Description We are unique Essential Energy is an organisation that values your voice, empowers your autonomy, recognises the strength in diversity, and prioritises your well-being while offering attractive remuneration and benefits. Take pride in having a meaningful impact on regional, rural and remote communities while being a pivotal player in the energy industry's future. About the role We are currently recruiting two Senior Engineering Officers within the Substation Design team. The preferred locations are Orange and Wagga although you can be based anywhere within the Essential Energy’s operational footprint . Do you currently have design experience with the high voltage electrical substation, or you would like to work on an electricity network that is geographically diverse? This is a network that is over 737,000 square km in size, encompassing areas of subtropical rainforests of the NSW South Coast, the snow-covered peaks of the Kosciuszko National Park and the barren outback of Broken Hill. Our highly engaged substation design team utilises 3D reality models and intelligent design systems to deliver quality and revolutionary detailed designs. Within the role you will be working with a team that is made up of supportive and collaborative professionals, that strive to achieve excellent results, take pride in their attention to detail and ensure that there is positive satisfaction from all internal and external stakeholders in the delivery of their high-quality designs. As a Senior Engineering Officer within the Substation Design Team, you will be responsible for the delivery of all aspects of substation design. This includes civil, building, primary electrical and secondary electrical design components. The role will also include responsibility for the evaluation and review of design drawings, preparation of equipment specifications, management of contract designers and mentoring of team members. About your experience We are looking for someone with: Extensive experience in a similar Substation Design engineering role in the Energy/Electrical and/or Utilities Industry Complete knowledge and application of current design philosophies, procedures, statutory requirements including Safe Design. Demonstrated experience to utilise analytical and technical knowledge to manage activities during planned and unplanned events providing appropriate solutions to technical/engineering issues in the Energy Network Technical environment About your skills We are looking for someone with: 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 To be successful in this role, you will need Associate Degree of Electrical Engineering (Power/Electrical) or Diploma/Advanced Diploma of Electrical Engineering or demonstrated capability through past employment experience and/or relevant qualifications. Work Cover NSW Construction Induction Certificate Current Driver's Licence Why Essential Energy As an Essential Energy team member, you’ll enjoy such benefits as: An attractive remuneration package which includes: 72hr 9-day working fortnight 16% superannuation Opportunity for overtime when required. Excellent working conditions, utilising world class design systems. Benefit of additional health and wellbeing support packages. Flexible working arrangements subject to business needs Paid parental leave for eligible team members The ability for further education and career development support Visit our employee benefits page for more information. We are proud to be recognised as a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women . An energy network doesn’t just keep the lights on… it’s a living network that needs to adapt to new and emerging energy generation technologies while still meeting the energy needs of customers. It requires innovation, commitment, and collaboration to bring people together to solve the energy delivery challenges of the modern world. Your potential will be realised, and you’ll feel a real sense of purpose and satisfaction knowing you have a pivot role to play in delivering the energy of the future to the people who need it today. For further information please review PD NET0287a and contact Richard Vaughan, Substation Design Team Leader on 0418 643 182 or Trinton Piltz, Substation Design Team Leader on 0427 296 451 Applications close on Wednesday 16 July 2025 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. At Essential Energy, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply to Essential Energy (including alternate formats of application forms or alternate ways for accessibility). 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