Electrical Project Design Lead — Infrastructure

SME Powered Services; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Flexible start and finish times

Opportunity to work on large-scale, VE

Safety and quality focus

Job summary

SME Powered Services in Melbourne is seeking a Project Design Coordinator (Electrical Engineer) to support major electrical infrastructure, data centre, industrial and commercial construction projects. You will coordinate electrical design packages, review drawings, and ensure alignment between design intent and delivery, working closely with project managers, consultants, and clients.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor degree in electrical engineering and 3-8 years' experience in design

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering.
• 3-8 years' experience in electrical design, project engineering, design coordination, or design management.
• Experience within construction, infrastructure, industrial, building services, or EPC environments.
• Strong understanding of electrical engineering principles and Australian Standards.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Excellent organisational, communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and with engineering document management systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate electrical design packages across all stages of project delivery.
• Review and manage drawings, specifications, calculations, reports, and technical documentation.
• Ensure designs comply with project requirements, client expectations, legislation, and Australian Standards.
• Facilitate design coordination between electrical systems and other project disciplines.
• Provide technical support throughout design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover phases.
• Resolve technical issues, design conflicts, and constructability challenges.
• Manage RFIs, design changes, technical queries, and engineering documentation.
• Support project planning by identifying design risks, dependencies, and critical interfaces.
• Build strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and project stakeholders.

Skills

Electrical design

Project engineering

Design coordination

Design management

Australian Standards

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Engineering document management systems

Job description

Project Design Coordinator (Electrical Engineer)

Project Design Coordinator (Electrical Engineer)

Melbourne | Major Electrical & Infrastructure Projects

About SME Powered Services

SME Powered Services is a growing Australian electrical and communications contractor, now entering an exciting stage of growth.

At around two years old, we’re still small enough to move quickly, make decisions and give people genuine ownership — while working on large-scale infrastructure and data centre projects across Victoria. We’re big on support, safety, accountability and having fun along the way. We want people to enjoy coming to work, feel trusted to make decisions and know they have a team behind them.

Are you passionate about quality, systems, compliance, and ensuring projects are delivered right the first time?

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Project Design Coordinator (Electrical Engineer) to support the successful delivery of major electrical infrastructure, data centre, industrial, and commercial construction projects.

Working closely with project managers, design consultants, construction teams, subcontractors, and clients, you will coordinate electrical design activities, ensure technical compliance, and maintain alignment between design intent and project delivery.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to large-scale projects in a growing business while working alongside experienced engineering and project delivery professionals.

Key Responsibilities

· Coordinate electrical design packages across all stages of project delivery.

· Review and manage drawings, specifications, calculations, reports, and technical documentation.

· Ensure designs comply with project requirements, client expectations, legislation, and Australian Standards.

· Facilitate design coordination between electrical systems and other project disciplines.

· Provide technical support throughout design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover phases.

· Resolve technical issues, design conflicts, and constructability challenges.

· Manage RFIs, design changes, technical queries, and engineering documentation.

· Support project planning by identifying design risks, dependencies, and critical interfaces.

· Build strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and project stakeholders.

· Support quality assurance processes and maintain accurate design records and documentation.

About You

· Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering.

· 3-8 years' experience in electrical design, project engineering, design coordination, or design management.

· Experience within construction, infrastructure, industrial, building services, or EPC project environments.

· Strong understanding of electrical engineering principles, construction methodologies, and relevant Australian Standards.

· Ability to interpret electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, specifications, and technical documentation.

· Excellent organisational, communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.

· Proficient with Microsoft Office and engineering document management systems.

Highly Desirable

· Exposure to BIM coordination and digital engineering environments.

· Experience working for electrical contractors or project delivery organisations.

· Understanding of commissioning and project handover processes.

· Work on large-scale and technically challenging projects.

· Be part of a growing and collaborative team environment.

· Gain exposure to industry-leading construction and infrastructure projects.

· Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

If you're an Electrical Engineer who enjoys coordinating complex projects, solving technical challenges, and working closely with delivery teams to achieve successful outcomes, we would love to hear from you.

Why Join Us?

Free onsite parking with flexible start and finish times

Work on complex, high-profile electrical and infrastructure projects across Victoria

Influence quality outcomes across multiple sites and delivery teams.

Opportunity to build and shape quality systems that drive real operational improvement.

Collaborative environment with a strong focus on safety, quality and project excellence.

If you're a quality professional who enjoys combining technical systems expertise with practical site engagement, we'd love to hear from you.

This advert will be available to apply to from 23rd September 2026 - 22nd October 2026

Diversity & Inclusion Statement

At SME Powered Services, we believe great teams are made up of people with different backgrounds, experiences, skills and perspectives.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities and experiences. If you don’t meet every requirement but believe you could be a great fit for the role, we still encourage you to apply.

If you need any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know. We’re happy to work with you to make the process accessible, comfortable and inclusive.

Everyone is welcome at SME Powered Services.

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