Lead Electrical Engineer, Transmission Lines

ACCIONA is a global company leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65000 professionals present in more than 40 countries across the five continents all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference promote sustainable development and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change overpopulation and water scarcity Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.

OPPORTUNITES ACROSS VICTORIA NSW QLD AND PERTH

ACCIONA Mechanical & Electrical is a specialist division within ACCIONA delivering end-to-end mechanical and electrical design construction installation and commissioning services that support the transition to a low-carbon future.

With a strong presence across Australia we contribute to some of the nations most impactful infrastructure projects from renewable energy and transmission networks to sustainable transport systems and water infrastructure. Our work is grounded in ACCIONAs global commitment to sustainability innovation and social progress.

Benefits

• Global Business Unlimited Opportunities Strong Long-Term Pipeline of Work
• Opportunities across Melbourne Sydney Brisbane or Perth
• Annual pay review and discretionary bonus
• Career Development Strong Culture Inclusive and Support Environment
• Passionate about innovation and continuous improvement
• Opportunity to work across high profile projects
• Strong commitment to economic environmental and social progress

The Position

This role is ideal for a highly skilled engineer who combines deep technical expertise with a collaborative mindset and a passion for building sustainable future-ready infrastructure. As the Lead Electrical Engineer you will guide the design and delivery of high-voltage transmission systems that enable clean energy integration and strengthen community resilience.

Operating within an EPC (Engineering Procurement and Construction) framework the position is focused on developing cost-effective technically robust design solutions. A strong emphasis on constructability ensures that designs translate into efficient safe and sustainable outcomes during on-site execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full design lifecycle of complex systems from concept through integration and
• Validation including resolving design conflicts and ensure systems meet performance reliability and regulatory standards
• Apply RAM principles to enhance system maintainability availability and reliability
• Lead Value Engineering and Whole of Life assessments to improve cost-effectiveness and
• Sustainability ensuring engineering systems processes are integrated seamlessly
• Resolve major design control challenges and lead problem-solving efforts for complex technical challenges balancing project constraints such as cost time and quality

• Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering
• Chartered Status (including RPEV RPEQ NER & CPEng) or the ability to achieve
• 7 years senior experience in transmission line design (220kV)
• Advanced PLS-CADD skills (preferably to 500kV); working knowledge of PLS-Tower
• Strong understanding of HV transmission substations and applicable standards
• Skilled in preparing clear accurate reports drawings schedules and specifications
• Tier 1/Tier 2 contractor or TNSP experience highly regarded