Senior HV Secondary Design Engineer

KBR is seeking a Senior Secondary and Protection Design Engineer to join their national Power team in Melbourne, Australia. The role involves leading HV substation secondary design, analytical power system studies, and protection system development. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor of Electrical Engineering, Chartered Engineer status, and experience in protection and control design, AC/DC auxiliary systems, and SCADA systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Electrical Engineering accredited by the Washington Accord
• Chartered Engineer / CPEng / RPEQ / RPEV (or ability to attain it is required)
• Proven consulting/design experience delivering for Transport clients
• Proven experience leading teams on complex projects
• Strong technical depth in protection and control design, AC/DC auxiliary systems, SCADA systems
• MTM Accreditation (Designer/Checker) — or ability to obtain within 6 months is required
• Experience with DNSPs/TNSPs — highly desirable
• Familiarity with protection relays (e.g., SEL, GE, ABB, Schneider)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Strong organisational and project-management capability with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Experience in client-facing roles, with the ability to provide robust advice and clear communication

Benefits

• Access to iconic projects in Transport, Energy and Defence
• Genuine opportunities for professional development, certification and career progression
• A collaborative, people‐first culture where you are valued and supported
• Flexible work arrangements and work/life balance
• National career pathways and exposure to multidisciplinary teams