Principal Electrical Engineer
Join Grid-Link as Principal Electrical Engineer (Primary): own technically authoritative input across EHV substations, wind, solar, and BESS; mentor teams and steer major Australian projects
At Grid-Link, we’re all about making the energy transition actually happen, not just talking about it.
We’re a specialist engineering consultancy that specialises in delivering comprehensive solutions for integrating energy assets into the grid. Our sweet spot is combining deep technical expertise in power systems, modelling and compliance with real, hands-on experience in Design, Grid Connection, HV testing, commissioning, and project delivery.
In short, we help get energy projects connected, energised, and moving faster and with less risk.
Our goal is simple: enable a more sustainable, carbon-free energy future.
About the opportunity
This is a senior consulting role with genuine technical authority. You'll provide expert input across the full project lifecycle, lead complex technical assessments, and act as a trusted advisor to clients, developers, OEMs, EPCs, and network service providers. Alongside the delivery work, you'll contribute to business development and mentor the next generation of engineers coming through the team.
The role is primarily based across Melbourne and Brisbane, with travel to project sites, client offices, and industry conferences as required.
What you'll be doing
Provide expert electrical engineering input across EHV/HV substations, wind, solar, and BESS projects
Lead complex electrical studies including cable sizing, arc flash, earthing, insulation coordination, load flow, fault levels, and more
Act as technical authority and reviewer for designs, specifications, calculations, and reports
Support concept development, option studies, feasibility assessments, and due diligence
Lead and participate in technical workshops, design reviews, and regulatory discussions
Ensure compliance with Australian Standards, NER, NSP requirements, and project-specific specifications
Support proposals, technical inputs, and client presentations as part of business development
Mentor and guide junior and mid-level engineers
What you'll bring
Essential:
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent)
Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng)
RPEQ and/or RPEV (or eligibility to obtain)
15+ years of experience in the power and renewable energy sector
Proven consulting background with exposure to major infrastructure and utility clients
Demonstrated experience on large EHV substation and utility-scale renewable projects in Australia
Strong knowledge of the NEM, NSP practices, and Australian regulatory frameworks
High-quality technical writing, reporting, and client-facing communication skills
Valued:
Consulting mindset with the ability to balance technical depth, commercial awareness, and delivery timeframes
Proactive, collaborative, and well-organised approach to project work
Why Grid-Link?
You’ll work with people who really know their stuff and are happy to share it
Projects are genuinely interesting, not cookie-cutter
You’ll get exposure across the full project lifecycle, not just one slice
A culture that values balance, not burnout
Support for Engineers Australia membership
Health and social initiatives
Melbourne and Brisbane CBD office
Competitive salary
If you enjoy solving real engineering problems, want to work on projects that actually matter, and like the idea of being involved from early design through to energisation, this is a pretty good place to do it.
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About Grid-Link
Grid-Link is an engineering and project delivery consultancy specialising in complex energy infrastructure. We support projects from design through to connection and operation, combining technical expertise with practical delivery experience. Working across renewable energy, storage and grid systems, we help ensure infrastructure is buildable, compliant and performs from day one.