Airswift is proud to be partnering with one of Sydney’s leading Distribution Network Service Providers (DNSP) to support the delivery of critical substation infrastructure across NSW. As the energy sector undergoes rapid transformation, we are seeking a Secondary Systems Substation Design Engineer to join their in-house engineering team and play a key role in delivering secure, efficient, and modern power systems for millions of customers.

About the Company

Our client is a major DNSP responsible for planning, designing, and operating the electricity distribution network across metropolitan and regional NSW. As the backbone of Sydney’s electricity infrastructure, they are investing in modernising substations, integrating distributed energy resources, and enabling the transition to a more sustainable energy future.

This is your opportunity to contribute to complex, high-impact projects in a stable, long-term engineering environment with an organisation committed to technical excellence and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver detailed secondary system designs for high-voltage substations (132kV and above), including protection, control, metering, SCADA, and communications systems.

Develop schematics, wiring diagrams, cable schedules, and termination drawings in line with internal DNSP standards.

Create and review technical documentation such as design reports, protection settings, interface documents, and test procedures.

Collaborate with primary systems, SCADA, and civil design teams to ensure seamless integration across disciplines.

Participate in design reviews, constructability assessments, and hazard identification studies.

Coordinate with OEMs, internal stakeholders, and external consultants to ensure alignment with project scope and compliance.

Support commissioning and site teams with design clarifications and issue resolution.

Ensure compliance with DNSP standards and Australian regulations (AS/NZS 2067, 3000, 7000).

What We’re Looking For

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.

5–10+ years’ experience in secondary systems/substation design, ideally within a DNSP, utility, or major EPC.

In-depth knowledge of protection and control systems, including logic diagrams, relay settings, and SCADA interfaces.

Strong understanding of relevant Australian standards and DNSP-specific guidelines.

Proficiency with design software such as AutoCAD, EPLAN, or similar.

Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate across teams and stakeholders.

A strong safety mindset and commitment to engineering best practice.

What’s On Offer

Permanent full-time position based in Sydney with flexible work options.

Competitive remuneration of $150,000 – $180,000 + Super + Bonus.

Long-term career opportunity with a major DNSP at the forefront of the energy transition.

Access to major infrastructure projects focused on network modernization and future grid readiness.

Inclusive and supportive team culture with a focus on technical development and career progression.