We are unique Join our organisation and experience a culture that fosters camaraderie and personal growth, serving and connecting the regional communities of NSW and southern QLD. Enjoy work-life balance and training and development opportunities across a diverse range of career pathways. About the role We are currently recruiting for a Senior Engineering Officer - Network Design to join the Network Substation Design. This role can be based from Port Macquarie, or other Essential Energy Substation Design office locations within NSW. The Senior Engineering Officer is responsible for the implementation of processes in the analysis, design, planning, execution, and technical evaluations across a broad range of technical functions relating to the completion of design, including development of new criteria and applications of knowledge and procedures for Network Design. The role will also require some management responsibility for the evaluation and design of programs of work, and validation of equipment and systems while assisting in the development of broad plans, budgets, and strategies. Complete, implement and manage the delivery of the design work packets including design, drafting and review of designs to achieve maximum commercial and technical performance as directed Complete investigations and preliminary design drawings to be included in project definition documentation as required Responsible for the coordination of engineering surveys as required to obtain relevant data to complete detailed designs Prepare design cost estimates to assist with the implementation and monitoring of strategic expenditure programs for the Network Design Group across its various functions Provide mentoring, training and development to other team members as required within Network Design About You In order to be successful in this position, you will possess: Extensive experience in a similar Substation Design engineering role in the Energy/Electrical and/or Utilities Industry Sound understanding of energy regulatory legislation. Complete knowledge and application of current overhead and underground design philosophies, procedures, Australian standards and statutory requirements including Safety in Design. Demonstrated experience in utilising analytical skills and technical knowledge to provide appropriate solutions to technical/engineering issues. About your skills Demonstrated problem solving and decision-making skills with the ability to manage diverse and complex issues. Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to deliver technical services in a professional and timely manner. Strong attention to detail and commitment to produce quality work. Strong time management skills with excellent planning and organisational skills, to be able to handle a varying complex workload Required Qualifications Associate Degree of Electrical Engineering (Power/Electrical) or Advanced Diploma of Electrical Engineering or demonstrated capability through past employment experience and/or relevant qualifications. WorkCover NSW Construction Induction Cert. Driver's Licence Level 3 Restricted Zone Substation Access Why Essential Energy We offer competitive remuneration commensurate with skills and experience and 16% superannuation. For information on our employee benefits (such as Fitness Passport, Apple, JB Hi-Fi and Dell Employee Purchase Programs and 26 weeks paid parental leave for primary and secondary carers) please visit our Employee Benefits page. We are proud to be recognised as a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women. We're a business with a huge range of operational and corporate roles aimed at connecting our communities. As a pivotal player in the energy future of NSW and the country - we cover 95% of NSW and parts of southern QLD - we are an organisation with a wider variety of roles than you may first think. Whether you want to work remotely, in a coastal region or rurally, we will invest in you, develop you and help you shape a career in energy that will give you future opportunities you may never have realised in a sector where there is so much to explore. For further information please contact Craig Wing, Substation Design Team Leader on 0448 063 379. Applications close on 15 May 2024 at 11:55pm. Passionate people. Global thinking. Regional heart. Building a better energy future. Essential Energy is committed to building a culturally diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourages applicants to apply regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As an organisation, our aim is to champion inclusivity in the workplace and celebrate the difference in all our employees.