Principal or Senior Electrical Engineer

5 days ago

North Sydney Council, Australia K Practice Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

Senior / Principal Electrical Engineer – Critical Infrastructure ($1B+ Project)

Location: Northern Sydney & Parramatta | Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time

The Opportunity

Join a nationally recognised engineering firm delivering landmark infrastructure projects across Australia. The next five years will see this role embedded in a $1B+ water and wastewater infrastructure program, paving the way for a subsequent $500M expansion — both critical to the region's long-term growth and sustainability.

As a Senior / Principal Electrical Engineer, you'll lead the design, analysis, and delivery of LV/HV power systems, MCCs, switchgear, protection systems, and PLC/SCADA integration. You'll work alongside multidisciplinary teams, mentoring junior engineers and collaborating closely with clients, contractors, and authorities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead electrical design for major water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
  • Undertake system studies (load flow, arc flash, fault level, protection coordination).
  • Specify and review electrical equipment including MCCs, VSDs, transformers, and UPS.
  • Provide leadership from concept through commissioning.
  • Ensure compliance with Australian Standards and WHS legislation.

About You

  • Degree-qualified Electrical Engineer (CPEng highly regarded).
  • 8+ years' experience in electrical design for water, wastewater, or infrastructure.
  • Proficient in SKM PTW, ETAP, or PowerFactory.
  • Strong grasp of LV/HV protection, earthing, and switchgear design.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and mentoring capability.

Why Join

  • Secure long-term project pipeline years immediate project pipeline with extensions highly predicted. This is a lot higher than the average pipeline of work secured by any company seeking a permanent position).
  • Leadership pathway with autonomy and technical influence.
  • Collaborative culture with multidisciplinary exposure.
  • Competitive salary package plus flexible work arrangements.

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