Distribution Design Engineer
About the role:
Due to network growth and development, we’re looking for an experienced Design Engineer to join our Design team. In this role you will have responsibility for designing MainPower’s HV and LV reticulation network, including both overhead and underground assets. You will do detailed design for new builds, upgrades, and replacements, supporting both network and customer-driven projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan and scope design projects to provide accurate information for budgeting and detailed design
- Undertake detailed design, including engineering calculations and technical assessments to ensure safe, compliant, and functional outcomes
- Use and develop our digital tools to support and improve our design capability
- Support the management and change control of drawings and documentation
- Liaise with external design consultants and suppliers, including writing project scopes and reviewing deliverables
- Provide sound technical information to support other MainPower teams in the planning, design, construction, operation, maintenance, and renewal of our assets
- Assess alternative solutions, technologies, and equipment objectively and rigorously
- Collaborate with other industry participants, with a particular focus on standardisation
About you:
You are curious and innovative, able to clearly communicate technical information, and work constructively to resolve complex challenges. You will already be producing designs and plans for new build and upgrade projects for both HV and LV networks. You are very familiar with design requirements for underground, ground-mount and overhead network assets, and you can demonstrate excellent management of workflow and documentation.
Additionally, you will bring:
- Relevant engineering qualification
- Proficiency with CAD and drawings management
- Technical knowledge of industry standards and regulations
- Preferably, experience with modelling software such as Neara, COLDNet, or PLS-CAD
What’s in it for you:
We value and support all our employees by offering a ‘family feel’ culture and community focused environment. We work in a purpose-built modern office and offer our staff free parking on site. In addition to our wellbeing programmes our teams can access:
- Nine-Day Fortnight Option
- Subsidised Health Insurance
- Subsidised Gym Membership
- Professional Development
- Recognition Programmes
Why work for us:
Our people are critical in ensuring that we deliver on our vision. At MainPower, we deliver value by providing a safe, secure, and reliable electricity distribution network for our local community. We are committed to developing a strong workplace culture where people are supported, empowered, and provided the tools required to deliver in their roles. Our values reflect how we interact with each other, our community, and our customers.
How to apply:
We assess applications as they are received so click” Apply” to submit your application today.
Please click here to download the Position Description.
MainPower requires all successful applicants to complete a pre-employment drug test.
MainPower welcomes people from all backgrounds and walks of life. We are proud to have a diverse and inclusive environment and are committed to providing opportunities for all our people.
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