Electrical Design Engineer (Data Centres)

OCU; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

OCU Group is seeking a qualified Electrical Engineer to lead high-quality electrical design for Data Centre projects. You will develop detailed drawings, calculations, analyses, reports, and specifications, ensuring compliance with Australian standards and safety requirements.

This role requires collaboration across disciplines to deliver technically sound, commercially viable, and constructible solutions. Based in Melbourne, with opportunities to work from Sydney or Brisbane offices, the role

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering with CPEng recognition or active pursuit.
• Minimum 3 years’ electrical engineering experience, preferably in data centres.
• Strong knowledge of AS 3000 and AS 2067 and related regulatory frameworks.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and industry-standard design software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver comprehensive electrical design packages for Data Centre projects.
• Design HV/LV distribution, UPS, standby generation, and protection schemes.
• Perform load flow, fault studies, and reliability analyses.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure integrated solutions.
• Provide input into tender documentation, cost estimation, and procurement specs.
• Prepare installation and commissioning specifications and interfaces with SCADA.
• Lead design reviews and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Skills

Electrical design

Data Centre

AutoCAD

Regulatory knowledge

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

CPEng (or working towards)

Tools

AutoCAD

ETAP

Power system analysis tools

Job description

OCU Group is a global infrastructure and energy services business with more than 5,000 people delivering projects that power communities and support the energy transition.

Our Australian and New Zealand operations are growing fast, bringing together great businesses including All Energy Contracting (AEC), Bam Bam, Pilecom and Volta under one group.

At Volta Energy Group, we don’t just talk about impact, we deliver it. Our projects span utility-scale renewables, battery storage, data centres, transmission and distribution infrastructure, and heavy fleet electrification.

With Advisory Project Delivery, and Asset Services under one roof, we across the full lifecycle of energy infrastructure projects – from strategy and feasibility to construction, commissioning and operations. Our clients include major developers, tier 1 construction firms, leading utilities, just to name a few.

About the opportunity

Reporting to the Director, Engineering, you’ll take the lead in developing high-quality electrical designs, calculations, analyses, reports, and specifications for Data Centre projects.

You will have the opportunity to work across a broad spectrum of energy projects – from concept to execution – contributing to solutions that shape Australia’s low-carbon future. This is a role for someone who thrives on technical complexity, fast-paced delivery, and purpose-led work.

This role can be based in our Melbourne, Sydney or Brisbane offices. What you’ll do

• Develop and deliver comprehensive electrical design packages, including detailed drawings, calculations, specifications, and technical reports that meet client, regulatory, performance and safety standards.
• Design and review Data Centre electrical systems including HV/LV distribution (including redundancy concepts), UPS and standby generation.
• Perform advanced electrical system analysis, including load flow, fault studies, voltage drop assessments, reliability studies and bus/conductor sizing.
• Liaise with other related disciplines/design partners to ensure whole of system solutions are achieved.
• Provide technical input into tender documentation, cost estimation and vendor selection.
• Design and document dual-conversion power system solutions, LV and HV distribution networks, and HV protection.
• Design cable containment and routing infrastructure, earthing and bonding systems, and metering and monitoring solutions.
• Prepare installation and commissioning specifications, as well as procurement specifications for major equipment and components.
• Design control and automation system interfaces in collaboration with controls and SCADA teams.
• Produce switchroom, switchyard and equipment general arrangements.
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, vendors, and clients throughout the full design lifecycle, from concept through to construction support, ensuring solutions are technically sound, commercially viable, and constructible.
• Serve as the electrical design subject matter expert within multidisciplinary teams, offering guidance and oversight to ensure design quality, regulatory compliance, and seamless integration across project elements.

About you

You’re a qualified Electrical Engineer with a passion for quality design and a track record of delivering complex engineering projects in the Data Centre sector. You thrive in collaborative environments, bring strong technical judgement, and are motivated by real-world impact. You’ll also bring:

• A degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, with CPEng recognition (or working towards) through Engineers Australia
• Minimum 3 years of experience in electrical engineering, preferably within Data Centre projects.
• Sound knowledge of relevant Australian standards (e.g. AS 3000 and AS 2067) and regulatory frameworks
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and industry-standard design and analysis software
• Strong technical capabilities in electrical systems design, implementation, and optimisation
• Demonstrated experience in preparing high-quality technical reports and documentation
• A proactive, detail-oriented mindset with a commitment to safety, compliance, and engineering excellence
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage effectively with clients, project teams, and stakeholders
• An ability to work both independently as well as within teams.