Senior Protection Engineer

About the role

ElectraNet is seeking a Senior Protection Engineer to lead the design, review and delivery of protection systems for high‑voltage transmission and substation assets. The role blends office‑based engineering work with site‑based exposure to the network.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare protection system designs, scopes, specifications and settings.
• Review and validate protection designs for compliance, quality and constructability.
• Provide technical assurance, engineering sign‑off and support commissioning activities.
• Coordinate across multiple projects, manage competing priorities and engage internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain protection system standards and mentor junior engineers.

Required profile

• Minimum 7 years of experience in protection engineering for HV transmission and secondary systems.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) and eligibility for Engineers Australia membership.
• Proven ability to work autonomously across multiple projects and deadlines.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Required skills

• HV protection system design, review and settings development.
• Knowledge of IEC 61850 substation communications.
• Understanding of Australian electricity industry regulations, standards and guidelines.
• Experience with protection system construction, commissioning and secondary systems design.

What we offer

• Base salary of $168,300 per annum plus 12% superannuation and bonus eligibility up to 15%.
• 15 days personal/carer leave, 5 weeks annual leave, 16 weeks paid parental leave.
• Flexible work practices, wellbeing support and relocation/visa assistance for Adelaide‑based role.
• Professional development, certification support and a vibrant, inclusive team culture.