Substation Engineer

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About ElectraNet

ElectraNet builds, owns, operates and maintains the high voltage electricity transmission network which delivers the energy South Australians rely on to power our homes, businesses and communities. Our employees describe our culture as one that is supportive, inclusive, and community-oriented, where we genuinely want each other to succeed.

Employee Benefits

• 5 weeks of paid annual leave per year for full-time employees
• 15 days personal / carer’s leave per year, plus 5 days on commencement
• 16 weeks paid parental leave for any eligible carer
• Additional paid volunteering and office closure leave
• Flexibility to utilise public holiday leave entitlements for other cultural celebrations
• Employee Assistance Program for your personal and professional wellbeing

Additional Benefits

The Opportunity

As a Substation Engineer at ElectraNet, you’ll help shape South Australia’s clean-energy future by delivering high-quality concept and detailed designs for greenfield and brownfield substations. Working within a collaborative, multicultural team, you’ll support engineering delivery across the full asset lifecycle, from concept design to asset disposal while ensuring technical excellence, safety, and compliance with ElectraNet’s standards. This role offers flexible work options, professional development, and the chance to work on impactful infrastructure projects that energise communities across South Australia.

What You’ll Do

About You

You are a qualified Electrical Engineer (degree from an accredited institution and eligible for membership with Engineers Australia) who brings around 3–4 years’ experience in high‑voltage substation design, construction, or commissioning. You have a solid understanding of substation configuration, earthing, insulation coordination, and protection & automation systems, along with strong analytical and problem‑solving skills. You’re comfortable using tools such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, PowerCAD 5 and the Microsoft Office suite, and you enjoy collaborating with diverse stakeholders. A proactive communicator and team player, you thrive in environments that value safety, inclusion, and continuous improvement.

Essential Requirements

Desirable

How To Apply

Please apply online via our careers page before 13 December 2025. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as interviews and appointments may occur prior to the closing date. Applicants can also register for job alerts via our careers page. Position Descriptions can be obtained by clicking here.

A successful applicant will be required to undergo background checks. These checks may include global criminal history checks, reference checks, and validation of qualifications, employment history, Australian work rights, and any additional checks depending on the role.

We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. ElectraNet is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people bring to our team.

Location

Adelaide, AU

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Utilities

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