Engineer – OT Comms

Role Overview

• Deliver scopes, estimates, designs, specifications and architectures across OT communications projects
• Apply engineering judgement to solve complex design challenges and optimise outcomes
• Provide specialist expertise across OT communications networks, Remote SCADA and associated systems, including cyber security considerations
• Develop and maintain network architectures, topologies, configuration databases and design documentation
• Produce installation, testing, commissioning and maintenance documentation
• Support service availability, disaster recovery planning and continuous improvement initiatives
• Engage with stakeholders to ensure compliance with legislation, standards, codes and AusNet policies
• Contribute to product roadmaps, ensuring alignment with vendors, digital architecture and business needs
• Share insights, lessons learned and innovations to strengthen team capability and outcomes

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Communications Engineering
• Experience in electrical engineering, project delivery and/or design, ideally within utilities or critical infrastructure
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills across diverse teams and partners
• A solid understanding of the regulatory environment in which AusNet operates
• A disciplined approach to documentation, knowledge management and engineering standards
• Additional requirements: Victorian Driver’s Licence, ability to travel to other AusNet sites as required, Security of Critical Infrastructure (SoCI) background check

Tech Stack

• Cyber Security

Benefits

• Purpose‑driven work with real impact on communities and the energy transition
• Exposure to large‑scale, critical infrastructure and complex OT environments
• A culture that values safety, collaboration, innovation and continuous learning
• Growing your impact with career support through real opportunities and strong connections
• Solving complex energy challenges and working in a caring team culture