Technical Standards Engineer

Job Description

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: At United Energy, we’re proud to deliver electricity to 715,000 Victorian customers every day through our network of poles and wires. But more than that, we’re here to power communities, support local businesses and keep critical services running smoothly. We believe in an inclusive, welcoming workplace where everyone feels safe, valued and respected. From offering great benefits to creating real opportunities for growth, we’re committed to supporting you, your career and wellbeing. It’s why our people stick around, whether you live in Melbourne or across regional Victoria, we’re doing the work where it matters most - right in your own community.As Victorians electrify everything from homes to transport, we’re focused on ensuring our networks are ready to meet that demand. If you want to be part of something essential, be essential with us. About the Role: We currently have an exciting permanent position for an experienced and motivated Electrical Engineer to apply their engineering expertise and innovation skills to help develop our network of the future. In this role you will play a critical role in the business by producing high quality technical standards and material specifications, ensuring the business complies with the Australian and International standards, as well as relevant government regulations. You will have the opportunity to really drive your technical capabilities through researching, exploring and evaluating innovative new technologies to improve safety, efficiency and reliability for the network. Undertaking this critical technical role, you will work alongside a supportive and knowledgeable team of engineers and provide engineering support and expertise to the wider business in the areas of engineering standards and regulatory compliance. This role will also allow the opportunity to use your project management and highly proficient communication skills in proactive engagement with various groups across the business with a focus on striving towards a safe, efficient and reliable network of the future. In this role you will: Standards & Compliance: Develop and maintain technical standards, material specifications, and compliance tools to ensure safety, reliability, and adherence to regulatory requirements. Innovation & Continuous Improvement: Lead feasibility assessments, business cases, and innovation projects, delivering solutions on time, within budget, and aligned with business objectives. Asset Management: Oversee material and equipment specifications, evaluate suppliers, investigate asset failures, and support corrective actions and warranty claims. What You’ll Bring to United Energy: Bachelor of Engineering (mandatory; electrical preferred, other disciplines considered). National Engineering Register and Chartered (CPEng) status (desirable). Expertise in standards for the electricity industry and electrical distribution networks. Skills in project and business management, with financial and commercial acumen. Understanding of regulatory compliance, OHS standards, and customer/Australian Standards. Strong communication skills across teams, business units, and the industry. Extensive power industry experience in design, construction, operations, or manufacturing. Your career with us: We have a diversity of teams across our business, all contributing to great customer and community outcomes. Our people are our most important asset, and we continually invest in nurturing their capability. We proudly strive to provide a safe, inclusive and sustainable environment where all our people feel respected, valued and supported to bring their whole selves to work and be the best they can be. With an embedded Inclusion & Diversity Strategy and initiatives like our Women in Power networking group, and Sparkle, our LGBTIQ+ allies pride network, we’re committed to equal opportunities for all employees. We are proud to be recognised as a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for all women. Our greatest priority is the health, safety and wellbeing of our people and the communities we operate within. This includes their physical safety – ensuring everyone gets home safely every day – as well as their psychological safety, by ensuring everyone has the resources and support needed to achieve a work-life balance and be the best they can be. What’s next? If you possess the required skills and experience and you are looking for a fantastic career opportunity please submit your application by 28 February 2025. For a full copy of the Position Description please contact Emma Jones via We encourage applications from all communities; people of all ages, nationalities, abilities and cultures, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQI+ community and people living with disability. If you require adjustments as part of the recruitment process to accommodate your needs, please don’t hesitate to discuss these with us. Beon, CitiPower Powercor and United Energy recognise Australia’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as the First Peoples and Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we work. We pay our respects to Elders past and present and acknowledge their ancient and continuing connection to Country. We work hard to ensure our organisation is inclusive and diverse. This means everyone can feel valued, trusted, authentic and safe at work. #J-18808-Ljbffr