ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.
Job Description
Benefits
- Lead delivery of major 500 kV substation
- Grow technical leadership capability
- Work on complex national infrastructure
About the Project
ACCIONA will deliver a new 500 kV terminal station in Western Victoria. The project integrates major high voltage assets into the network. It includes Primary and Secondary system design across protection, control and automation. The work supports one of the region's most significant grid developments. You will help shape safe, reliable and constructible HV solutions.
About the Opportunity/Position
The Engineering Manager leads all design activities for the 500 kV terminal station. The role manages internal engineers and external consultants to deliver safe, cost effective and compliant design packages. It reports to the Senior Engineering Manager and partners with construction, estimating and client stakeholders. The focus is to guide multidisciplinary teams, oversee design programs and secure approvals.
What are the key accountabilities for the position?
- Lead Primary and Secondary design delivery
- Drive program control and track milestones
- Oversee consultant performance and compliance
- Improve constructability and value engineering
- Govern Safety in Design and design controls
- Resolve technical issues with stakeholders
Required Skills and Competencies
- Electrical engineering degree
- Chartered or near chartered
- 10+ years HV substation experience
- Strong protection and control expertise
- Lead multidisciplinary design teams
What we offer
Engineers at ACCIONA work on complex, meaningful infrastructure. You will join teams that solve technical problems and deliver projects with lasting community value. You will access development programs, supportive leaders and a culture built on safety, collaboration and innovation.
ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in Australia, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.
