Principal Engineer

• Full time opportunity based in Sydney
• Flexible working arrangements with competitive salary
• Proudly making a difference with the transition to renewable energy

The Opportunity

This is a fantastic opportunity for you to join Transgrid as Principal Engineer, where you’ll play a key role in shaping the future of high voltage transmission system developments. You’ll lead cutting-edge power systems analysis, formulating strategic recommendations to optimise network performance while driving both short-term and long-term enhancements.

This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards. You’ll also spearhead the development of innovative solutions, manage complex technical challenges, and lead the coordination of joint network planning to make a significant impact in a dynamic field.

About You

• Tertiary qualifications at degree level in an appropriate discipline, or equivalent relevant experience and experience in the electricity industry, with Postgraduate qualifications in an appropriate discipline and knowledge in market modelling and simulation being desirable
• Extensive experience in the analysis and development of electricity transmission systems 
• Strong communication skills to engage effectively with customers, suppliers, contractors, technical experts, and senior management
• Substantial experience in the legislation and technical standards guiding system planning and working in accordance with a Quality Assurance System
• Extensive knowledge of national and international planning standards and practices, electrical networks engineering and operations, risk management (qualitative and quantitative) and quality assurance principles
• Well-developed people and service management skills, excellent written communications skills for persuasive reports and submissions, analytical, conceptual and problem-solving skills and proven experience in change management 

Recognition & Reward

We believe in providing our people personal, professional and social benefits so that they can deliver their best work each and 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.

Regardless of where you are in your professional journey, Transgrid powers your career by providing access to regular and on-going training, workplace mentoring and tertiary education. At Transgrid, you are encouraged to build a career that is right for you.

Who we are

At Transgrid, our work improves the lives of millions – from lighting up sports fields, schools and homes, to powering the wheels of commerce and everything else in between.

We offer fulfilling careers for driven people who can help ensure that our business and the essential services we provide to consumers, the community and key stakeholders are continually improving.

With us you will thrive in a collaborative environment where new ideas and knowledge sharing are encouraged, and where you’ll be supported through opportunities to develop and achieve your full potential.

This is an exciting time in the energy industry with the transition to renewable energy. Recent government policy documents outline plans to facilitate increasing transmission interconnection between states and development of renewable energy zones.

Applications close on Thursday 27 March 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.