À propos de ce poste Lead Electrical Engineer chez Aurecon
Lead Electrical Engineer – Buildings
At Aurecon, we are optimistic about the future. We are thinkers, solvers and collaborators who work with our clients to deliver the infrastructure and assets that strengthen communities and create a sustainable future.
What you'll do
As a Lead Electrical Engineer – Buildings in Perth, you'll lead the delivery of electrical building services designs across a diverse portfolio of projects spanning defence, healthcare, data centres, resources and commercial developments. You'll work as part of our growing Buildings team, helping shape innovative, safe and sustainable solutions while supporting the development of emerging engineers.
Lead electrical building services design – deliver electrical engineering solutions across building projects from concept through to detailed design and construction support, including power distribution, lighting, backup power, communications, security and associated building systems.
Drive technical excellence – undertake engineering calculations, design reviews and technical assessments to ensure designs are safe, compliant and fit for purpose.
Collaborate across disciplines – work closely with architects, structural, civil, mechanical, ICT, hydraulics, fire and sustainability specialists to develop integrated building solutions.
Manage project delivery – contribute to project planning, resource allocation and design budget management, ensuring quality outcomes are delivered efficiently and in line with client expectations.
Support clients and stakeholders – engage with project managers, contractors, subcontractors, clients and external stakeholders to resolve challenges, communicate design intent and support project delivery.
Mentor and develop others – provide technical guidance and support to junior engineers, designers and drafters while helping build capability across the team.
Contribute to future opportunities – support proposals, bids and client engagement activities, helping position Aurecon for continued growth across defence, data centres and other strategic markets.
What you'll bring
You are a collaborative and technically capable engineer who enjoys solving complex problems, building relationships and delivering high-quality outcomes. You will also have:
A bachelor's degree (or higher) in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering or a related discipline.
Approximately 6+ years' experience delivering electrical building services design projects within a consulting, engineering or design environment.
Demonstrated experience across complex building projects such as defence, healthcare, data centres, commercial developments, resources non-process infrastructure or similar sectors.
Strong technical capability across low-voltage power distribution, essential and non-essential systems, backup generation, UPS systems, earthing, protection and coordination, and compliance-based design.
Experience in lighting design, including emergency and egress lighting, and coordination of electrical services within complex building environments.
Sound knowledge of relevant Australian Standards, the National Construction Code (NCC) and electrical design requirements, including AS/NZS 3000 and related standards.
Experience producing and reviewing technical documentation, engineering calculations, reports and design deliverables.
Proficiency with industry software such as Revit, AutoCAD, PowerCAD, AGi32, DIALux, SKM, ETAP or similar design tools.
Strong stakeholder engagement, communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
Chartered status with Engineers Australia, or progress towards Chartership, is highly regarded.
Australian citizenship or the ability to obtain and maintain an Australian Government Baseline Security Clearance is highly regarded due to the nature of defence-related projects.
How we support your growth
We believe your career should be a rewarding adventure. You'll have the opportunity to work on some of Australia's most interesting building projects across defence, healthcare, data centres and major infrastructure sectors. As part of a growing and highly regarded team, you'll gain exposure to technical leadership, project leadership, client engagement and mentoring opportunities, while being supported through professional development, Chartership pathways and future career progression.
Who we are
We are an engineering consultancy with more than 6,000 people across Australia, New Zealand and Asia. We believe the world needs people who can engineer possibilities; people who can create infrastructure that makes life better for people and the planet. That is why we are here – to bring ideas to life, the Aurecon way.
Ready for your next adventure?
If this sounds like your next step, we'd love to hear from you. We value diverse experiences and welcome applications for part-time or flexible working arrangements. For recruitment adjustments, contact
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