Electrical Engineer - Infrastructure & Systems (Hybrid)

AECOM; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 89,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Extra annual leave

Volunteer leave

Public holiday flex

Job summary

AECOM in Australia is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to lead and deliver complex electrical design across transport, infrastructure, ports and maritime projects. You will oversee the design, implementation, and integration of electrical systems meeting safety, reliability and performance standards.

The role requires a Bachelor's in electrical engineering with 5+ years in infrastructure, Chartered membership preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in electrical engineering (or related) with 5+ years' experience in infrastructure projects; chartered/professional membership preferred.
• Project Delivery & Technical Skills: Proven ability to manage complex designs on large-scale transport or urban projects, with strong knowledge of power systems, traction, and Australian standards.
• Communication & Commercial Capability: Strong reporting, proposal writing, stakeholder engagement, and business development skills, supported by solid organizational and time management abilities.
• Collaboration, Growth & Performance: Effective team collaborator across regions, committed to continuous learning, quality delivery, meeting deadlines, and building strong client and internal relationships.

Responsibilities

• Technical Leadership & Delivery: Lead complex electrical design and engineering activities, ensuring compliance with standards, safety regulations, and project objectives (time, cost, quality).
• Quality, Innovation & Expertise: Drive innovative engineering solutions while maintaining high-quality outputs, staying current with industry developments, and building recognised technical expertise.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Communication: Prepare professional reports and proposals, lead presentations, and engage effectively with clients, stakeholders, and industry bodies.
• Capability Building & Risk Awareness: Mentor team members, contribute to industry engagement, and proactively identify and manage environmental and project risks.

Skills

Technical leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Proposal writing

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in electrical engineering

Chartered/professional membership

Job description

AECOM in Australia is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to lead and deliver complex electrical design across transport, infrastructure, ports and maritime projects. You will oversee the design, implementation, and integration of electrical systems meeting safety, reliability and performance standards.

The role requires a Bachelor's in electrical engineering with 5+ years in infrastructure, Chartered membership preferred.