Line Layout Design Engineer or Line Layout Designer

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

We are looking for either a Line Layout Design Engineer or Line Layout Designer to join our Transmission Lines Design Team, 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.

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
• Health & wellbeing programs
• 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 Line Layout Design Engineer is responsible for providing subject matter expertise and technical leadership in line layout design services. This includes delivering a range of transmission line design support activities such as project scoping, LIDAR services, design estimating, line layout design, software tools, PLS_Cadd technical coordination, training, mentoring, and technical project support. The role often serves as the first point of contact for design, scoping, budget, and timing issues related to HV primary design and provides valuable field support to ensure project implementation meets layout design requirements.

The Line Layout Designer position is responsible for providing line layout design and drafting services in the discipline of transmission lines. This role involves contributing to project scoping, estimating, line engineering surveys, and the coordination of minor line projects. The designer is expected to provide expertise and technical leadership in transmission line layout design and detailed PLS_Cadd design services/analysis for both internal and external customer projects, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, policies, procedures, and practice.
 

The people you'll join:

As part of our Design Solutions group, you'll join a team of professionals dedicated to the delivery excellence in Transmission Lines design.  Our team is comprised of passionate individuals who thrive on challenges, collaboration, innovation, and on doing the best for Powerlink and Queenslanders. 

What you'll bring:

Line Layout Design Engineer:

• A 4 year Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical/Civil/Structural/Mechanical)
• Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland (RPEQ) or the ability to obtain the RPEQ registration within a 12 month timeline.
• Expert experience in transmission line layout design and PLS_Cadd.

Line Layout Designer:

• Associate Diploma in Survey, Electrical or Civil Engineering plus relevant significant experience in transmission line layout design and PLS_Cadd

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 Monday 7th April 2025. 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. To learn about our efforts towards greater Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, visit our careers site for more information!

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