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 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

In your role as Intermediate Design Engineer, you will provide technical advice, design expertise, and support in the development of standards for transmission lines and cables.

Working closely with the Senior Engineers, you will deliver high-quality engineering designs and contribute to the successful execution of capital and maintenance projects.

What You’ll Do

• Perform, review, and approve transmission line and cable designs in compliance with Australian/IEC standards and Transgrid technical requirements.
• Ensure all designs approved for construction meet relevant legislation, standards, policies, and procedures.
• Investigate and implement innovative design solutions to meet evolving business and project needs.
• Incorporate Safety in Design (SiD) principles into all design work.

About You

• Degree qualification in Civil, Structural, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in the functional layout design of transmission lines and/or cables, with specialised expertise in relevant technical processes and procedures.
• Strong working knowledge of Australian and International Standards and Codes of Practice related to transmission line and cable design.
• Proficient in PLS-CADD, with experience in CDEGS, CYMCAP, ProjectWise, MicroStation, and other design tools.

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 05/06/2026. Please note, our vacancy close dates may be subject to change, and we will assess applications as they are received.