Aecom
Trusted global infrastructure consulting firm delivering engineering, design, construction management services.
Design Manager (Energy)
Lead T&D design projects, mentor engineers, and manage client relationships.
Job Highlights
About the Role
• Lead design and technical oversight for transmission and distribution projects, including substations and transmission lines. • Work closely with project managers and directors to ensure integrated design delivery, risk mitigation, and programme performance. • Mentor and develop junior engineers within multidisciplinary teams. • Act as the primary client‑facing technical contact, handling RFQs and building long‑term relationships. • Support business growth by preparing competitive bids and proposals with practice leaders and the bids team.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸design oversight
- ▸risk mitigation
- ▸bid preparation
- ▸client liaison
- ▸mentoring
What You Bring
• Minimum of 10 years experience delivering complex energy infrastructure in consultancy, client‑side, or contractor settings. • Proven expertise in substation design; experience with transmission line design is advantageous. • Hold an engineering degree (electrical preferred) and, ideally, professional accreditation such as CPEng or RPEV. • Demonstrated knowledge of Australian standards, regulations, and industry codes. • Strong communication, leadership, and client‑engagement capabilities.
Requirements
- ▸10+ years
- ▸substation design
- ▸engineering degree
- ▸cpeng
- ▸australian standards
- ▸leadership
Benefits
AECOM prides itself on an inclusive culture that values diversity, equity, and belonging, providing a supportive environment where innovative ideas thrive and employees can grow through continuous learning and professional development. • Flexible work arrangements including alternative start/finish times, part‑time, job‑sharing, and hybrid options. • Access to continuous learning resources such as lunch‑and‑learns, professional courses, financial study assistance, and paid study leave. • Enjoy a harbour‑view office with fresh fruit, barista coffee, social events, and a collaborative team environment.
Work Environment
Office Full-Time