Lead Electrical Engineer — Industrial Power & Automation

Aurecon Group; Queensland; Hybrid; AUD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurecon Group is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer to drive design and delivery of major industrial projects in Queensland. You will shape electrical concepts, lead teams, and ensure safe, reliable power distribution and motor control systems for complex facilities.

You will bring a minimum of 10 years’ post graduate experience, a recognised Electrical Engineering degree, and RPEQ registration. The role supports flexible work options and career development within Aurecon’s design academy.

Qualifications

• Completed a Degree in Electrical Engineering recognised by Engineers Australia.
• Minimum of 10 years’ post graduate experience on industrial projects.
• Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland (RPEQ) in the Electrical discipline.
• Excellent communications skills, both verbal and written.
• In-plant electrical distribution and motor control systems knowledge.
• Understanding of functional safety principles (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Deep knowledge of light and heavy industrial projects.
• Experience with process plants or bulk materials handling systems.
• Fundamental knowledge of key Australian Standards.
• Experience with instrumentation systems.
• Leadership and collaboration across multi-disciplinary teams.
• Knowledge of power systems software and integration with plant controls.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Instrumentation experience

Safety principles

Education

Degree recognised by Engineers Australia

RPEQ registration (Electrical)

Tools

Power systems software

Job description

Aurecon Group is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer to drive design and delivery of major industrial projects in Queensland. You will shape electrical concepts, lead teams, and ensure safe, reliable power distribution and motor control systems for complex facilities.

You will bring a minimum of 10 years’ post graduate experience, a recognised Electrical Engineering degree, and RPEQ registration. The role supports flexible work options and career development within Aurecon’s design academy.