Job Description

• Purpose‑driven work with real impact on communities and the energy transition
• Exposure to large‑scale, critical infrastructure and complex OT environments
• A culture that values safety, collaboration, innovation and continuous learning

We bring the energy – through purpose and people

Not just through the infrastructure we operate, but through the way we show up for each other, our customers’ and our communities. The future of energy is in our hands. Let’s shape it together.

We all want a future of energy we can be proud of. With us you can.

We’re looking for an Engineer – OT Communications to join our OT Communications team, working across our project portfolio to design, deliver and continuously improve critical communications networks that underpin Victoria’s energy system.

You’ll collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, applying your engineering expertise to deliver high‑quality, cost‑effective and future‑ready solutions across transmission and distribution environments.

This is a hands‑on technical role where your work will directly support safe, reliable and secure network operations.

In this role, you will:

• Deliver scopes, estimates, designs, specifications and architectures across OT communications projects
• Apply engineering judgement to solve complex design challenges and optimise outcomes
• Provide specialist expertise across OT communications networks, Remote SCADA and associated systems, including cyber security considerations
• Develop and maintain network architectures, topologies, configuration databases and design documentation
• Produce installation, testing, commissioning and maintenance documentation
• Support service availability, disaster recovery planning and continuous improvement initiatives
• Engage with stakeholders to ensure compliance with legislation, standards, codes and AusNet policies
• Contribute to product roadmaps, ensuring alignment with vendors, digital architecture and business needs
• Share insights, lessons learned and innovations to strengthen team capability and outcomes

What you’ll bring

You’re a curious, collaborative engineer who enjoys simplifying complexity and delivering practical outcomes. You’ll also bring:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Communications Engineering
• Experience in electrical engineering, project delivery and/or design, ideally within utilities or critical infrastructure
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills across diverse teams and partners
• A solid understanding of the regulatory environment in which AusNet operates
• A disciplined approach to documentation, knowledge management and engineering standards
• A willingness to broaden your skills across communications technologies and bearers

Additional requirements

• Victorian Driver’s Licence
• Ability to travel to other AusNet sites as required
• Security of Critical Infrastructure (SoCI) background check

The AusNet experience is all about…

• Growing your impact We’ll support you to build your career through real opportunities and strong connections.
• Solving some of the most complex energy challenges of our time We love unpacking complex challenges in clever ways and looking at things differently.
• Being apart a team that cares deeply about each other: We share in the good times. We support in the tough times. And we’re humble through and through.

We’re committed to building an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce. We believe different perspectives are essential to our success, and we encourage all applicants to apply. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, we're happy to discuss how we can support you.

AusNet. We bring the energy. Want to be part of it too? Apply now.