Senior Principal Substation Engineer - ( 260000NV )
Description
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Stantec is seeking an experienced Senior Principal Substation Engineer to support the planning, design and delivery of complex substation projects across Australia. The role will be responsible for providing senior technical leadership, technical assurance and engineering expertise across the full project lifecycle, while supporting the continued growth of Stantec's Energy & Resources business.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the planning, investigation, design, delivery and review of complex substation projects across all relevant project phases.
Prepare, coordinate and review engineering calculations, studies, drawings, specifications, reports, schedules and other technical deliverables.
Develop and evaluate engineering solutions and provide technical recommendations that balance safety, reliability, constructability, sustainability, cost and project risk.
Provide senior technical advice and resolve complex engineering issues through sound professional judgement and analysis.
Lead technical reviews, technical assurance, design verification, constructability assessments and design risk management activities.
Coordinate substation engineering interfaces with multidisciplinary teams, clients, contractors, suppliers and authorities.
Manage technical scope, quality, programme, budget, resources and project deliverables associated with substation engineering activities.
Provide technical support during procurement, construction, testing, commissioning, handover and operational phases.
Act as a senior technical representative for clients and stakeholders, communicating complex engineering matters clearly and effectively.
Support business development activities including proposals, methodologies, technical estimates, client presentations and project pursuits.
Mentor and provide technical leadership to engineers, designers and other technical professionals.
Contribute to the continuous improvement of substation engineering standards, systems, tools and technical capability.
Required Skills, Qualifications & Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) or equivalent professional registration, or eligibility to obtain registration.
Minimum 15 years' experience in the design and delivery of electrical substation projects.
Demonstrated experience delivering high-voltage transmission and distribution substation projects.
Strong understanding of substation primary and secondary systems, applicable Australian and international standards, and utility requirements.
Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary engineering teams and manage complex technical interfaces.
Experience preparing and reviewing engineering calculations, studies, specifications, reports and technical documentation.
Strong understanding of engineering risk management, technical assurance and quality management processes.
Demonstrated client relationship management and business development experience.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
What happens next:
Apply now by attaching your CV and we’ll be in touch within two to three weeks to guide you through the next steps.
About Stantec
The Stantec community unites over 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across six continents. We're designers, engineers, scientists, and project managers, innovating together at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring buildings, energy, resources, water, environmental, transport and infrastructure projects to life. Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction, and commissioning begins at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships.
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best. #FeelingEnergized
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Primary Location : Australia-New South Wales-Sydney
Organization : BC-3000 Mining-AU Australia
Employee Status : Regular
Job Level : Individual Contributor
Travel : No
Schedule : Full-time
Job Posting : Oct 14, 2026, 11:10:22 PM
Req ID: 260000NV
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