At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead high-voltage infrastructure projects and collaborate with experts in renewable energy.
- Company: Join CPP, a top-tier provider in Australia's renewable energy sector.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible work options, competitive salary, bonuses, and career growth opportunities.
- Other info: Be part of a supportive team that values innovation and personal development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on Australia's energy future while advancing your engineering career.
- Qualifications: Degree in electrical engineering and experience in high voltage design required.
The predicted salary is between 118800 - 145200 $ per year.
CPP is a leading high-voltage infrastructure provider, connecting renewable energy projects to Australia’s electricity grid. As a member of Quanta Services, we specialise in the design, construction, commissioning, and maintenance of substations, transmission lines, wind farms, and battery storage systems. Established in 1996, we’ve connected more wind farms and renewable batteries than any other company. With over 850 employees and offices in Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and Perth, we partner with Australia’s major transmission providers to deliver innovative, end-to-end solutions.
CPP has the largest in-house design and engineering team of any contractor in Australia, with over 170 specialists across Electrical Primary and Secondary, Civil, Structural, and SCADA disciplines. We provide end-to-end engineering solutions for high-voltage infrastructure, including nationally significant transmission projects, HV substations, wind farms and battery storage systems that drive Australia’s renewable energy transition. Our engineers work closely with construction and operations teams, ensuring designs are practical, constructible, and continually refined through real-world feedback. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, we deliver solutions that support a stable, reliable, and sustainable energy future.
We’re seeking a Design Manager to play a pivotal role in the delivery of high-voltage infrastructure and renewable energy projects. Drawing on your electrical engineering expertise within the transmission and renewable industry, you’ll collaborate with subject matter experts across primary & secondary design, overhead lines, civil and structural disciplines. Your focus will be on bringing these inputs together, ensuring designs are well-integrated, compliant, efficient and aligned with client and industry requirements. As a central technical reference point, you’ll work closely with engineering management, design teams and external stakeholders to resolve challenges, maintain consistency across disciplines, and contribute to the successful delivery of complex, large-scale projects.
To be successful in this role, you will possess:
- Degree qualifications in electrical engineering and Chartered Professional Engineer status
- Significant experience in High Voltage engineering design within utilities or renewables
- A track record of contributing to large, multi-discipline projects
- Strong understanding of transmission grid projects and renewable energy connection requirements
- Exceptional communication and time management skills
At CPP, we value our people above all else. We’re dedicated to investing in and developing your talent to help you reach your full potential. By joining us, you’ll have the opportunity to work on industry-leading projects and access the latest technologies. With a strong history of providing clear career progression, we promote from within, offering pathways from Engineer, to Senior, Principal, leadership positions and beyond.
Benefits include:
- Above-market salary package with annual reviews
- Annual bonus, discretionary based on individual and business performance
- Flexible working options, with the ability to work from home
- Access to study assistance for continuous development, and a strong focus on internal promotions
- 16 weeks paid primary parental leave and 6 weeks paid secondary parental leave
- Up to 2 weeks of purchased leave
- Enjoy a range of salary packaging benefits, including novated leases, airport lounge memberships and exclusive Qantas Club offers
- Choice between an iPhone or Samsung mobile & design specked engineering laptop and software
- Generous employee referral program up to $4,000
- Access to premium AI subscriptions to help you work smarter
- Access to an extensive benefits and discounts program with savings at over 400 retailers
- Free Employee Assistance Program for you and your family, supporting physical, mental, and financial wellbeing
CPP is an equal opportunity employer that fosters a culture of achievement, personal development and offers a diverse, safe and supportive work environment.
Design Manager in Adelaide employer: Consolidated Power Projects
CPP is an exceptional employer located in South Granville, NSW, offering a unique blend of hands-on engineering and leadership opportunities within the renewable energy sector. With a strong commitment to employee development, flexible working options, and a culture that encourages innovation, CPP provides its team members with the chance to work on major projects while enjoying competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits. Join us to be part of a supportive environment that values your growth and contributions as we shape the future of energy together.
Contact Details:
Consolidated Power Projects Recruitment Team
