Team Leader - HV Design

About us

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 Team Leader – HV Design you will be responsible for managing a team of HV Designers and Drafters to deliver high-quality designs and develop technical standards that align with project objectives and stakeholder requirements.

This role plays a key part in the design and development of high voltage primary systems, including substation general arrangements, bay and busbar layouts, lightning protection systems, and other critical components.

What You’ll Do

• Perform, review, and approve high voltage designs in compliance with Australian/IEC standards and Transgrid technical requirements.
• Lead and manage specialist studies in areas such as earthing, noise, electric and magnetic fields, and power coordination.
• Manage investigations and performance assessments of the high voltage network.
• Provide strategic input and technical guidance on complex multidisciplinary issues involving internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage the technical competency of the team, including implementation of Designer Technical Competency Assessments and development plans.
• Oversee feasibility studies to determine HV design requirements for proposed projects.
• Contribute to Transgrid strategic initiatives including the introductions of innovative design solutions

About You

• Tertiary qualification at degree level in Electrical Engineering
• Extensive knowledge and experience in high voltage substation design, including practical experience in both design and construction.
• Sound understanding of Safety in Design, National Electricity Rules (NER), and relevant Australian standards.
• Demonstrated experience in leading and managing engineering teams and stakeholders to deliver complex projects.

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. Connection links individuals to our purpose and strategy while fostering strong relationships among team members, customers, and partners.

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 Sunday 12th October 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.