Transmission / Stringing Electrical Project Engineer

Sydney, NSW
Permanent
Full-time

1 month ago
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About the CompanyThis national contractor is fast becoming a cornerstone of Australia's energy transition, delivering critical power and communications infrastructure across the eastern seaboard. Backed by strategic growth and recent project wins across transmission and rail, they're expanding their NSW presence to support major utility and renewable energy builds.With a strong order book and a growing reputation on complex, multi-disciplinary projects, they're now seeking a technically minded estimator or engineer to shape competitive, buildable tenders for high-voltage works.About the RoleYou'll work closely with senior engineering, delivery and commercial leads to develop methodologies and cost estimates that win work and can be delivered. Focusing on high-voltage overhead lines, substations, and BESS integration, your expertise will help guide the approach from tender through to project handover.From tensioning plans and tower erection to outage scheduling and risk allowances, this role brings together technical depth, structured analysis and client-facing clarity.Your Key ResponsibilitiesBid Engineering & Technical Strategy

Analyse RFQs, drawings, specifications and contract documents for complex high-voltage and transmission works
Develop stringing and tower methodologies aligned to AS/NZS7000 and AS2067
Build accurate, first-principles estimates and clear pricing models using engineering inputs and supplier quotations
Liaise with procurement to support subcontractor engagement and BoQ development
Contribute to risk reviews and work with planning to align timeframes and delivery milestones

Tender Delivery

Collaborate with internal bid writers and commercial staff to ensure your inputs are technically sound and strategically positioned
Stress-test programs and methodologies against environmental, access and sequencing constraints
Support the preparation of technical responses and non-priced attributes for major tenders
Work with document control and tendering coordinators to meet all submission requirements

Project Readiness & Support

Ensure smooth handover to delivery teams by contributing to methodology briefings and clarifying assumptions
Review subcontractor and supplier submissions for alignment with bid scope
Draw on learnings from recent projects and industry changes to continuously improve estimating practices

About You

Degree-qualified in Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering or similar
35+ years' experience in high-voltage transmission, stringing or linear infrastructure projects
Skilled in tensioning methodology, foundation types, HV safety standards and outage planning
Confident in interpreting and translating technical content across delivery, design and commercial teams
Familiar with AS/NZS7000, AS2067, and utility-specific HV design requirements
Able to prepare clear, evidence-based inputs into tenders with an eye for commercial viability

Why Join?

Shape landmark work Help deliver major infrastructure, enabling Australia's transition to renewable energy
Long-term pipeline Be part of a growing business with projects in energy, rail, and communications
Tools to succeed Work with experienced engineers, planners and commercial staff across the full bid lifecycle
Flexible engagement Permanent or contract engagement options available, depending on your preferences

How to ApplyTo apply, please send your résumé in Word format. For a confidential conversation, contact:Jeremy Symes
0478 644 655

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