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Posted 18 June, 2026

Civil Design Engineer - Senior SME - Endeavour Energy Projects

UGL Australia
Australia-NSW-Sydney CBD, Inner West, Eastern Suburbs Full Time
Reference: 397_132375_747842

Civil Design Engineer - Senior SME - Endeavour Energy Projects

UGL Utilities Operations & Maintenance works in partnership with Endeavour Energy to deliver essential infrastructure across one of Australia's largest electricity networks, supporting reliable power supply to millions of customers across NSW.

Lead and deliver civil designs while acting as a trusted subject matter expert supporting major projects and external stakeholders across the network.

Why this role

  • Step into a senior, SME-style role where your expertise is valued.

  • Work across a range of major substation, drainage and infrastructure projects.

  • Be the go-to technical expert, representing Endeavour Energy to consultants and stakeholders.

  • Join a stable, long-term partnership with strong project pipelines and career growth.

About the role

This isn't just a design role, you'll be the person others look to for technical direction and assurance. You'll work across civil infrastructure projects including substations, access roads and drainage, supporting both capital and maintenance works across the Endeavour Energy network.

Alongside delivering high-quality designs, you'll partner closely with project teams and external consultants, reviewing work, providing guidance and ensuring designs meet standards, compliance and practical delivery outcomes.

Key responsibilities

  • Lead civil design for substations, drainage, access roads and network infrastructure.

  • Provide technical oversight and guidance to internal teams and external consultants.

  • Review and approve designs, reports, drawings and specifications.

  • Support project delivery from planning through to construction, including site inspections.

  • Ensure compliance with Australian Standards, local council requirements and safety regulations.

What we offer

  • Access our OneRewards Discount Program.
  • Discounted Medibank health insurance.
  • Participate in our Wellness Program with AIA Vitality.
  • Benefit from 16 weeks of paid primary parental leave.
  • Complimentary salary continuance insurance.
  • Shape your career with an Individual Development Plan.

About you

  • Proven experience as a senior civil design engineer, with a solid understanding of Australian Standards and local regulatory requirements with demonstrated expertise in stormwater design, drainage and earthworks.

  • Experience in electricity distribution, transmission or broader energy sector, including substation or utility-related civil works.

  • Well-developed stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence and work effectively with consultants, contractors and project teams.

  • Expertise with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, 12D.

  • Current NSW driver's licence and willingness to travel to project sites around greater Sydney.

About Us

UGL is a respected of end-to-end engineering, construction, operation and maintenance services within various sectors including rail, transport, communications, oil and gas, power, renewables, resources, water and defence. We partner with some of the world's largest blue-chip companies, government agencies, private enterprises, and public institutions. As a member of the CIMIC Group of companies, we value diversity in our team's backgrounds, ideas, work styles.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourage applications from people with disabilities, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, mature aged workers and individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds.

Please note that relevant screening checks will be conducted as part of the recruitment process. These may include a national criminal history check and for you to complete a pre-employment medical.

Ref: 267069

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