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Project Design Manager

Transgrid 🇦🇺 Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Full-time Manager

Lead the planning and delivery of multidisciplinary design activities for high-voltage substations and transmission line projects from concept through to commissioning. Manage and mentor a team of project engineers while acting as the primary technical interface between stakeholders, contractors, and suppliers.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the planning and delivery of multidisciplinary design activities for high-voltage substations and transmission line projects from concept through to commissioning. Manage and mentor a team of project engineers while acting as the primary technical interface between stakeholders, contractors, and suppliers.

Requirements

  • Requires a degree in Electrical Engineering and extensive experience leading multidisciplinary teams on complex high-voltage infrastructure projects. Candidates must demonstrate strong commercial acumen and a proven track record in design management across all project phases.

Benefits

  • Corporate Discounts
  • Novated Leasing
  • Workplace Flexibility
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Training
  • Workplace Mentoring
  • Tertiary Education

Key Skills

Electrical engineering High‑voltage substation design Transmission line design Project planning Team leadership Stakeholder liaison Commercial acumen Design management Mentoring engineers Regulatory compliance Risk management Budget control Construction coordination Technical interface Problem solving Communication Collaboration Safety standards Project commissioning

About Transgrid

We’ve ensured the smooth operation of over 11,517 km of high-voltage transmission lines and 136 substations and switching stations across NSW and the ACT, with interconnections to QLD and VIC. Our most crucial work is leading the transition to Australia’s clean energy future. The traditional coal system that served our country for decades is nearing the end of its life, to be replaced by wind and solar generation. We’re making the right decisions now to prepare for the opportunities and challenges ahead – a changing climate, population growth and technology innovation. As we lead the way towards a more resilient future, we’re working closely with our customers and communities to make sure no one is left behind. Wherever you are in NSW or the ACT, you can be confident in the reliable, affordable and sustainable electricity we transmit as we make a better power system for generations to come.

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