Position: Lead Electrical Engineer
Location: Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Adelaide, Geelong.
Salary: up to $190.000

Design & Build Recruitment has partnered with Ventia, a leading essential infrastructure services provider, to find an experienced and ambitious Lead Electrical Engineer to join their expanding team.

The Opportunity:
Ventia Engineering Services (VES) is experiencing an exciting period of growth and change. As a specialist multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy with over 50 years of local experience, VES delivers outstanding engineering design across the full project lifecycle, from concept design through to operation and end-of-life. With recent project success and continuing high demand from clients, VES is seeking to expand its dynamic team of electrical and instrument engineers and designers.

We are looking for a Lead Electrical Engineer with strong design experience in Substations, Renewable Energy, and related sectors.

This role offers the opportunity to be involved in exciting and technically challenging work across a wide range of industries, including power utilities, solar and hydrogen, oil and gas, mining, water, and infrastructure in both the public and private sectors.

About Ventia:
Ventia is a top-tier infrastructure services provider that plays a critical role in supporting communities across Australia and New Zealand. As an ASX top 200 company, with a secondary listing on New Zealand’s Exchange (NZX), Ventia specializes in the long-term operation, maintenance, and management of essential public and private assets. Operating across various industry segments, including defence, telecommunications, transport, and social infrastructure, Ventia has built a proud legacy of delivering tailored outcomes for clients and communities alike.
Formed in 2015 from the merger of Leighton Contractors Services division, Thiess Services, and Visionstream, Ventia has continued to grow, acquiring Broadspectrum in 2020, which brought over 50 years of industry knowledge and experience into the fold. Today, Ventia boasts a diverse workforce of more than 35,000 people, operating across 400 sites in Australia and New Zealand.

As a Lead Electrical Engineer, you will:

• Work closely with Principal/Lead Engineers to drive project design and support the growing Electrical team.
• Complete and review power system calculations and modelling using industry-leading software, with a strong understanding of first principles and standards.
• Lead design projects from bidding concept to commissioning, collaborating with contractors and consultants.
• Take ownership and provide leadership to ensure technical project success.
• Undertake site audits/inspections and offer expert advice.
• Develop and review technical project deliverables at a technical authority level.
• Liaise with project stakeholders, clients, internal engineers, and project managers.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Expertise in design projects related to electrical substations, renewable energy, and the transmission or distribution sectors.
• Experience in solar PV and/or battery energy storage systems (BESS).
• In-depth knowledge of the Australian energy environment, particularly NEM grid connection requirements, the National Electricity Rules, and AEMO/NSP guidelines.
• Strong understanding of earthing, protection, cable, and HV design.
• Experience supporting the procurement team with technical knowledge of products, systems, and market sectors within the electrical industry.
• Proficiency in applying Australian Standards such as AS/NZS 3000, AS2067, AS62271, and relevant design standards and statutory regulations.
• Strong leadership abilities, a passion for mentoring young engineers, and a drive to ensure project success.
• Experience in two or more sectors: Renewables, Power Utilities, Substations, Solar, and Hydrogen.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, adept at working with diverse stakeholders.

Minimum Requirements:

• An Engineers Australia recognized tertiary engineering qualification.
• Current RPEQ/CPEng certification, or the eligibility and willingness to obtain these.
• Australian work rights (Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident).

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive remuneration: A salary package that reflects your skills and experience.
• Exciting and technically challenging work: Be part of projects that push the boundaries of what’s possible in infrastructure.
• Experience in varied projects across multiple sectors: Gain exposure to a wide range of industries and project types.
• Flexible working hours and location: Work in any of our offices across Australia, including Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Geelong, Adelaide, and Perth, with the flexibility to work remotely.
• Good team culture: Join a supportive and collaborative team with a strong focus on professional growth.

Apply: If you are an experienced Lead Electrical Engineer looking to take the next step in your career, we invite you to apply by sending your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience to [email protected] or call Jasmine on 0405 437 667 for a more detailed conversation.

For all other enquiries, please visit our website at www.designandbuild.com.au.