Principal Civil Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 20, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 27, 2026. Downer Group scores A on the Alion truth index.
The Opportunity
Downer Energy and Utilities is seeking an experienced Principal Civil Engineer to join our growing Power business. This role can be based in Brisbane or Adelaide.
As the technical authority for civil engineering activities, you will provide leadership across complex substation and transmission infrastructure projects. You will be responsible for engineering governance, technical assurance, design excellence, mentoring engineering teams and ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality civil design solutions across multiple projects.
Working closely with clients, project teams and subcontractors, you will play a critical role in shaping major energy infrastructure projects that support Australia's energy transition.
What We're Looking For
You will bring extensive experience within the power and utilities sector and have a strong technical background in substation and transmission civil design.
To be successful you will have:
Bachelor of Civil Engineering
Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) and/or Registered Professional Engineer preferred
15+ years of project delivery experience within the power industry
Strong experience delivering utility substation and transmission infrastructure projects
Advanced knowledge of civil earthworks, drainage, oil containment and access infrastructure design
Experience providing technical leadership, engineering governance and assurance
Proven capability leading multidisciplinary project interfaces and resolving complex technical challenges
Experience mentoring engineers and supporting capability development across technical teams
Strong stakeholder management and client relationship skills
Experience with design platforms including AutoCAD and MicroStation
Excellent communication, leadership and problem solving skills.
What We Offer
At Downer, we invest in our people and provide opportunities to develop rewarding and diverse careers.
Our benefits include:
Flexible working arrangements with a blend of office, home and site-based work
Access to professional development and career progression opportunities
Inclusive and supportive team environment
Opportunity to work on nationally significant energy infrastructure projects
Employee benefits, wellbeing programs and industry leading safety culture
The chance to contribute to Australia's evolving energy landscape.
About Energy & Utilities
Downer is a leading provider of integrated services across Australia's essential infrastructure sectors. Within Energy and Utilities, our Power business delivers end to end solutions across transmission, distribution, substations and renewable energy infrastructure.
Our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating a high performing, inclusive and collaborative workplace where innovation, safety and continuous improvement are valued.
Downer is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, culturally diverse candidates, veterans and people living with disability.
How to Apply
If this opportunity aligns with your skills and experience, we encourage you to apply now and join a team that is helping deliver the future of Australia's energy infrastructure.
For more information about this opportunity, please submit your application through the Downer careers website.
Please note: Downer does not accept unsolicited resumes, fees or costs from recruitment agencies, search firms or third parties. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to Downer or its employees will become the property of Downer, and Downer will not be liable for any associated fees or costs.