Design and deliver protection systems that keep critical energy infrastructure safe, reliable, and ready for the future
- Work across full lifecycle of major energy infrastructure projects
- Hands-on design, analysis, and real-world commissioning exposure
- Strong team support with opportunities to mentor and grow
Enerven delivers electrical infrastructure and telecommunications solutions that are vital to connecting communities across Australia. Our design, construction, and maintenance services ensure reliable power generation, transmission, and distribution to homes and businesses nationwide – and our commitment to renewable energy and resilient grid infrastructure sets us apart.
The expertise and dedication of our people spans the entire electricity network, so careers at Enerven are defined by meaningful contributions and impactful work.
At Enerven, we’re connecting you with tomorrow.
About the role
The Protection Engineer supports the design and delivery of protection systems across the full project lifecycle, from early concept and bidding through to commissioning and close-out. The role involves developing and reviewing designs, contributing to estimates and proposals, and working closely with project teams to ensure practical and compliant solutions. It also supports project delivery by resolving technical issues and improving engineering processes to increase consistency and efficiency.
Day to day you will:
- Prepare and review protection design deliverables, including single line diagrams, protection philosophies, settings calculations, relay configurations, and network studies (fault and load flow).
- Provide day-to-day technical support across projects, working with delivery teams from design through to commissioning.
- Ensure all designs meet relevant standards, regulations, and client requirements.
- Support project development activities, including input to scope, estimates, and technical solutions.
- Contribute to improving engineering processes, tools, and templates to drive consistency and efficiency.
- Assist and mentor junior engineers and provide site support during construction and commissioning as required.
About you
This role suits an engineer with a solid grounding in power system protection and the ability to apply that knowledge to practical design and problem-solving. They should be comfortable working across the full project lifecycle, communicating clearly with both engineers and non-technical stakeholders, and managing competing priorities. Attention to detail, a methodical approach, and a willingness to support others and contribute to improving how work is done are important.
Specific qualifications and experience required include:
- Degree in Electrical/Electronic/Mechatronic Engineering, that will allow admission as Corporate Member of Institute of Engineers, Australia
- Experience across renewable energy, distribution, and transmission projects
- Strong time and budget management skills, with clear accountability
- Effective teamwork skills and ability
About us
The work behind the network
When you join Enerven, you are working for a team guided by its core values of dependability, proactiveness and collaboration.
A skilled and diverse workforce
Our broad industry skillset enables us to meet complex challenges with agility and expertise. Our team is at the forefront of change – building a more sustainable future by connecting Australia with tomorrow.
Outstanding culture of safety and well-being
Health, safety and well-being form the foundations of our operations, and we have an unwavering commitment to the safety and wellbeing of our people, our customers and the community we serve.
Flexible work options and employee benefit programs
Enjoy flexible working conditions that ensure you can have a better work, life balance, all in a collaborative, safe and supportive work environment. Our variety of employee benefits include:
- Flexi-time accrual
- 17.5% leave loading on annual leave
- 13% superannuation
- Up to $900 in electricity reimbursement each year
- Generous Employee Referral Program with incentives of up to $5,000*
- Automatic coverage from our income protection scheme
- 18 weeks paid primary carers parental leave
- Ability to purchase extra annual leave of up to 20 days
- Salary sacrifice towards novated lease vehicle
- Corporate discount towards health insurance and gym memberships
- Leadership and career development opportunities
An inclusive and equal opportunity organisation
We value and respect the unique backgrounds and experiences of our employees, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. As members of the Diversity Council Australia, our employees can receive full access to research, events and expertise on all aspects of diversity and inclusion.
Given safety is at the forefront of everything we do, candidates will undergo comprehensive pre-employment screening, including a medical and a police check.
Don't let this opportunity pass you by. For further information or any queries about this role, reach out to us at [email protected]
Be part of something bigger. Join Enerven and help connect Australia with tomorrow.
