Electrical Engineer - EHV

Electrical Engineer - EHV

Shape the Future of Australia's Energy Network

At WSP, we're helping deliver the next generation of transmission infrastructure that will power Australia's energy transition. As our Power & Energy team continues to grow, we're seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer (HV/EHV) to contribute to major transmission and substation projects across Australia.

Working on projects ranging from 132kV to 500kV, you'll play a key role in the design and delivery of critical energy infrastructure while collaborating with experienced engineers and technical specialists on some of the country's most significant power projects.

• Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
• Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
• Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
• Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

What You'll Do

As part of our growing Power & Energy team, you will:

• Contribute to the design and delivery of HV/EHV substations and transmission infrastructure projects from concept through to detailed design and construction support.

• Prepare engineering calculations, technical studies, specifications, and design documentation.

• Develop substation layouts, equipment arrangements, and primary design deliverables.

• Undertake technical assessments including conductor sizing, busbar sizing, short-circuit studies, and equipment selection.

• Support design reviews, construction activities, commissioning, and project delivery phases.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, utilities, contractors, and stakeholders to achieve successful project outcomes.

• Work alongside senior engineers and technical leaders to develop innovative and practical engineering solutions.

• Contribute to a strong culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

• About You

• You're a motivated electrical engineer with a passion for power systems and energy infrastructure, looking to further develop your technical expertise on complex and nationally significant projects.

You'll bring:

• A degree qualification in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, or a related discipline.

• Approximately 4-8 years' experience delivering HV/EHV substation, transmission, or power infrastructure projects.

• Experience working within the transmission, utilities, renewable energy, or power sectors.

• Demonstrated experience preparing engineering calculations and producing design documentation.

• Exposure to one or more of the following:

• Conductor and busbar sizing

• Short-circuit calculations

• Lightning protection design

• Lighting design studies

• Substation equipment layouts

• High-voltage equipment specifications

• HV cable sizing and associated calculations

• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary project teams.

• A proactive attitude and desire to continue learning and growing your career within the power industry.

• Why Join WSP?

• At WSP, you'll join one of Australia's leading Power & Energy teams and work on some of the country's most significant transmission and renewable energy projects.

We offer:

• The opportunity to work on nationally significant energy infrastructure projects.

• A strong pipeline of transmission, substation, and renewable energy work across Australia.

• Exposure to industry-leading technical specialists and major clients.

• Flexible working arrangements and genuine work-life balance.

• Structured career development and clear pathways for progression.

• A collaborative and supportive team environment where you'll continue to build your technical capability.

• Imagine a Better Future with WSP

• Join a team that's helping deliver the infrastructure needed to support Australia's clean energy future. If you're an Electrical Engineer with HV/EHV experience and are looking to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.