Project Engineer (Civil)

About Snowy:

Snowy Hydro is a dynamic, integrated energy business that has been providing on-demand, reliable energy to Australia for generations. Snowy Hydro owns and operates a powerful combination of generation assets, including the mighty Snowy Mountains Scheme, gas and diesel plants, and contracted wind and solar energy. We also provide electricity and gas to about 1.5 million retail customers through our retail brands Red Energy and Lumo Energy. 

About the position:

Are you looking for your next career step within Snowy Hydro? An exciting opportunity has opened for a Project Engineer (Civil) to join the Project Engineering stream. Serving as the Owner's Engineer within the Project Team, you will manage the civil/structural technical workstream, overseeing external design processes to ensure all deliverables are safe, fit-for-purpose, and aligned with SHL’s long-term lifecycle models.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the technical owner for civil/structural design packages (foundations, dams, hydraulic structures, penstocks, and concrete/steel infrastructure), ensuring safety, reliability, and maintainability.
• Perform and check simple to complex calculations and verify contractor submissions with minimal to none detailed supervision.
• Own the civil technical baseline for simple projects and author Scopes of Work/Service to drive procurement.
• Act as the first point of resolution for technical conflicts and non-conformances, escalating strategic issues to Senior or Principal Engineers.
• Provide field engineering and technical guidance during commissioning and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT).
• Supervise site contractors and provide on-the-job coaching and peer reviews to Graduate Project Engineers.

About the location:

Based in Cooma, this hybrid role (minimum 3 days in-office) joins a dedicated local engineering team supporting Snowy Hydro's assets. Occasional travel across regional sites will be required.

About you:

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or equivalent tertiary diploma combined with relevant industry experience (eligible for Membership of Engineers Australia).
• 2–8 years of professional engineering experience within power generation, heavy civil infrastructure, or utilities.
• Average knowledge of structural, geotechnical, and hydraulic fundamentals, with the ability to manage technical risks (e.g., slope instability, foundation hazards).
• Thorough working knowledge of relevant Australian Standards (AS 1170, 3600, 4100, 5100), the NCC, and dam safety guidelines.
• Strong design management, contractor supervision, and stakeholder negotiation skills, with experience participating in Safety in Design (SiD), HAZID, and HAZOP sessions.

Applications will close by Friday, 5th of June. 

About our workforce:

Diversity and inclusion is important to us. Snowy Hydro has a culture of decency and inclusion, with a commitment to the health and wellbeing of our people and a supportive environment to ensure that everyone - regardless of background - feels included and can succeed. At Snowy Hydro, we recognise that we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each individual brings, and we believe in providing an environment that allows that uniqueness to thrive.

Snowy Hydro is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to the values of Equal Employment Opportunity and provide accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for a role with Snowy Hydro and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please send an email with your request to the Snowy Hydro recruitment team at recruitment@snowyhydro.com.au

Why Join Snowy Hydro?

We are committed to creating a rewarding and supportive environment for our people. When you join our team, you can expect:
 
Excellent Work-Life Balance: Benefit from a hybrid work model (2 Days WFH), 30 weeks of paid parental leave, and the option to purchase up to 2 weeks of additional annual leave each year.
Competitive Rewards: In addition to your yearly salary, you can earn a KPI-based bonus and be celebrated through our employee recognition and rewards program.
Professional Development: Enjoy unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning to support your continuous growth and career advancement.
A Great Culture: Join our amazing project engineering team in our Cooma office that is committed to your career growth and development.
Exclusive Savings & Benefits: Take advantage of a wide range of employee perks & discounts, including novated leasing, corporate rates on private health insurance, and deals on tech, travel, and more.