Digital Engineering Lead

Fyfe; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Fyfe is seeking a Digital Engineering Lead for Power & Energy in Sydney to shape digital engineering strategy across generation, transmission and distribution assets. You will lead design, integration and adoption of BIM, digital twins, SCADA integrations and asset data platforms to improve performance and lifecycle outcomes.

This is a technical leadership role with people management; you will set standards, build high-performing teams and partner with clients and delivery partners to embed

Qualifications

• Over 10 years' experience in design, drafting, 3D modelling and BIM for HV infrastructure.
• A relevant tertiary qualification in Engineering or IT.
• Experience leading digital delivery across electrical, civil, structural and mechanical services.
• Strong leadership and ability to engage clients and teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead digital engineering deliverables for transmission/substation assets.
• Define and govern digital engineering standards, architecture and quality.
• Build and mentor multidisciplinary teams; drive data-driven delivery.
• Collaborate with clients and partners to embed digital solutions.

Skills

Digital leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Leadership

Project delivery

Education

Engineering degree

IT-related degree

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Revit

BIM

Digital twin platforms

Job description

Digital Engineering Lead - Power & Energy

Sydney | Strategic and Technical Leadership

• Shape Fyfe's digital engineering strategy across generation, transmission and distribution assets
• Lead digital delivery for substations and high-voltage infrastructure
• Build capability, standards and data-driven ways of working across multidisciplinary teams

The Opportunity

Fyfe is strengthening how digital technologies are applied across power and energy projects, assets and operations. We're looking for a Digital Engineering Lead who can connect strategic thinking with practical delivery and help shape what comes next.

In this role, you'll lead the design, integration and adoption of digital engineering solutions, including BIM, digital twins, advanced analytics, automation and asset data platforms. Your work will help improve asset performance, reliability, safety and lifecycle outcomes.

This is a technical leadership role requiring strong people management. You'll set digital engineering standards, lead multidisciplinary teams and work with internal teams, clients and delivery partners to embed data-driven practices.

The Impact You'll Have

• Lead the production of drawings, models and digital engineering deliverables for transmission and distribution substations and high-voltage infrastructure.
• Shape and deliver digital engineering strategy across generation, transmission and distribution assets.
• Govern digital engineering standards, architecture and quality frameworks, ensuring outputs meet client requirements and document management standards.
• Drive the implementation of BIM, digital twins, SCADA integrations and asset data systems across multidisciplinary projects.
• Build high-performing teams, develop future capability and champion collaborative, accountable and innovative ways of working.
• Strengthen relationships with clients and internal stakeholders while improving how digital delivery is planned, resourced and integrated into project execution.

What You'll Bring

You'll combine deep digital delivery experience in the energy sector with the leadership skills to turn a digital engineering vision into practical outcomes.

• More than 10 years' experience in design, drafting, 3D modelling and BIM for high-voltage infrastructure, including transmission and distribution substations, industrial facilities, renewable energy generation and/or energy storage.
• A relevant tertiary qualification in Engineering, Information Technology or a related discipline.
• Experience managing digital delivery across multiple disciplines, including electrical, civil, structural and mechanical services.
• Advanced knowledge and use of AutoCAD, MicroStation and Revit, together with experience using BIM and digital twin platforms.
• Knowledge of international, Australian and network service provider design standards.
• Demonstrated leadership capability, including building and developing high-performing teams and leading people through digital transformation.
• Strong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to engage clients, stakeholders and technical teams effectively.

Why Fyfe?

Fyfe is an Australian multidisciplinary consultancy with more than 700 people across engineering, environment, planning and surveying. We work across the Energy & Resources, Renewables, Infrastructure and Property sectors, partnering with clients to deliver high-quality, commercially pragmatic solutions throughout Australia.

As our Digital Engineering Lead, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Shape how digital engineering is delivered across major transmission, distribution and renewable energy projects.
• Build capability, develop future leaders and establish standards that will guide project delivery for years to come.
• Contribute to projects supporting Australia's evolving energy landscape, including power networks, renewable energy generation and critical infrastructure.
• Put your own stamp on a growing capability while working closely with senior leaders across the business.

Only candidates who are Australian Citizens, Permanent Residents or hold full Australian working rights will be considered.

Agency applications will not be accepted.