Project Engineer - Energy Projects

About the role

CPP, a member of Quanta Services and Australia's leading provider of end-to-end substation solutions for utilities and the renewable energy sector, is seeking a Project Engineer for its Brisbane team. The role connects engineering design with site delivery on significant energy projects, working closely with Project Managers and gaining exposure from early design through construction, commissioning and close-out on synchronous condenser, wind farm and BESS projects.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate between design and site teams so construction meets design specifications and client requirements.
• Raise and coordinate requests for information to resolve technical queries and keep work progressing.
• Manage quality documentation, including inspection and test plans, checklists and sign-offs.
• Support project scheduling, progress reporting, cost forecasting and commercial notices.
• Assist with procurement, supplier and subcontractor coordination.
• Attend site inspections and interface meetings and build relationships with clients and delivery teams.
• Promote safe work practices and help identify and address delivery risks.

Required profile

• Tertiary qualification in electrical engineering and relevant experience supporting project delivery.
• Ability to interpret engineering designs and turn requirements into site activities.
• Strong attention to detail, especially in quality documentation and reporting.
• Confidence communicating with clients, engineers, suppliers, subcontractors and site teams.
• A current Australian driver's licence and willingness to travel as projects require.

Required skills

• Familiarity with project scheduling tools such as Microsoft Project or Primavera P6.

What we offer

• Above-market salary package with annual reviews and an annual discretionary bonus.
• Paid overtime, travel and meals allowance, and flexible working with one day per week from home.
• Salary packaging benefits such as novated leases, airport lounge memberships and Qantas Club offers.
• Study assistance, internal promotion opportunities, 16 weeks of primary and 6 weeks of secondary parental leave, and up to 2 weeks of purchased leave.
• Choice of iPhone or Samsung mobile, an employee referral program up to $4,000, a benefits and discounts program, premium AI subscriptions and an Employee Assistance Program.

Applications close on Friday 13 November; candidates apply by uploading their resume through the application links provided.