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senior project engineer.
- brisbane, queensland
- posted 2 days ago
- closes 13 january 2026
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- brisbane, queensland
- permanent
- full-time
- job categoryengineering
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Senior Project Engineer – High Voltage (HV) Substation & Renewables Focus
Are you an Electrical Engineer ready to take ownership of complex HV projects within Australia's booming renewable energy sector?
This is a hands-on project delivery role with a leading global firm specialising in cutting-edge solar, battery storage (BESS), and wind projects. My client is seeking a dedicated Senior Project Engineer to ensure the successful, safe, and compliant construction of high-voltage infrastructure across various sites.
show moreThe Opportunity
You will be integral to the delivery of large-scale renewable energy substation, BESS, and wind projects across Australia. This role involves a strategic mix of office-based engineering and hands-on site presence (FIFO required), working closely with multidisciplinary teams, contractors, and key stakeholders to drive project milestones forward.
Key Responsibilities & Project Delivery
This position requires a high degree of technical ownership and documentation management, including:
Contract Management: Develop comprehensive subcontract scopes of work and review Request for Quotation (RFQ) submissions.
Documentation & Quality: Build detailed work packages, and be responsible for the development, implementation, and closing of Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).
Technical Oversight: Take ownership of the Request for Information (RFI) process and ensure the accuracy of redline drawings.
Safety & Compliance: Actively participate in design reviews, including safety in design, and attend Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) and site inspections.
Execution: Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, on budget, and built exactly to specification.
What We Are Looking For
We need a highly capable Project Engineer with a proven track record in high-voltage environments and large-scale infrastructure.
Essential Qualifications and Experience:
Qualification: Degree-qualified in Electrical Engineering.
Project Experience: Proven experience as a Project Engineer delivering large-scale energy projects. Prior experience with HV Substations, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), or Wind Farms is highly desirable.
Technical Expertise: Strong understanding of HV/LV systems, grid connections, and Balance of Plant (BOP) design and construction.
Logistics: Willingness and ability to FIFO (Fly-In, Fly-Out) or DIDO to project sites across Australia as required.
If you are a driven Engineer ready to make an impact, we encourage you to apply today. Join a great company working on exciting projects.
If you have any questions feel free to reach Natalie directly on: Natalie.coyne@randstad.com.au or 0497 597062.
**Applicants must have full working rights in Australia**
At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.
Senior Project Engineer – High Voltage (HV) Substation & Renewables Focus
Are you an Electrical Engineer ready to take ownership of complex HV projects within Australia's booming renewable energy sector?
Are you an Electrical Engineer ready to take ownership of complex HV projects within Australia's booming renewable energy sector?
...
This is a hands-on project delivery role with a leading global firm specialising in cutting-edge solar, battery storage (BESS), and wind projects. My client is seeking a dedicated Senior Project Engineer to ensure the successful, safe, and compliant construction of high-voltage infrastructure across various sites.
show moreThe Opportunity
You will be integral to the delivery of large-scale renewable energy substation, BESS, and wind projects across Australia. This role involves a strategic mix of office-based engineering and hands-on site presence (FIFO required), working closely with multidisciplinary teams, contractors, and key stakeholders to drive project milestones forward.
Key Responsibilities & Project Delivery
This position requires a high degree of technical ownership and documentation management, including:
Contract Management: Develop comprehensive subcontract scopes of work and review Request for Quotation (RFQ) submissions.
Documentation & Quality: Build detailed work packages, and be responsible for the development, implementation, and closing of Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).
Technical Oversight: Take ownership of the Request for Information (RFI) process and ensure the accuracy of redline drawings.
Safety & Compliance: Actively participate in design reviews, including safety in design, and attend Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) and site inspections.
Execution: Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, on budget, and built exactly to specification.
What We Are Looking For
We need a highly capable Project Engineer with a proven track record in high-voltage environments and large-scale infrastructure.
Essential Qualifications and Experience:
Qualification: Degree-qualified in Electrical Engineering.
Project Experience: Proven experience as a Project Engineer delivering large-scale energy projects. Prior experience with HV Substations, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), or Wind Farms is highly desirable.
Technical Expertise: Strong understanding of HV/LV systems, grid connections, and Balance of Plant (BOP) design and construction.
Logistics: Willingness and ability to FIFO (Fly-In, Fly-Out) or DIDO to project sites across Australia as required.
If you are a driven Engineer ready to make an impact, we encourage you to apply today. Join a great company working on exciting projects.
If you have any questions feel free to reach Natalie directly on: Natalie.coyne@randstad.com.au or 0497 597062.
**Applicants must have full working rights in Australia**
At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.
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