Equipment Engineer

At Transgrid, we play a crucial role in connecting electricity generators through our transmission network to the distribution network that power homes and businesses - We operate over 13,000km of high voltage transmission wires and 128 substations in NSW, VIC and the ACT. 

It is an exciting time in the industry as we are leading the transition to Australia’s clean energy future, with a growing network and the extra career opportunities that this growth brings.

The Opportunity

The Equipment Engineer role will see you responsible for providing expertise on high voltage equipment to support capital projects, operations, and maintenance. You will support investigations into issues with both new and existing high voltage equipment, including defects and failures.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and manage technical standards and specifications for HV and MV equipment to meet Transgrid’s long-term objectives.
• Ensure equipment compliance through supplier engagement, documentation review, and factory/site inspections.
• Provide technical advice and support for substation equipment across the transmission network.
• Contribute to technical investigations into equipment defects and failures, recommending corrective and preventative actions.
• Evaluate tenders, supplier capabilities, and manufacturing facilities to support sourcing strategies.

About You

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or Advanced Diploma with extensive HV equipment experience.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work independently with initiative and problem-solving capability.
• Proven experience in supplier engagement, design reviews, testing, and technical issue resolution.
• In-depth knowledge of power systems equipment, insulation systems, engineering practices, and safety in design.
• Knowledge of systems including Word, Excel, TRIM, Ellipse.

Our Values 

Transgrid’s core values encompass safety, achievement, integrity, and service. Prioritising safety above all, the company emphasises making a meaningful impact through achievement, upholding honesty through integrity, and delivering exceptional outcomes for customers and communities through dedicated service. These values are ingrained in the actions and behaviours of Transgrid’s people, who embody them every day.

What’s in it for you? Benefits & Perks 

At Transgrid, we empower our people with a well-rounded benefits package designed to support their personal, professional, and social well-being, helping them deliver their best work every day.  

Employees have access to a range of corporate discounts across retail, utilities, travel, health  and wellbeing, as well as novated leasing options, workplace flexibility, 20 weeks paid parental leave and more. 

Applications close 11.59pm Monday 17th November 2025. Please note, our vacancy close dates may be subject to change, and we will assess applications as they are received.

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.