Commission Engineer

Commissioning Engineer

• Ongoing, Full-Time opportunity
• Remuneration : 148,213 - $174,861 plus 16% superannuation
• Location : Greenway, Canberra (Free onsite parking)
• Be part of a talented team that powers safe and reliable energy networks
• Relocation assistance available

We’re looking for a technically skilled and safety-focused Commissioning Engineer to join our System Operations team. This role plays a critical part in ensuring the safe energisation and performance of Evoenergy’s electricity distribution and transmission networks.

About the Role

As a Commissioning Engineer, you’ll be responsible for overseeing the commissioning and acceptance of new network assets, including HV substations, embedded generation, overhead lines, and underground cables. You’ll ensure all assets meet technical standards and specifications, and support safe and reliable integration into the network.

This role offers the opportunity to work across a wide range of systems and collaborate with design, construction, operations, and data teams to uphold the integrity of Evoenergy’s network under both normal and abnormal conditions.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver commissioning documentation, drawings, and protection scheme confirmations.
• Manage commissioning programs and final asset acceptance approvals.
• Ensure compliance with technical standards for all new network assets and customer connections.
• Act as a single point of contact for commissioning coordination.
• Integrate commissioning requirements into project planning and network switching plans.
• Support SCADA updates, network data configuration, and system enhancements.
• Provide technical guidance to field staff and mentor cadet engineers.
• Promote safety, regulatory compliance, and industry best practices.

What You’ll Bring

Essential:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (Power) or equivalent.
• ACT Professional Engineering Registration (or ability to obtain).
• Strong knowledge of electricity distribution, transmission, and substation systems.

Desirable:

• Experience in asset commissioning in high-voltage environments.
• Understanding of trends and changes in the utility industry.

Why Join Evoenergy?

At Evoenergy, our vision is Powering Possibilities. We’re committed to a culture of safety, accountability, positivity, and future-focused thinking. We support our people, celebrate success, and make time for fun.

Here’s what we offer:

• Professional growth through ongoing development and access to LinkedIn Learning
• Health and wellbeing support including free gym memberships and free annual flu vaccinations
• On-site physiotherapy and a range of wellness resources to keep you feeling your best
• Income protection for up to 3 years to safeguard your future
• Recognition that matters through our meaningful reward and recognition program

Ready to energise your career?

If you want to be part of a team driving real change in the energy sector, apply now ! To apply, please log onto our recruitment portal and submit your cover letter and resume outlining the experience, qualifications, and capabilities you can bring to the role.

To learn more about the role please reach out to Scott Horniblow at scott.horniblow@evoenergy.com.au or if you have any questions about the application process, please email Macy Dkhar at recruitment@evoenergy.com.au

Please note: the successful applicant must have, or be willing to obtain, an AusCheck background check. For more information on AusCheck background checks, please see information available from Department of Home Affairs

Closing Date : Monday 10 November 2025

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces and fosters a culture that supports diversity, inclusion and respect, where people are empowered to fulfil their potential. We welcome people with diverse skills, experiences, perspectives and backgrounds, and encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people that identify as LGBTQIA+, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.