Senior Structural Engineer, Transmission

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.

ACCIONA Mechanical & Electrical is a specialist division within ACCIONA, delivering end-to-end mechanical and electrical design, construction, installation and commissioning services that support the transition to a low-carbon future.

With a strong presence across Australia, we contribute to some of the nation’s most impactful infrastructure projects — from renewable energy and transmission networks to sustainable transport systems and water infrastructure. Our work is grounded in ACCIONA’s global commitment to sustainability, innovation, and social progress.

We’re looking for passionate professionals who want to help shape a better planet through smarter, cleaner infrastructure. If you're ready to be part of a purpose-driven team building the foundations of a more sustainable Australia, we’d love to hear from you

Benefits

• Global Business | Unlimited Opportunities | Strong Long-Term Pipeline of Work
• Opportunities across Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane or Perth
• Annual pay review and discretionary bonus
• Career Development, Strong Culture, Inclusive and Support Environment
• Passionate about innovation and continuous improvement
• Opportunity to work across high profile projects
• Strong commitment to economic, environmental, and social progress

The Position

This role is ideal for an experienced engineer who brings solid structural expertise, a collaborative mindset, and a commitment to delivering sustainable, future-ready infrastructure.

In this role you will contribute to the design and delivery of transmission line structures and associated infrastructure that support clean-energy integration and strengthen network resilience.

You will apply your technical knowledge to ensure project designs meet high standards of safety, technical accuracy, and regulatory compliance, while supporting the continued advancement of modern engineering practices across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Apply engineering principles to independently develop system designs that meet project specifications and incorporate RAM principles
• Assist in developing and refining design components, ensuring alignment with overall system requirements using modelling and simulation tools to optimise and validate performance and compliance
• Prepare and review technical documentation, including design drawings, reports, and specifications
• Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure effective interface management
• Independently solve routine technical problems in design, installation, or operation, ensuring solutions align with project requirements,
• Proactively identify opportunities to enhance designs or processes, introducing small-scale innovations
• Adapt workflows and methodologies to address challenges efficiently, improving overall project performance

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
• Chartered Status (including RPEV, RPEQ, NER & CPEng), or the ability to obtain
• 4+ years’ senior experience in transmission line structural design (220kV+)
• Prior experience with Tier 1/Tier 2 contractors or TNSPs is highly regarded
• Advanced in PLS-CADD and PLS-Tower, with experience delivering structure designs up to
• 500kV
• Good understanding of transmission line structures, foundations, loading standards, and relevant
• Australian and international design codes
• Skilled in developing high-quality structural reports, calculations, drawings, schedules, and
• Specifications