Description:
DescriptionABOUT THE ROLE
Our Power Projects team is currently managing significant high-voltage power and renewable energy projects across Australia. As an experienced Electrical Engineer, you will be based at our Underdale office in South Australia . You will work closely with multiple internal stakeholders and frontline leaders. Your primary focus will be on the detailed secondary design of HV & MV substations. Additionally, you will support construction operations and management as needed to ensure the successful delivery of projects within the agreed scope, timeframe, budget, quality, and safety standards.
Your day-to-day tasks will include, but are not limited to:
- Utilise CAD for detailed electrical design, creating single line diagrams, schematics, power supply layouts, cable and label schedules, and material lists.
- Assist with calculations and reports for both internal and external customers as required.
- Support senior engineers in achieving project deliverables.
OUR OFFER
- A generous salary package is on offer, and all the necessary tools to perform your job well.
- Become part of one of the leading service lines in the Energy & Utilities sector, celebrated for its strong community and passionate, high-achieving teams.
- A suite of health and wellness benefits and initiatives, including EAP, Beyond Blue and health insurance discounts.
- Access to Perks@Downer , which offers discounts and savings on various products, including retail items, travel deals, and entertainment options.
- Energy & Utilities has a dedicated internal mobility team that focuses on internal progression, succession identification, and thorough redeployment opportunities where appropriate. We invest in our people and are industry leaders in this regard.
- We are a Tier 1 ASX-listed company with in-house capabilities far exceeding traditional contractors.
ABOUT YOU
- Tertiary qualification in Electrical Engineering with a focus on power systems-related subjects.
- Skills and experience in the use of CAD for secondary and primary system design.
Experience using Micro Station and or AutoCAD would be an advantage. - Ability to read and understand basic electrical drawings such as SLDs, schematics and cable schedules.
ABOUT US (E&U)
Downer Group’s Energy & Utilities (E&U) business unit is an integrated, trans-Tasman team that provides services and solutions connecting communities to essential networks and infrastructure. We design, build, operate, and maintain today’s critical assets and networks, delivering comprehensive services across the water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial, and power generation sectors. Our expertise spans in-house technical smarts, specialist engineering, integrated OEM partners, and dedicated crews of qualified tradespeople.
We are an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people’s diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.
Click “Apply” to start your application. We look forward to hearing from you!
Please note that applications for this position will officially close on Sunday, 4th of May. We would like to encourage all interested candidates to submit their applications before the deadline.
For more information, please contact Ryan Delon, Talent Acquisition Business Partner , at ryan.delon@downergroup.com .
Downer does not accept unsolicited resumes, fees, or costs from recruitment agencies, search firms, or third parties. Candidates are welcome to submit their applications through the advertisement, but applications submitted via email will not be accepted .