Senior Electrical Engineer

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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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