Our water group has secured multiple long term framework contracts and significant career defining major projects with key water authority clients across Australia and locally in South-East Queensland.  This has created a great opportunity for experienced Electrical Engineers to join our team.

About the role:

We are seeking a Senior Principal Electrical Engineer for our thriving Brisbane office to develop, and design electrical systems, and networks for engineering projects in our Water Division. You will work under the general direction of the Water Infrastructure Group Leader and be responsible for small team of electrical engineers.

The Electrical Engineer/Team Lead is responsible for:

• Perform electrical engineering design which includes modelling, engineering drawings, calculations, reports and design criteria to support electrical engineering projects.
• Perform calculations to analyze and design electrical systems using company standard software and proprietary manufacturer software.
• Assist in the evaluation and selection of electrical systems and materials and the development of electrical specifications.
• Contribute to the development of electrical systems, through sketches, electronic models, diagrams, and other visual formats.
• Assist in the preparation of engineering project documents, client presentations, client contact and communication pertaining to specific project deliverables.
• Prepare electrical engineering documents by developing construction specifications, plans and schedules.
• Assist in the review of shop drawings and submittals, responds to request for information, prepares site observation reports, and performs other contract administration tasks.
• Recognize when technical problems are developing and initiate appropriate corrective actions.
• Be available for onsite visits or project commissioning as required from time to time
• Be stationed in a client environment on small secondment when required
• Recognize and champion safe working practices in electrical industry

To be successful for this role you'll present:

• Tertiary Qualification in Engineering with an emphasis on Electrical.
• Between 15 years’ or more experience in a similar position with well-rounded experience in on Water and Wastewater projects.
• Knowledge and experience in LV and MV power systems in Australia.
• Experience with CAD and power engineering software tools.
• Highly developed consulting skills to liaise with clients and other stakeholders to achieve mutually successful project outcomes.
• Have achieved CPEng and RPEQ status.
• Be willing to offer mentorship to junior engineers based on appropriate level of knowledge.
• Be willing to work from the South Brisbane office a minimum of three days per week.
•  Have excellent people management skills.