Intermediate Design 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 131 substations and switching stations in NSW, VIC and the ACT. 

The Opportunity

In your role as Intermediate Design Engineer, you will deliver designs and provide technical support for the implementation of Substation Control and Automation Systems, assist in the development of Transgrid secondary system standards, and ensure alignment with project objectives and compliance to stakeholder requirements and Australian and International standards as appropriate.

In addition, you will provide technical reviews on designs conducted by external design service providers.

What You’ll Do

• Design and review substation control, and automation systems for Transgrid projects.
• Provide technical advice, develop Transgrid standards, and prepare design documentation for control and automation systems.
• Support commissioning, installation, construction, fault investigations, and perform system studies (e.g., SCADA, utility system communication protocol, automation network, transformer AVR, Reactive Plant Controller, condition monitoring).
• Review specifications, drawings, and design documents; consult with stakeholders and subject matter experts as needed.
• Plan and manage design deliverables, budgets, schedules, and procurement inputs to ensure project objectives are met.

About You

• Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) with experience in substation control, automation, and protection system design.
• Knowledge of control systems, automation network, HV plant and switchgear, and relevant Australian/International standards.
• Familiarity with substation automation, secondary systems architecture, communication protocols, and cyber security requirements.
• Proficiency in substation automation system like zenon, clearSCADA, geoSCADA, CGI or equivalent, and experience with IED and network configurations.
• Strong ability to manage and review designs, ensure compliance, and collaborate effectively within teams, stakeholders and with external consultants.

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 & wellbeing etc, as well as novated leasing options, workplace flexibility, 20 weeks paid parental leave and more.

Applications close 11.59pm Monday 20th April 2026. 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.