Senior Network Design Engineer

At Powerlink, every possibility starts with you

We believe life’s about possibilities. And so is the future. That’s why we need you.

We’re working at the heart of Queensland’s energy transformation. Now more than ever, we need people who want to help us deliver a world-class energy future and ensure we continue to navigate through this once in a generation energy challenge. Join us and make it happen.

A career that matters and lasts

As the Senior Network Design Engineer you’ll help us connect a more sustainable energy future for more than five million Queenslanders and 241,000 businesses. Your work with us is about every light turned on, every community connected, and every future made possible.  

• Competitive Salary starting from $216,403 + 14.75% super (10 day fortnight)
• Make technical decisions and develop IP technology
• Provide technical leadership and develop real-time telecommunication solutions for Powerlinks critical HV Transmission network

We believe every employee deserves the opportunity to enjoy a work-life balance that enhances their overall wellbeing and performance through inclusive and supportive benefits.

Ask us about:

• Flexible & hybrid working options
• Career development
• Relocation assistance
• Leave offerings (including 14 weeks paid parental leave – at full or half pay, plus additional leave purchasing)
• Inclusive workplace facilities
• Free undercover secure parking, with access to onsite charging stations for electric vehicles

The opportunity:

The Senior Network Design Engineer provides technical leadership and develops IP technology and telecommunication solutions for Powerlink’s High Voltage Transmission network. Responsibilities include project design estimates, on-time and on-cost detailed designs, senior technical supervision, subject matter expertise, and problem resolution. The role also involves recommending business and technical solutions, supporting improvement initiatives, influencing decision makers on telecommunications assets, and promoting information sharing through training materials and sessions.
 

The people you'll join:

Based in Brisbane, you will join our Telecommunications Systems Design group within the Delivery and Technical Solutions division, reporting to the team leader.

What you'll bring:

• Bachelor of Engineering Degree
• Registered Professional Engineer Queensland (RPEQ) or the ability to obtain the RPEQ registration within a 12 month timeline. 
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Routing and Switching Certification or higher. 
• Microsoft Windows Server, Redhat Server, Microsoft Hyper-V, Next Generation Firewall (Checkpoint/Palo Alto/Sourcefire) and Cisco/Ruggedcom Layer 2 and Layer 3 switches coupled with relevant experience.
• Proficient in Segment Routing, network architecture development, system integration testing and network security.

Ideally, you will also bring additional knowledge and skills such as demonstrated ability to analyse project scope and conceptual designs, the ability to deliver and lead practical and consistent telecommunications designs and exposure to telecommunications within the power industry.

Find your possibility today:

To kick start your career at Powerlink, apply by clicking the button above, attaching your resume and cover letter on our careers page before midnight on Wed 11th December, 2024. Please be aware our recruitment team will commence the review process during this period. 
 

To discuss any adjustment requirements or for more information on the role, contact Gemma at gemma.barber@powerlink.com.au
 

Our commitment to inclusion and belonging

We know empowering people to bring their whole self to work enables them to unleash their potential. Read more about our efforts towards greater Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, by visiting our careers site for more information!

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Successful applicants will undergo necessary pre-employment checks. As advocates of the Circle Back initiative, we pledge to respond to all applications promptly. 

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