At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and deliver major transmission line projects while collaborating with diverse teams.
- Company: Zinfra, a leader in Australia's energy and utilities infrastructure.
- Benefits: Flexible work arrangements, paid parental leave, and professional growth opportunities.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace valuing diversity and offering excellent career development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on Australia's renewable energy future and develop your engineering career.
- Qualifications: Degree in Structural Engineering or related field with transmission line design experience.
The predicted salary is between 90000 - 110000 $ per year.
Zinfra is a leading partner in the design, build, operation and maintenance of Australia's energy and utilities infrastructure. Delivering an annual portfolio of more than $1.2 billion, our work helps keep energy flowing safely and reliably to communities across Australia while supporting the nation's energy transition.
As a Senior Transmission Line Engineer, you will play a key role in shaping and delivering some of Australia's most significant transmission infrastructure projects. Working within our Engineering team, and reporting to our Principal Transmission Line Engineer, you'll provide technical input across bid development, detailed design and project delivery, helping to develop practical, constructable and commercially sound engineering solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop transmission line design solutions, including line, tower and foundation designs, across bids and major project delivery programs.
- Lead technical input into tenders, value engineering initiatives, constructability reviews and risk assessments to support successful project outcomes.
- Provide specialist engineering advice, review and validate design deliverables, calculations and technical documentation to ensure quality and compliance.
- Manage relationships with clients, design consultants, suppliers and project teams to achieve programme, commercial and engineering objectives.
- Contribute to the development of engineering standards, tools, innovation initiatives and capability uplift across the broader engineering function.
About You:
- Degree qualification in Structural Engineering preferred, however qualification in electrical or other related Engineering discipline may be considered.
- Demonstrated experience delivering transmission line engineering designs within electricity transmission or energy infrastructure environments.
- Strong understanding of relevant Australian and international design standards, tendering processes and engineering governance requirements.
- Demonstrated experience with PLS CADD and PLS Tower.
- Experience with Space GASS or other structural software considered an advantage.
- Experience supporting major bids, design-and-construct projects or EPC projects, including technical solution development and consultant management.
- A practical, resilient and collaborative approach, with the ability to make informed decisions, challenge constructively and maintain high standards under pressure.
Why Work With Us:
Delivering safe and reliable energy infrastructure makes a difference to communities across Australia every day. As the energy industry evolves, you'll have the opportunity to work on complex transmission projects that support Australia's renewable energy future while developing your career within a respected and growing organisation.
Benefits include:
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements where appropriate
- Paid parental leave and universal reproductive health leave
- Purchased annual leave options
- Employee Assistance Program for employees and families
We champion and value diversity in life and work experiences because broader perspectives strengthen our problem solving, decision making and ability to innovate. We welcome applications from everyone, including First Nations peoples, veterans, people living with disability and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.
If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.
During the recruitment process, you may be required to undertake pre-employment checks, including a pre-employment medical, reference checks and a national police check.
Senior Transmission Line Engineer in Sydney employer: Zinfra PTY Ltd.
Zinfra PTY Ltd. is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises collaboration and innovation in the energy and infrastructure sector. Based in Canberra, employees benefit from a supportive environment that fosters professional growth through ongoing training and development opportunities, while also being part of impactful projects with major clients like Evoenergy. The company values safety and quality, ensuring that team members are equipped to deliver exceptional results in a rewarding and meaningful role.
