Senior Engineer – Civil Structural – Substations and Renewables
Salary Base From: $141,288 
Location: Hobart or Melbourne (Flexible Work Arrangements Available - WFH / Remote)

Shape the Future with Entura

At Entura, we believe diversity fuels innovation and inclusion drives success. We welcome professionals from all backgrounds to join our team as a Senior Engineer – Civil Structural – Substations and Renewables and bring fresh perspectives to our growing Primary and Transmission Engineering team.

As a Senior Engineer, you’ll be a key player in delivering technical expertise and innovative solutions across renewables and power utilities projects. Your work will make a tangible impact on energy sustainability, ensuring a cleaner and greener future for generations to come. 

About You and the Role

You are a highly skilled civil/structural engineer with a passion for problem-solving and a drive to create meaningful change. You thrive in a collaborative environment where you can contribute your expertise and mentor others.

To excel in this role, you will have:

• Tertiary qualifications in Civil or Structural Engineering, acceptable for admission as a professional engineer to Engineers Australia, or equivalent professional body.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience
• Experience in some of the following:
  • • Structural and civil design and design review of high voltage substations including the following components:
      • Gantries structures, transformer slabs and fire walls, oil containment systems, switchyard structures, footings, control buildings, earthworks, drainage, and roads.
    • Due diligence / Risk assessment of civil and structural components of renewable energy projects
    • Civil design and design review of renewable projects including
      • Solar farm earthworks, roads, erosion and sedimentation control
      • PV racking systems including roof mount systems and ground mount systems, geotechnical specification, pile design, pile test specification
      • Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) including battery, inverter, transformer footings.
      • Wind farm earthworks, roads, hardstands, erosion and sedimentation control
      • Wind turbine foundations
      • Site inspections and quality assurance reviews
    • Civil design and design review of Transmission Line Towers and structures and foundations.
• Previous experience in an engineering design consultancy environment.
• Ability to solve complex technical and operational problems, either through a systematic approach or innovation.
• Client and project management.

The role is based in either our Hobart or Melbourne office however flexible work arrangements are also considered.  Given the diversity of our clients and projects, there may be some local, national and international travel required.

A copy of the Position Description can be found here: PD- Entura - Senior Civil Structural Engineer - Substations and Renewables.pptx

Why Join Entura?

We don’t just offer jobs—we build careers with purpose. We are committed to an inclusive and equitable work environment where everyone belongs. When you join Entura, you become part of a team that values work-life balance, continuous learning, and professional growth.

Our benefits include:

• Genuine work-life balance with flexible work arrangements.
• Industry-leading parental leave for all genders.
• Generous carer and personal leave.
• Subsidised school holiday vacation care to support working parents.
• Discounted health insurance.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family.
• A workplace that values diversity and actively promotes gender equality.
• Clear career progression pathways and strong support networks.

At Entura, we are proud to work on innovative engineering solutions that make a difference. We are deeply committed to environmental and social responsibility, empowering people and communities with clean energy.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If this opportunity excites you, we encourage you to apply! Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and what drives you.

We value diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from candidates of all ages, cultural backgrounds, abilities, and genders. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the application process, please let us know—we’re here to support you.

Discover more about Entura’s work and values at www.entura.com.au and learn how our unique approach, Our Way, is shaping the future of engineering.

Join us and help power a cleaner, brighter future!