Job Description

Distribution Design Engineer – 12 month max term – South Metro Depot

To undertake engineering assessments, investigation and designs associated with Western Power or Customer facilities connected to the Distribution Network.

This role is based at our brand-new state-of-the-art South Metro Depot in Forrestdale, conveniently located next to Tonkin Highway. Spanning across 120,000 square meters. With the latest infrastructure and technology, the depot empowers all employees to create that perfect work-life balance whilst operating in an inclusive and diverse workplace.

Your Role in Action

• Carry out technical assessment of Inverter Embedded Generation (IEG) connections
• Produce and/or check designs and estimates for projects encompassing materials, labour, sub-contract services and costing for work associated with the Distribution Network. This will include the provision of specialist technical information
• Undertaking engineering investigations and to participate in process improvements
• Provide technical support across other work groups
• Identify opportunities for performance improvement
• Document variations to procedures, programmes and processes
• Complete all documentation, ordering of materials, entering and maintaining information in applicable computer systems
• Undertake contract administration to ensure contractor compliance to specification and identify non-conformances of contractors. This will include reviewing designs, work performance, works programs and preparing reports
• Respond to customer correspondence and answer questions from the general public, various Govt Dept’s and industry.

What Makes You a Great Fit

• Degree in Electrical Engineering
• Eligible for corporate membership of The Institution of Engineers, Australia
• Demonstrated engineering experience, preferably in an electrical utility
• Experience in design management
• Experience in technical assessment of Inverter Embedded Generation (IEG) connections
• Sound knowledge of engineering standards, regulations and procedures preferably within a Distribution network environment
• Interaction with others requires understanding, influencing and supporting people, through applying technical knowledge or rational arguments.

By joining Western Power, you will contribute to powering a cleaner energy future. We are dedicated to fostering career development and promoting a healthy work-life balance, empowering you to drive innovation as we develop a network that will serve the Western Australian community for generations. You will also benefit from a range of perks and opportunities, including:

• Over 50% of our employment opportunities are driven by career progression.  
• Flexible work arrangements to support part time work, working hours and working from home arrangements. 
• The opportunity to purchase up to four weeks of additional leave per year. 
• Access to salary packaging, social club activities, and discounted health insurance and gym membership. 
• An award-winning employee recognition and benefits programme. 
• An innovative team culture that’s enabling the transition to renewable energy and decarbonisation.   
• In addition to standard leave, enjoy three wellness leave days each year.
• Access to end-of-trip facilities at our Perth office and South Metro Depot, perfect for cyclists.
• On-site café available for convenient meals and refreshments throughout the day.
• 22 weeks paid parental leave and 5 days of First Nations cultural leave to support family and cultural connections.

Applications close on 19 April 2026

We value diversity and inclusivity, encouraging applications from all backgrounds, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and LGBTQIA+ communities. As a  WORK180-endorsed employer for women, we are proud of our commitment to inclusion. You can learn more about this through our  Reconciliation Action Plan and  Disability Access and Inclusion Plan. 

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