Electrical Engineer

Beyond Electrical Engineering (BEE); Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wages-based compensation

Annual Incentive Bonus Scheme

Paid overtime with RDOs

Professional growth opportunities

Team events

Job summary

Beyond Electrical Engineering (BEE) in Melbourne is seeking a full‑time Electrical Engineer to lead LV electrical design on industrial and infrastructure projects. The role focuses on low‑voltage work and hazardous areas, with opportunities to engage from feasibility through commissioning.

You will collaborate with clients and multidisciplinary teams, deliver robust engineering solutions, and contribute to BEE's growth in LV and hazardous areas services.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical/Mechatronics or related discipline.
• 5+ years in industrial, manufacturing or infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of AS3000 and AS60079.
• LV design experience with HV exposure valued.
• Experience on client site, commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Deliver LV/HV electrical design across projects from concept to handover.
• Design switchboards, MCCs, cabling, protection and earthing.
• Perform electrical calculations and power studies.
• Prepare reports, specifications, drawings and schedules.
• Coordinate with clients, vendors and multidisciplinary teams.
• Support proposals, tenders and commissioning.

Skills

LV electrical design

Industrial automation

SCADA Ignition

Power systems studies

Client liaison

Education

Bachelor of Electrical Engineering

RPEV / CPEng / NER (or progressing)

A Grade Electrical Licence

Tools

Siemens PLC

Rockwell PLC

Schneider PLC

Ignition SCADA

Job description

Beyond Electrical Engineering (BEE) is a leading provider of electrical engineering and automation solutions, delivering projects across Australia and internationally. We specialise in Control Systems, Low Voltage, High Voltage, and Renewables, with expertise spanning power system design, industrial automation, OT networking, and 3D drafting.

BEE partners with clients across renewables, resources, transmission, transport, water, manufacturing, and heavy industry. With offices in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Newcastle, Devonport, Hobart, and Perth, we deliver end-to-end support across the full project lifecycle, providing reliable, construction-ready solutions that meet the highest standards of safety, efficiency, and performance.

Our team is made up of skilled engineers, technicians, and designers who operate at the forefront of the industry. We work with renewable developers, utilities, mining operators, manufacturers, and infrastructure providers to deliver technically proven, construction-ready solutions. From utility-scale solar and wind farms to manufacturing, resources and water treatment facilities, we ensure reliable outcomes backed by 24/7 support.

At BEE, our people are our strength. By empowering our team, we continue to exceed client expectations and help drive the transition to a smarter, more sustainable energy future.

As well as this opportunity based out of our Melbourne office, the team continues to grow with opportunities also in our Brisbane, Devonport, Newcastle, and Sydney Offices.

At BEE, we know our people are the difference. That’s why we offer more than just a job. We provide a workplace where you can grow, be supported, and enjoy real rewards:

• Wages based compensation and weekly payroll
• An Annual Incentive Bonus Scheme recognising your contribution
• Paid overtime available, with RDOs to support work-life balance
• Join a high-growth engineering consultancy at an exciting stage of its evolution.
• Regular team events to stay connected and celebrate success
• Work within a collaborative, values-driven culture where technical excellence, trust, accountability and practical problem-solving are highly valued.

Be part of a company that values you, invests in your growth, and celebrates your success both on and off the job.

The Role

We’re seeking a full‑time Electrical Engineer based in Melbourne, focused on low-voltage (LV) electrical engineering and hazardous areas projects. You’ll work closely with clients to define technical requirements and deliver robust engineering solutions, from early requirements through design, integration, commissioning and handover.

Responsibilities for the role include:

• Deliver electrical engineering support across the full project lifecycle, from feasibility and FEED through detailed design, construction and commissioning.
• Undertake LV/HV electrical design for industrial, manufacturing, energy and infrastructure projects.
• Design and specify switchboards, MCCs, Motor Control, cabling, protection and earthing systems.
• Perform electrical calculations and power system studies, including fault levels, protection coordination, arc flash and earthing.
• Prepare high‑quality engineering deliverables including calculations, reports, specifications, scopes, drawings and schedules.
• Undertake site inspections, investigations and provide practical solutions for brownfield and greenfield projects.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, vendors and multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Support project proposals, feasibility studies, tenders, construction and commissioning.

Qualifications / Experience:

• Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechatronics, Controls, or related discipline)
• 5+ years' experience in industrial, manufacturing or infrastructure projects.
• RPEV, CPEng, NER or actively working towards accreditation.
• Strong experience in LV electrical design, with HV experience highly regarded.
• Experience with power distribution, MCCs, switchboards, motors, instrumentation and industrial electrical systems.
• Experience producing engineering calculations, specifications, reports and design documentation.
• Strong knowledge of relevant Australian Standards, such as AS3000 and AS60079, and electrical design practices.
• Experience with client site work, implementation, and commissioning.

About You:

• Must have full work rights in Australia
• Drivers Licence
• Experience in hazardous areas, instrumentation/control systems or power system studies would be highly regarded.
• Experience in Industrial Automation- PLC (Siemens, Rockwell, Schneider) and SCADA (Ignition) will be highly regarded.
• A Grade Electrical Licence will be advantageous

Join Us

This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced electrical engineer to step into a role focused on technically challenging LV and Hazardous Areas projects.

You’ll deliver high‑quality electrical engineering solutions across BEE’s growing project portfolio and help develop the engineering capability supporting its expanding LV and hazardous areas service offering.

BEE supports flexible ways of working. The successful candidate can be based in Melbourne, with business‑related travel to engage with clients.

If you're excited by the opportunity to combine your engineering expertise, project delivery and the chance to shape something new within a rapidly growing business, we'd love to hear from you.

BEE is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourages applications from people with a range of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

Please note: We are not accepting unsolicited agency referrals for this vacancy.