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Principal / senior electrical engineer

Port Fairy
Aecom
Posted: 21 May
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Job Description Our national Building Engineering team are looking for technically strong Electrical Engineers to join their team. You will be involved primarily in defence projects, with the opportunity to support design across a variety of other sectors including health, sports infrastructure, education, data centre and aviation projects.Locations:Adelaide (preferred), Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane.Key Responsibilities Lead the design and delivery of sophisticated electrical engineering solutions across health, defence, transport, data centres, sports facilities, and other complex building projects, ensuring safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance.Act as the senior technical authority on major projects, providing expert review, guidance, and oversight of electrical design, installation strategies, and system integration.Oversee multiple electrical projects concurrently, balancing technical rigor, program delivery, and client expectations to achieve successful outcomes.Collaborate closely with multi-disciplinary teams to integrate electrical systems seamlessly into broader building services, offering technical insight on lighting, power distribution, fire and life safety, and low‐voltage systems.Mentor and support junior and mid‐level engineers, fostering technical excellence, innovative thinking, and professional development across the team.Qualifications Ideally, 9+ years' experience in Electrical Engineering, gained within a Building Services consultancy, senior contracting role, or government department, with proven expertise in delivering technically complex projects across diverse sectors.Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) and RPEV/RPEQ registration preferred.Demonstrated ability to lead multiple technical projects simultaneously, applying advanced electrical design expertise to ensure quality and innovation.Deep knowledge of Australian Standards, building codes, and electrical systems, with strong capability to provide technical leadership and mentor engineers and clients alike.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a genuine passion for mentoring, developing, and supporting engineers at earlier stages of their careers.Previous Defence experience is strongly preferred, with nuclear industry experience highly regarded.Australian Citizenship required; previous or current defence clearance highly regarded.Why you'll love working with us Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, part‐time, job‐sharing and hybrid work options.Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year.Flex public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better.Continuous learning and growth – lunch and learns, professional development courses, financial study assistance, 5 days paid study leave, global career opportunities.Benefits We are a Fortune 500 Most Admired Company, a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality, a Work180 Equitable Workplace Awards 2025 Winner, and an AWEI Bronze Tier LGBTQ+ Inclusive Employer.We celebrate diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. Adjustments during the hiring process are available.Location Hybrid – Adelaide (preferred), Melbourne, Sydney, or Brisbane.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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