Principal Primary Engineer

KBR - Kellogg Brown & Root Pty Ltd

Melbourne, Australia
Hv substation primary design 11kv to 220kv
Technical authority on hv/lv electrical systems
Lead multidisciplinary engineering teams
This senior role offers the opportunity to influence some of Australia’s most significant infrastructure programs including Melbourne’s Suburban Rail Loop

Job Summary

  • This senior role offers the opportunity to influence some of Australia’s most significant infrastructure programs including Melbourne’s Suburban Rail Loop.
  • You will lead engineering teams, shape technical strategy, partner with senior clients, and strengthen national delivery capability.
  • KBR offers a collaborative, people-first culture with flexible work arrangements and genuine opportunities for professional development and career progression.

Matching Summary

This senior role offers the opportunity to influence some of Australia’s most significant infrastructure programs including Melbourne’s Suburban Rail Loop.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • HV substation primary design 11kV to 220kV
  • Technical authority on HV/LV electrical systems
  • Lead multidisciplinary engineering teams
  • Compliance with rail and delivery standards
  • Coordination with clients and utilities
  • Earthing and insulation coordination design

Nice-to-have

  • Mentoring and developing engineering talent
  • Experience with 25kV AC Traction Systems
  • Championing innovation and digital engineering
  • Strong client-facing communication skills
  • Support for proposals and bid strategies
  • Collaboration in safety-in-design workshops

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor of Electrical Engineering or equivalent
  • Chartered status or progression toward CPEng/RPEQ/RPEV
  • Proven experience in HV substation primary engineering
  • MTM Accreditation (Designer/Checker) or ability to obtain
  • Experience with DNSPs/TNSPs highly desirable
  • Excellent leadership and stakeholder influence skills

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