The Lead Electrical Engineer is responsible for overseeing the design, development, and implementation of projects. This role involves leading a team of engineers and designers, ensuring project success from conception to completion.
Key Responsibilities - Lead electrical engineering design and implementation for electrical projects
- Develop, review, and approve electrical schematics, drawings, and specifications.
- Oversee and manage project timelines, budgets, and resources.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and project teams.
- Ensure compliance with Australian industry regulations, safety standards, and best practices.
- Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies.
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including clients and vendors.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives and innovative solutions.
- Troubleshoot and resolve electrical engineering issues efficiently.
- Interpret Scope of Work documentation and design drawings, using drafting software such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, or SolidWorks.
Position Requirements - Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
- Minimum 5-10 years’ experience in Engineering or Project Management.
- Current National Police Clearance.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Excellent time management and organisational skills.
- WHS Construction Safety Induction White Card.
- Demonstrated good safety record and knowledge of Work Health & Safety.
- Ability to work well under pressure whilst maintaining a high level of accuracy.
- Highly organised with the ability to prioritise, schedule, and plan day-to-day work.
- Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
- High-level strategic and analytical thinking, numerical, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work to deadlines whilst maintaining an organised and structured projects
- Experience within a professional engineering firm, utilities, resources, or construction industry
- Field management experience.
Position Accountabilities and Responsibilities - Interpret and comprehend the client’s scope of work and technical specifications.
- Provide the Project Team high-level direction and support on technical queries.
- Prepare and review work packs that include MDRs, ITPs, drawings, ITRs, JSAs, and SWMS.
- Perform overall quality control of the work (budget, schedule, plans, personnel performance) and report regularly on project status.
- Interpret Client needs and requirements and represent them in the field.
- Conduct QA/QC inspections of foundation and lines construction.
- Establish field test methods and processes for monitoring quality.
- Create frameworks to measure project metrics and data collection.
- Prepare red-line markups on drawings and maintain records for As-Built drawings.
- Propose engineering solutions for site modifications where required.
- Analyse and review engineering deliverables to confirm alignment with standards.
- Liaise with clients daily to interpret their needs and requirements for allocated projects.
Benefits - Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
- Career development and training opportunities.
- Work on exciting and innovative projects.
- Supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Health and wellness programs.
How to Apply If you are a motivated and skilled
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