Introduction

What are you going to do 

Lead Electrical Engineer

Melbourne

Our client is a leading provider of power and energy solutions, delivering complex projects across power generation, renewable energy, battery storage and critical infrastructure throughout the APAC region. Due to continued growth and a strong project pipeline, they are seeking an experienced Lead Electrical Engineer to join their expanding engineering team.

The Role

This is a technical leadership position focused on electrical design, power systems engineering and HV infrastructure projects. You will provide engineering leadership across the full project lifecycle, from concept and design through to commissioning, while supporting and mentoring a team of engineers.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Leading the design and development of HV and MV electrical systems.
  • Delivering HV substation designs, protection systems and control systems.
  • Conducting and reviewing power system studies including load flow, short circuit, protection coordination and earthing studies.
  • Utilising software such as PowerFactory and CDEGS to analyse and optimise system performance.
  • Supporting renewable energy, BESS and hybrid power projects.
  • Providing technical guidance to internal teams and key stakeholders.
  • Ensuring compliance with Australian standards and engineering best practice.

About You

To be successful, you will have:

  • Degree qualifications in Electrical Engineering.
  • 10+ years' experience in power systems, utilities, mining, power generation or renewable energy projects.
  • Strong experience with HV substations, electrical design and power system studies.
  • Proficiency with PowerFactory, CDEGS or similar modelling software.
  • Knowledge of Australian electrical standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills.

What's On Offer

  • Work on major power, renewable energy and energy transition projects across the APAC region.
  • Join a highly regarded and growing engineering team.
  • Technical leadership opportunity with genuine career progression.

Essential skills and knowledge 

Experience and Qualifications

  • Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering
  • Proven experience delivering electrical design within power generation, mining, or large-scale infrastructure environments
  • Strong background in HV systems, substations, and power distribution
  • Experience leading or mentoring engineers within a project environment
  • Exposure to renewable energy or hybrid power systems
  • Experience with power system studies or modelling tools
  • Broader understanding of control systems or grid integration

What we offer

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Application process

First Contact

We carefully review your application and in the coming weeks, you will be notified for an interview session if you are selected. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7 days.

Scheduling an Interview

After being shortlisted, you will be contacted via email or telephone to arrange for a date on your availability for the qualification interview.

Phone/ Qualification Interview

During the interview, you will be assessed on your level of experience and skills, work history, availability, and the qualifications the company is seeking for the position.

Meeting in Real Life

After successfully making through the phone interview, a face to face interview will be scheduled between the candidate and recruiter. This session can be a more in-depth  interview to review your communication and interpersonal skills.

Application for the Position

Submission of candidates resume for client’s approval and screening.

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