Principal Engineer - Primary

Consolidated power projects australia - Adelaide
new offer (17/05/2024)

job description

  • Based in our head office in Adelaide CBD or in our Doncaster Victoria
  • Join an industry leader who is supporting Australia move towards a renewable energy future

Job Description

Who are Consolidated Power Projects (CPP)?

As part of the Quanta Services Group, a Fortune 300 Company, Consolidated Power Projects Australia (CPP) is an industry leader in utility and renewable high-voltage power solutions. We specialise in the design, construction, commissioning and maintenance of high voltage infrastructure such as transmission substations, wind farms and battery storage systems.
With over 550 employees and offices in Adelaide, Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane, CPP are preferred partners with Australia's major transmission network providers and we are rapidly growing to play a significant role in connecting Australia's energy future.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Principal Engineer - Primary to join our large in-house team of highly experienced engineers.

You will hold both technical and supervisory responsibilities whilst overseeing the development of high-quality designs for primary high-voltage (HV) systems. You will collaborate with other Engineers and Designers within the business and develop designs associated with HV systems including Insulation Coordination, Arc Flash, Plant Suitability and Load Flow Assessments along with Earthing Design and Electromechanical Coordination.
Joining our in-house Design &
Engineering Team consisting of over 140 highly experienced professionals, you will provide excellence in primary engineering and partner with our specialists in secondary, civil, structural, transmission lines and site services engineering.
Bringing your experience with HV systems, you will be an integral part of our team and play a large role in the success of the various flagship projects CPP have won.

Desired Skills and Experience

About You

To be successful in this role, you will possess:

  • Tertiary qualifications in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering or equivalent
  • Demonstrated experience performing in a similar role in the renewable and utilities industry
  • Expertise in substation design and/or utility grid connections
  • Strong knowledge of Australian industry standards
  • High-level communication and stakeholder management skills

Why Join Us?

At CPP our people are our most important asset. We believe in investing, nurturing and developing your talent, enabling you to succeed and achieve your full potential. As a leader in delivering high voltage infrastructure projects, we provide the opportunity to work on the most exciting projects in the industry, with access to current and leading technologies. We encourage and support new ideas. If you like to question the norm and embrace new ideas, then work with us.

Benefits include:

  • Highly attractive salary packages, and opportunities for continual professional growth
  • Access to an extensive benefits and discounts program, with everyday savings at over 400 retailers
  • A free comprehensive Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family, with access to a wealth of resources to look after your physical, mental and financial wellbeing
  • Generous employee referral program of up to $4,000
  • Professional development is encouraged, excellence is rewarded, and diversity is valued
  • Accreditation with Engineers Australia. We offer our engineers a streamlined pathway to become fully accredited
  • The opportunity to join an industry leader who deliver end-to-end services on projects from design to construction for the greater good of our environment
  • Work on major HV infrastructure and renewable projects that contribute to creating a sustainable future
  • New and modern workspace with a short walk away from cafe's and restaurants
  • Outstanding company culture and social environment

How to Apply:

To submit an application please upload your resume via the links provided.

For further information, please reach out to however applications will not be accepted via email.


CPP is an equal opportunity employer that fosters a culture of achievement, personal development and offers a diverse, safe and supportive work environment.

Unsolicited CV's will not be accepted by recruitment agencies.

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