Substations Lead - Primary Systems (Relocate to Sydney)

"I work at AECOM because the people here are not only a pleasure to work with but are also some of the most capable professionals in the industry."  -Denan Kurejsepi, Associate Director - Energy

Come grow with us.

AECOM’s Energy practice across Australia and New Zealand comprises approximately 250 experts, offering a broad range of services, including consulting, engineering design, energy procurement, and EPC (engineering, procurement, and construction) for power, energy efficiency, and renewable energy clients. Our comprehensive understanding of the entire energy landscape - from generation and distribution to storage and demand-side management enables us to develop holistic strategies that enhance and modernise next-generation energy infrastructure. 

Everyone belongs at AECOM

We’re committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging - because great ideas come from diverse perspectives. AECOM is proud to be a Fortune 500 Most Admired Company, a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality, Work180 Equitable Workplace Awards 2025 Winner and an AWEI Bronze Tier LGBTQ+ Inclusive Employer. 

What will a day in this role look like:

• Partner with key clients to delivery major energy projects across Australia and New Zealand
• Lead, deliver and support Engineers across large multidisciplinary Energy projects, with a focus on Primary Systems Substation design and design review.
• Drive delivery and technical excellence and ensuring our project teams are delivering on the AECOM client promise
• Identify and lead innovation by seeking and implementing new approaches that continuously enhance our ability to meet the needs of our clients.

The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don’t tick all the boxes you could still be a perfect fit for this role. Please apply, all applications will be considered.  

What are we looking for from you?

• Ideally 10 years’ experience and proven understanding of consulting in substations projects, with experience in primary substation systems (up to 500kV).
• Familiarity with complex Energy projects and substation design standards, including HV substation design, protection schemes and primary plant technologies
• Proven background in partnering closely with clients to deliver remarkable projects
• Approachable leader with excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Local market knowledge of NEM and strong understanding of the Energy market across Australia and/or New Zealand.

If you're interested in relocating to Sydney, Australia for this role, we provide the necessary assistance and support to make this transition as smooth as possible for you and your family. Overseas and interstate applications are highly encouraged.

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Why you’ll love working with us
•    Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, part-time, job-sharing and hybrid work options
•    Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year    
•    Volunteer and representation leave 
•    Flex public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better

Ready to push the limits of what’s possible?
We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.
Applications are reviewed as they come in, and the role may close earlier than expected, so if this opportunity sounds like you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. 
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About AECOM

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $13.1 billion in fiscal year 2022. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity 

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.