialist protection team to ensure secondary designs integrate cleanly with protection, control, metering and SCADA requirementsSupporting business development with conceptual designs, estimates and project proposalsImproving engineering processes, procedures and templates to lift consistency and quality of outputsProviding technical advice to internal and external stakeholders, weighing technical, commercial and contractual factorsContributing to value engineering opportunities and providing site-based support during construction and commissioning

About you
You're a qualified engineer with detailed knowledge of secondary design across substations and renewable energy projects, and a good working understanding of protection schemes and power engineering fundamentals. You've worked on HV or UHV transmission projects and can produce and review secondary deliverables with confidence. You plan and prioritise your own work well, estimate engineering effort realistically, and communicate clearly with engineers, drafters and non-technical stakeholders. You're also someone who looks for better ways of doing things and are happy to share your knowledge and experience with other members of the team.
What you'll bring
A degree in Electrical, Electronic or Mechatronic Engineering that supports admission as a Corporate Member of Engineers AustraliaExperience delivering secondary designs across renewable energy, transmission and distribution projectsDetailed knowledge of substation and renewables design principles, secondary schematics, and SCADA and telecommunications interfacesFamiliarity with protection schemes and protection fundamentalsEstimating skills for engineering scopes, along with strong planning and prioritising across multiple projectsA collaborative approach and the confidence to review others' work and support graduate engineers

About us
The work behind the networkWhen you join Enerven, you are working for a team guided by its core values of dependability, proactiveness and collaboration.
A skilled and diverse workforceOur broad industry skillset enables us to meet complex challenges with agility and expertise. Our team is at the forefront of change - building a more sustainable future by connecting Australia with tomorrow.
Outstanding culture of safety and well-beingHealth, safety and well-being form the foundations of our operations, and we have an unwavering commitment to the safety and wellbeing of our people, our customers and the community we serve.
Flexible work options and employee benefit programs Enjoy flexible working conditions that ensure you can have a better work, life balance, all in a collaborative, safe and supportive work environment. Our variety of employee benefits include:
Flexi-time accrual17.5% leave loading on annual leave13% superannuationUp to $900 in electricity reimbursement each yearGenerous Employee Referral Program with incentives of up to $5,000*Automatic coverage from our income protection scheme18 weeks paid primary carers parental leaveAbility to purchase extra annual leave of up to 20 daysSalary sacrifice towards novated lease vehicleCorporate discount towards health insurance and gym membershipsLeadership and career development opportunities
An inclusive and equal opportunity organisationWe value and respect the unique backgrounds and experiences of our employees, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. As members of the Diversity Council Australia, our employees can receive full access to research, events and expertise on all aspects of diversity and inclusion.
Given safety is at the forefront of everything we do, candidates will undergo comprehensive pre-employment screening, including a medical and a police check.
Don't let this opportunity pass you by. For further information or any queries about this role, reach out to us at recruitment@enerven.com.au
Be part of something bigger. Join Enerven and help connect Australia with tomorrow.