Senior Electrical Engineer

4 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia ProFound People Full time

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Recruitment consultant specialising in Electrical and Control Systems Engineering

Senior / Lead Electrical Engineer

Location: Melbourne, VIC

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Senior / Lead Electrical Engineer to join our team in Melbourne. This role is ideal for an engineer with strong expertise in switchboards, switchrooms, and outdoor enclosures within a design or manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in leading projects, mentoring junior engineers, and delivering high-quality electrical engineering solutions across critical infrastructure sectors.

Experience in the water industry or broader utilities sector will be highly regarded.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design, development, and delivery of electrical switchboards, switchrooms, and outdoor enclosure solutions.
  • Provide technical leadership across engineering design, drafting, and manufacturing processes.
  • Oversee and review electrical drawings, schematics, and single line diagrams (SLDs).
  • Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, electrical codes, and client specifications.
  • Collaborate with project managers, manufacturing teams, and clients to ensure successful project outcomes.
  • Conduct technical reviews, risk assessments, and quality checks on electrical designs.
  • Support and mentor junior engineers and drafters, fostering a culture of technical excellence.
  • Engage with clients, consultants, and contractors to provide technical expertise and guidance.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across design, safety, and manufacturing practices.

Skills & Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent).
  • Minimum 8+ years of experience in switchboard, switchroom, or enclosure design and/or manufacturing.
  • Strong understanding of LV/MV electrical systems, protection schemes, and distribution equipment.
  • Proven ability to lead engineering projects from concept through to delivery.
  • Excellent knowledge of relevant Australian Standards (e.g., AS/NZS 61439, AS/NZS 3000).
  • Strong CAD/drafting interpretation and design review capability.
  • Experience in the water sector, utilities, or infrastructure projects (desirable but not essential).
  • Exceptional problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Opportunity to take on a senior leadership role in a growing business.
  • Diverse and technically challenging projects across critical infrastructure.
  • Supportive and collaborative team culture.
  • Competitive remuneration package with opportunities for career progression.

Sounds like you?

0414987608

Charlie@profoundpeople.com.au

Seniority level
  • Seniority levelMid-Senior level
Employment type
  • Employment typeFull-time
Job function
  • IndustriesManufacturing and Electric Power Transmission, Control, and Distribution

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