Senior Project Engineer - Transmission Lines

Location: Employment Type: Permanent Full Time Description: We bring the energy! Through purpose and people - not just through the infrastructure we operate, but through the way we show up for each other, our customers’ and our communities. The future of energy is in our hands. Let’s shape it together. We all want a future of energy we can be proud of. With us, you can. About the Role As part of our Transmission Project Development Team, you’ll provide technical expertise on transmission lines projects, collaborating with internal stakeholders and Design & Construction Delivery Partners to ensure successful project outcomes. Your specialist knowledge of transmission line structures, foundations and construction will help drive efficient, future-focused solutions across brownfield and greenfield projects. With a hybrid split (Office/WFH), this role is based in Southbank, Melbourne and is part of the Project Development, Transmission Delivery Team. This role will deliver real outcomes, including but not limited to: Technical Expertise – Provide engineering support for customer and company-initiated transmission projects Design & Assessment – Develop scopes, review brownfield/greenfield designs, and ensure constructability, safety, and maintainability (PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE & TOWER) Project Planning – Contribute to cost-effective business cases, supporting schedules, risk registers, and commercial offers Standards & Improvements – Identify opportunities to enhance standards and improve engineering processes Stakeholder Collaboration – Build strong relationships with internal teams and design service providers Leadership & Mentoring – Lead, coach, and share expertise with team members Estimations & Scheduling – Support development of accurate project estimates and timelines Substation/Terminal station Projects – Assist in scoping, risk assessment, and commercial inputs for transmission substations You don’t need to check every box; however, we are looking for a good combination of: Engineering Qualification – Tertiary degree in Civil, Structural, or Mechanical Engineering Licensing – Full driver’s license and Registered Engineer in Victoria (RPEV) – or eligibility Technical Expertise – Civil, Structural or Electrical engineering project experience around electricity networks and transmission lines Software - PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, and TOWER design software Proficiency Project Leadership – Strong understanding of lifecycles, design, construction, and regulatory compliance Communication Skills – Ability to simplify complex engineering analysis for non-engineers Team Development – Proven capability in coaching, mentoring, and leading project teams Stakeholder Engagement – Ability to build relationships across divisions and with external partners Industry Involvement – Engineers Australia membership (or equivalent) preferred; regular local travel required A real place to belong. We celebrate unique voices, refreshing perspectives and diversity in our team. Engage and connect through our social club, family day, wide range of events or by joining one of our Employee Network Groups. We believe in more than just competitive pay. Here’s what sets us apart: Flexibility : whether this is hybrid work, flexible hours, or part time arrangements, we’ll work with you to help balance work and life. Leave: more than typical personal leave and a generous 14 weeks of paid parental leave, with no minimum service. Community giving: a paid day to volunteer with our social impact partner, Foodbank, or for a cause that matters to you. Perks: we offer all the other perks you’ve come to expect like purchased leave, income protection insurance, novated leasing, corporate discounts, private health cover discounts and more. The AusNet experience is all about… Building an energy future to be proud of: We’re a trusted leader, with deep expertise, driven to do what’s right for our communities and customers. We’re committed to building an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce. We believe different perspectives are essential to our success, and we encourage all applicants to apply. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, we're happy to discuss how we can support you. At AusNet, we bring the energy! Ready to make your impact? Apply now!