Project Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists

Our client, a leading organisation in the utilities sector, is seeking a Project Engineer for a contract opportunity. Reporting to the Team Lead, Project Engineering, the role will provide technical leadership and oversee engineering deliverables from feasibility and conceptual design through to project execution and closeout. Projects will cover distribution, substations, transmission and network infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

Work with internal and external customers and technical specialists to define project scopes, technical deliverables, interdependencies and risks
Plan and produce detailed designs for new construction, additions, modifications, maintenance and changes to distribution and transmission infrastructure
Prepare feasibility assessments, design scopes of work, calculations, technical analyses, design reviews and construction support documentation
Establish engineering schedules, inspection and test plans, and coordinate inspection points during construction
Act as the main engineering contact for external consultants, overseeing the scope, quality and timely delivery of their work
Coordinate design reviews between consultants, engineering teams and field execution planning teams
Review construction requests for information and provide responses through Field Instructions or direct on-site support
Ensure technical closeout, record documentation and project information management requirements are completed effectively

Job Requirements:

Experience in project engineering within the utilities, electrical infrastructure or energy sector
Strong understanding of distribution, substation, transmission or network projects
Knowledge of engineering design, calculations, analysis and technical documentation
Understanding of applicable engineering standards, industry codes, regulations and public safety requirements
Experience coordinating consultants, contractors, design reviews and construction support activities
Ability to identify and manage technical risks, dependencies, scope changes and project challenges
Strong communication, organisation and stakeholder management skills
Commitment to maintaining the safety of colleagues, contractors and the public
Contract Opportunity:
This contract role offers the opportunity to contribute to a varied portfolio of utility infrastructure projects while working closely with project managers, estimators, engineering consultants and field execution teams.