Downer Energy and Utilities is seeking an experienced Principal Civil Engineer to join our growing Power business. This role can be based in Brisbane or Adelaide.
As the technical authority for civil engineering activities, you will provide leadership across complex substation and transmission infrastructure projects. You will be responsible for engineering governance, technical assurance, design excellence, mentoring engineering teams and ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality civil design solutions across multiple projects.
Working closely with clients, project teams and subcontractors, you will play a critical role in shaping major energy infrastructure projects that support Australia's energy transition.
You will bring extensive experience within the power and utilities sector and have a strong technical background in substation and transmission civil design.
To be successful you will have:
At Downer, we invest in our people and provide opportunities to develop rewarding and diverse careers.
Our benefits include:
Downer is a leading provider of integrated services across Australia's essential infrastructure sectors. Within Energy and Utilities, our Power business delivers end to end solutions across transmission, distribution, substations and renewable energy infrastructure.
Our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating a high performing, inclusive and collaborative workplace where innovation, safety and continuous improvement are valued.
Downer is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, culturally diverse candidates, veterans and people living with disability.
If this opportunity aligns with your skills and experience, we encourage you to apply now and join a team that is helping deliver the future of Australia's energy infrastructure.
For more information about this opportunity, please submit your application through the Downer careers website.
Please note: Downer does not accept unsolicited resumes, fees or costs from recruitment agencies, search firms or third parties. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to Downer or its employees will become the property of Downer, and Downer will not be liable for any associated fees or costs.

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