Senior Primary Electrical Engineer

At Grid-Link, we're all about making the energy transition actually happen, not just talking about it.

We're a specialist engineering consultancy that delivers comprehensive solutions for integrating energy assets into the grid. Our sweet spot is combining deep technical expertise in power systems, modelling and compliance with real, hands-on experience in Design, Grid Connection, HV testing, commissioning, and project delivery.

In short, we help get energy projects connected, energised, and moving faster and with less risk. Our goal is simple: enable a more sustainable, carbon-free energy future.

Due to recent growth, we're seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer – Primary to join our Engineering and Commissioning team.

About the opportunity

You'll provide expert electrical engineering services to clients across every phase of their project, from concept design and detailed design through to technical due diligence, owner's engineer roles during construction and commissioning, and ongoing operations. You'll lead the development of efficient, constructable electrical systems design across HV primary, secondary and MV reticulation, with a particular focus on HV substations, solar farms, wind farms and BESS electrical balance of plant.

What you'll be doing

• Lead concept to detailed design of HV substations, wind farms, solar farms and BESS electrical balance of plant

• Deliver electrical studies including HV/MV cable sizing, arc flash, short circuit forces, earthing and lightning protection, insulation coordination, EMC, load flow and fault levels, TRV and energisation studies

• Review and develop technical specifications and bills of materials, and lead safety in design and constructability reviews

• Act as technical authority and reviewer for designs, specifications, calculations and reports

• Support tendering, procurement and project development activities

• Provide technical guidance to delivery teams during construction and commissioning

• Manage design and engineering activities to meet project timelines and budgets

• Support business development through proposals, technical inputs and client presentations

• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior and mid-level engineers

What you'll bring

Essential:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering (or equivalent)

• Minimum 15 years' experience in the power and renewable energy sector

• Proven consulting background with exposure to major infrastructure and utility clients

• Demonstrated experience on large EHV substation and utility-scale renewable projects in Australia

• Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng)

• Strong Australian experience and knowledge of NEM, NSP practices and regulatory frameworks

Valued:

• RPEQ and/or RPEV, or eligibility to obtain

Why Grid-Link

Grid-Link offers a stimulating environment where your expertise will play a pivotal role in driving the energy transition forward. Join us in shaping a sustainable future powered by cutting-edge electrical engineering solutions.

A full position description is available upon request.

For a confidential conversation, reach out to Julien at Forward Talent.

Grid-Link is an engineering and project delivery consultancy specialising in complex energy infrastructure. We support projects from design through to connection and operation, combining technical expertise with practical delivery experience. Working across renewable energy, storage and grid systems, we help ensure infrastructure is buildable, compliant and performs from day one.