Senior Transmission Lines Engineer

Overview

An exciting opportunity for a Senior Transmission Lines Engineer to join a well-established utility provider in Australia, delivering a decade of secured project work across a major transmission network. You'll play a key role in the technical development and engineering assurance of large-scale transmission lines projects, supporting both greenfield and brownfield schemes through design, estimation, and delivery.

With long-term career pathways, visa sponsorship, and support in transferring your UK qualifications, this role offers a highly attractive relocation opportunity for experienced engineers ready for a new challenge down under.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide engineering and technical support across major transmission line projects from concept to delivery.

• Develop scopes and specifications for project estimation, constructability, operability, and safety.

• Conduct detailed design using tools such as PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, and TOWER.

• Contribute to cost-effective project business cases by supporting schedules, risk registers, and commercial proposals.

• Lead technical reviews and drive improvements in design standards and processes.

• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and design/delivery partners.

• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a knowledge-sharing team culture.

• Provide timely support on estimation and project development documentation.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Civil, Structural or Mechanical Engineering.

• Chartered or near-chartered status preferred (Engineers Australia or UK equivalent).

• Eligible for registration as a Registered Professional Engineer in Australia.

• Extensive experience in transmission line design, construction, or project delivery.

• Strong working knowledge of Australian (or equivalent) electrical and structural standards.

• Proficiency with line design software (PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, etc.) and foundation design.

• Strong understanding of project lifecycles and stakeholder engagement.

• Ability to mentor others and communicate complex engineering concepts clearly.

• UK-based candidates with relevant HV or transmission experience will be supported with full qualification transfer and onboarding.

Benefits

• Visa sponsorship and full relocation support for UK-based candidates.

• Long term secured project work across Australia's growing energy infrastructure.

• Company-funded transfer of UK qualifications to Australian equivalents.

• Competitive salary package.

• Inclusive, safety-led workplace culture with a strong emphasis on development and wellbeing.

Why Apply?

Take your engineering career global. Be part of a major national utility shaping the future of sustainable energy infrastructure — with long-term security, relocation support, and the chance to enjoy life and work in one of the world’s most sought-after destinations.