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About the Role

A newly created role within our dedicated engineering design function, this position is responsible for developing and managing substation electrical designs across primary and secondary systems. The role will ensure designs are safe, compliant, and fit-for-purpose, enabling reliable power supply for new developments and upgrades.

Responsibilities

• Deliver detailed substation electrical designs (primary and secondary systems) in line with CDC standards and project needs
• Develop and review single line diagrams, layouts, protection schematics, cable schedules, and equipment specifications
• Contribute to concept, detailed design, and construction phases across both brownfield and greenfield projects
• Coordinate effectively across key internal teams - construction, operations, commissioning
• Manage design interfaces with external consultants, utilities, contractors, and equipment vendors
• Provide technical input into procurement, tender evaluations, and factory acceptance testing
• Manage external consultant power system studies, short circuit analysis, and protection systems
• Support with technical evaluations, risk assessments, and value engineering initiatives

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience in substation design (HV/MV), ideally supporting data centres, utilities, or large-scale critical infrastructure - across both primary and secondary systems
• Strong understanding of primary plant, protection systems, control systems, and earthing design
• Exposure to delivering robust designs across multiple project phases - concept through to commissioning
• Strong ability to interpret and apply Australian Standards and relevant safety legislation
• Ability to work effectively within a highly regulated, fast-paced, and safety-critical environment
• Deep attention to detail, stakeholder management, and prioritisation skillset
• Australian Citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain a NV1 Security Clearance.

Skills

• Substation design (HV/MV)
• Primary systems design
• Secondary systems design
• Primary plant
• Protection systems
• Control systems
• Earthing design
• Stakeholder management
• Prioritisation

Location

• Sydney
• Melbourne

Work Type

• Full-time

Experience Level

• Lead

Benefits

• CDC Academy - professional development and specialised training courses
• CDC Day - an additional day of paid leave for health and wellbeing
• Parental Leave - inclusive and above legislative tenure
• Volunteer Leave - 2 days of paid leave for volunteering
• Employment Assistance Program - support for employees and their families
• CDC Social Events - inclusive events for staff and their families

About the Company

• Established in 2007, CDC Data Centres is Australia and New Zealand’s leading operator of secure, world-class data centre facilities.
• CDC plays a unique role in the fabric of the nations in which we operate.
• With multiple facilities across Australia and New Zealand, CDC’s diversified operations provide large-scale secure data centre campuses that support co-location, dedicated and hyperscale compute environments, with all campuses interconnected with high-speed carrier grade networks.
• Passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity.
• Mission is to attract, retain and grow the world’s best data centre team.
• People are committed, tenacious and meticulous in supporting customers.
• Configure the landscape to meet the security, reliability, connectivity and sustainability needs for today and tomorrow.

Equal Opportunity

• Committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are valued and respected.
• Diversity of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences leads to innovation and success.
• Actively promote equality and strive to create a welcoming environment for all employees.
• Dedicated to building a team that reflects the diversity of our community and encourages everyone to bring their authentic selves to work.