Design Manager - Transmission Lines

At Transgrid, we connect electricity across NSW and the National Electricity Market, supporting Australia’s transition to a cleaner energy future. The Hunter Transmission Project (HTP) is a critical initiative delivering new transmission infrastructure to unlock renewable energy zones, strengthen network reliability, and support long-term energy security. This is an opportunity to play a key role in a complex, large-scale project shaping the future of Australia’s energy network.

About the role

In your role as Design Manager, you will oversee the development and integration of detailed engineering designs, ensuring alignment with project objectives, technical standards, and delivery schedules. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, this role coordinates with stakeholders, manages design documentation, and supports the resolution of design-related issues throughout the project lifecycle.

About You

• Significant experience in managing design activities within infrastructure (such as civil, tracks, road, foundations) or transmission projects.
• Familiarity with relevant technical standards, design processes, and project delivery methodologies.
• Strong coordination and communication skills.
• Experience in design documentation and review processes.
• Tertiary qualifications in engineering, design, or a related field.

Reward and Recognition

We believe in providing our people with personal, professional, and social benefits so they can deliver their best work each and every day. Employees have access to a range of corporate discounts across retail, utilities, travel, and health & wellbeing, as well as novated leasing options, workplace flexibility, 20 weeks of paid parental leave, and more.Regardless of where you are in your professional journey, Transgrid powers your career by providing access to regular and ongoing training, workplace mentoring, and tertiary education. At Transgrid, you are encouraged to build a career that’s right for you.

Our Leadership Principles

At Transgrid, our Leadership Principles - Courage, Care, Clarity, and Connection - form the foundation of how we lead. Courage means embracing challenges and doing what’s right. Care focuses on leading with heart, valuing people as the core of our organisation. Clarity ensures teams understand success and their impact, while Connection links individuals to our purpose and strategy while fostering strong relationships among team members, customers, and partners.

Please note vacancy close dates may be subject to change. We will assess applications as they are received. Closing date 29 May 2026.

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.