Project Engineer - Electrical

• Proudly making a difference with the transition to renewable energy
• Based in Syndey or Wagga Wagga with occasional travel to project site
• 9-day fortnight – extra day off (RDO) every two weeks

About us

At Transgrid, we play crucial role in connecting electricity generators to the distribution network that power homes and businesses - we operate over 13,000km of high voltage transmission wires and 110 substations in NSW and the ACT.

As Australia transitions to renewable energy, we are ensuring the transmission system can deliver clean and reliable energy to support the transformation. You will have an opportunity to make a real difference and leave a legacy.

About the opportunity

This is an exciting, permanent role with us at Transgrid working within our Major Projects division. You’ll be supporting Project EnergyConnect (PEC), which is Australia’s largest energy transmission project. It involves building a new 900km transmission line to connect the energy grids in New South Wales, Victoria and South Australia.

As a Project Engineer - Electrical, you’ll undertake detailed engineering management and support to various Project Managers, Site Managers and Construction Managers in project delivery. You will be a part of a project team to manage a lot of the technical, procurement, material, construction, design coordination and start-up and close out items.

About you

• Ability to travel and stay at the project site for approximately 4-5 days, every 3-4 weeks (project map and locations for Project EnergyConnect can be found on our website)
• Degree qualification in Electrical Engineering or substantial industry experience in the delivery of large scale projects
• High level of technical knowledge in the construction of substation or transmission line assets
• Experience in the management of construction contracts
• A current Drivers Licence.

Applications close end of day Sunday 19th January 2025

Please note, our vacancy close dates may be subject to change, we will assess applications as they are received. We do not accept agency introductions as Transgrid operates a direct sourcing model. 

Transgrid is committed to Health and Safety, the Environment, Equal Employment Opportunity, Diversity and Ethical Practices. All applicants are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to these areas.