Primary Design Engineer
Primary Design Engineer
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18-05-2025
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At Enerven we specialise in the design construction and maintenance of electrical telecommunications and renewable energy infrastructure. With deep expertise in South Australias distribution and transmission networks we play a key role in supporting the states energy transformation.
As part of our team youll contribute to major projects that are shaping the future of Australias energy sector. Our work is at the cutting edge of the renewable energy revolution helping to build a smarter more sustainable energy network for all Australians.
Whether youre an experienced professional or looking to take the next step in your career Enerven offers the opportunity to work on highimpact projects that make a real difference.
At Enerven were focussed on connecting you with tomorrow.
About the role
Enerven is seeking an experienced and motivated Primary Design Engineer to join our highperforming Engineering Design Team. In this pivotal role you will play a key part in delivering complex high voltage substation Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) and renewable energy infrastructure projects that are critical to Australias energy future.
From the 480MWh Summerfield BESS to the 2.8GWh Eraring BESS and the 500kV Goulburn River Solar Farm connection youll be contributing to landmark projects that are enabling the nations transition to a lowcarbon energy system.
Key Responsibilities
- Development and delivery of comprehensive design packages and technical reports
- Site Layouts & Elevations: Equipment layout plans constraint mapping and earth grid designs.
- Building & Architectural General Arrangements: Switchroom and O&M building layouts cable tray routing.
- Trenching & Cabling: Conduit routing plans cable schedules fibre/fire/security separation and block diagrams.
- Lighting & Minor Equipment: Lux contour plots pole specifications and lightning protection systems.
- Engineering Analysis & Reports: Covering shortcircuit forces fire and acoustic assessments lightning protection studies bus/conductor sizing sag/tension analysis oil containment and clearance verification.
- Site Mobilisation Layouts: Planning for laydown areas and temporary services for site establishment.
In addition you will:
- Contribute across all project phases from concept design and Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) to Issued for Construction (IFC) construction support and commissioning.
- Liaise effectively with clients OEMs and construction teams to ensure practical standardscompliant design outcomes.
- Support continuous improvement through the development of design tools templates and discipline best practices.
Specific qualifications and experience required include:
- Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) eligible for membership or already a member with Engineers Australia (CPEng desirable)
- Minimum 3 years experience in HV substation or BESS primary design
- Strong knowledge of relevant Australian Standards (e.g. AS2067 AS/NZS 7000 AS1768)
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or MicroStation (Revit 3D or BIM experience is a plus)
- Excellent technical report writing and communication skills
- Collaborative curious mindset with a commitment to quality design
- Current SA drivers license
- Experience aligned with gradelevel competencies
About us
At Enerven we want our work to make a difference. By connecting ideas people and technology were constantly learning adapting and designing solutions that are safer more sustainable and more costeffective. We offer awardwinning national recognised training an outstanding culture of safety and wellbeing and a supportive environment that fosters and recognises achievement.
Just some of the benefits include
- Flexitime accrual
- Excellent working conditions with a supportive leadership team
- 17.5% leave loading on annual leave
- 12.5% superannuation
- Leadership and career development opportunities
- Up to $900 in electricity reimbursement each year
- Automatic coverage from our income protection scheme
- Paid parental leave
Given safety is at the forefront of everything we do candidates will undergo comprehensive preemployment screening including a medical and a police check.
Dont let this opportunity pass you by. For further information or any queries about this role reach out to us at
Your journey towards a brighter greener future starts here!
Employment Type
Full-Time
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