Underground Design Engineer

About us:

At CitiPower and Powercor, we’re proud to deliver electricity to 1.3 million Victorian customers every day through our network of poles and wires. But more than that, we’re here to power communities, support local businesses and keep critical services running smoothly, we’re essential to them all – and none of this happens without our people.

We believe in an inclusive, welcoming workplace where everyone feels safe, valued and respected. From offering great benefits to creating real opportunities for growth, we’re committed to supporting you, your career and wellbeing. It’s why our people stick around, whether you live in the city or across regional and rural Victoria, we’re doing the work where it matters most - right in your own community.

As Victorians electrify everything from homes to transport, we’re focused on ensuring our networks are ready to meet that demand.

About the Role:

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Underground Design Engineer to join our Design team in a full-time and permanent capacity based at our CBD head office.   

The role itself is responsible for providing engineering expertise, design, estimating and design management of underground distribution and sub-transmission projects with CitiPower and Powercor. 

As part of the broader Design team, this role is responsible for the delivery of timely, cost effective and quality design related services through innovation, good design practice and a professional attitude towards delivering excellent customer service.

About you: 

You are a proactive and enthusiastic professional who enjoys technical challenges, working in a team and liaising with stakeholders to get the job done. By having a detailed approach, you will be utilising your extensive underground distribution and sub-transmission experience to influence and contribute to our many projects.

What you’ll deliver:

• Provide effective engineering design and advice in relation to the design of underground distribution and sub-transmission projects to agreed standards, and in accordance with the relevant technical manuals, OH&S Act, ‘Safety in Design’ guidelines and customer requirements
• Undertake minor surveying activities in accordance with the customer requirements, agreed timeframes, cost effective manner
• Assist with the development of design standards & policy in accordance with organisational, regulatory, and statutory requirements
• Prepare detailed construction plans for underground distribution and sub-transmission design projects and maintain system records in accordance with appropriate standards and customer requirements
• Prepare cost and resource estimates for the design component of underground distribution and sub-transmission projects in a timely manner and in accordance with Network Services established procedures
• Manage customers effectively by ensuring appropriate and regular communication on project progress.

To succeed in this role you’ll have:

• Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical)
• Eligible and working towards one of the following (or already registered):
• National Engineering Registration (NER)
• Registered Professional Engineer of Professional Australia (RPEng)
• Detailed knowledge and experience in underground distribution, sub-transmission and optic fibre project design
• Knowledge of GIS, AutoCAD design (or equivalent), electrical networks, operation, and construction plan
• Proven ability of developing and applying new technology/innovations
• Proven ability to apply project Design Management principles
• Knowledge of construction methods and techniques through on-the-job experience.

Your career with us:

 We have a diversity of teams across our business, all contributing to great customer and community outcomes. Our people are our most important asset, and we continually invest in nurturing their capability. We proudly strive to provide a safe, inclusive and sustainable environment where all our people feel respected, valued and supported to bring their whole selves to work and be the best they can be.

With an embedded Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Strategy and initiatives like our Women in Power networking group, and Sparkle, our LGBTQIA+ allies pride network, we’re committed to equal opportunities for all employees. 

We are proud to be recognised as a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for all women. Click here for more information on how we create and support a diverse and equitable workplace. 

Understand how our benefits can support you. We offer a health and wellbeing subsidy (up to $600 per year), paid parental leave of up to 15 weeks for the primary carer, and more. 

What’s next? 

If you think you have what it takes, but don’t necessarily check every box, or would like to discuss a different or flexible way of working, please still get in touch with us at careers@powercor.com.au

Please submit your application via our Careers website by 9th July. For the full Position Description, reach out to Tamara Duncan from the Talent Team at careers@powercor.com.au 

We encourage applications from all communities; people of all ages, nationalities, abilities and cultures, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQI+ community and people living with disability. 

If you require adjustments as part of the recruitment process to accommodate your needs, please don’t hesitate to discuss these with us. 

Beon, CitiPower Powercor and United Energy recognise Australia’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as the First Peoples and Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we work. We pay our respects to Elders past and present and acknowledge their ancient and continuing connection to Country.

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and supported to succeed. By making sure our workplace is physically and mentally safe, so that our people can be their authentic selves, share their unique perspectives and can thrive.