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Principal Engineer - Primary Design (HV Substations)

Consolidated Power Projects Australia
Greater Adelaide SA

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Job Details

Permanent | Full-time

Benefits

Relocation assistance
Subscriptions
Work from home
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Referral program
On-site parking

Qualifications

Engineering
AI

Full Job Description

Introduction:
Full-time, permanent position
Based in our Adelaide head office. Flexible work arrangements available for those interstate and relocation assistance.
Join an industry leader who is supporting Australia move towards a renewable energy future

Description:
Who Are CPP?

CPP is a leading high-voltage infrastructure provider, connecting renewable energy projects to Australia’s electricity grid.

As a member of Quanta Services, a Fortune 500 company ranked #192 on the NYSX, 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 800 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.

Join us in shaping the future of energy.

Design & Engineering

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.

The Opportunity

As a Principal Primary Engineer at CPP, you will play a key role in delivering high-voltage substation projects that support the growth of Australia’s renewable energy and utility sectors. Your expertise will contribute to the successful execution of complex, large-scale infrastructure projects across the country, ensuring high-quality, technically sound primary electrical designs from concept through to construction support.

As a Principal Engineer, you will mentor and support upcoming Engineers whilst remaining involved in technical engineering skills and studies for projects. We are looking for candidates with proven experience in producing (not only reviewing) detailed engineering studies in a minimum of one of the following areas:

System Studies, including Load Flow, Short Circuit, Arc Flash and Low Voltage Protection Coordination
Earthing System Designs, EMF and LFI Designs
Insulation Coordination Studies
High Voltage cable sizing

In addition to the above you should also have a solid foundation in a range of primary design engineering skills, including but not limited to:

Conductor and busbar sizing
Short Circuit Forces
Lightning protection
Lighting studies
Understanding of substation equipment layouts
Preparing high voltage equipment specifications

Skills and Experiences:
About You

To be successful in this role, you will possess:
Tertiary qualifications in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering or equivalent
Demonstrated experience performing in a similar role in the HV electrical industry
Expertise in substation design
Hands on experience in either Arc Flash, Insulation Coordination Studies or Earthing
Power system study experience (not reviewing) including lightning, lighting, short circuit, load flow etc

Be rewarded at CPP.

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. We foster a culture of innovation and welcome fresh ideas – if you're ready to challenge the status quo, we want you to be part of our team.

Benefits include:

Above-market salary package with annual reviews
Annual bonus, discretionary based on individual and business performance
We offer flexible working options, with the ability to work from home
Access to study assistance for continuous development, and a strong focus on internal promotions to help you grow within
14 weeks paid primary parental leave and 4 weeks paid secondary parental leave
Up to 2 weeks of purchased leave
We actively invest in AI capability, providing access to premium AI subscriptions to help you work smarter, solve complex problems and deliver better outcomes
Choice between an iPhone or Samsung mobile & design specked engineering laptop and software
On site car-parking
Generous employee referral program up to $4,000
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

How to Apply:
To submit an application please upload your resume via the links provided.

For further information, please reach out to [email protected] however applications will not be accepted via email.

CPP is an equal opportunity employer that fosters a culture of achievement, personal development and offers a diverse, safe and supportive work environment.

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