Lead Electrical Engineer, Power & Control Systems

Cell Engineering; Newcastle; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid work-from-home

Wellness programs

Lifestyle perks

Job summary

Cell Engineering seeks a self-sufficient Senior Electrical Engineer to lead electrical, control and power system design across diverse industrial sectors in Newcastle. You will coordinate workgroups and deliver concepts through commissioning while mentoring junior engineers.

With a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering and 7+ years of experience, you will work with Principal Engineers, ensure ISO 9001 compliance, and grow client partnerships within a national network.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (eligible for Engineers Australia membership).
• Minimum of 7+ years of relevant industry experience in electrical systems design and project delivery.
• Advanced technical understanding of power systems, process control systems (PCS), and electrical software design packages.
• Proven capability in managing project financials, resource allocation, and delivering to target deadlines.
• Chartered status (CPEng / NER / NSW Registration / RPEQ) or eligibility to attain registration.
• Approachable leadership style with strong communication, interpersonal, and team-mentoring abilities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage engineering workgroups delivering electrical, control, and power system design solutions.
• Guide, mentor, and review the technical deliverables of Project Engineers and Graduate Engineers.
• Manage end-to-end project execution, including scope, schedules, budget management, WIP, and reporting.
• Lead the preparation of high-quality technical reports, specifications, and white papers from concept through to post-commissioning.
• Ensure all designs maintain 100% compliance with ISO 9001 quality systems, AS/NZS standards, and legislative requirements.
• Contribute to business development by identifying new market opportunities, maintaining client relationships, and supporting tender proposals.
• Drive continuous improvement across company engineering systems, safety culture, and quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Electrical design

Power systems

Project management

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Chartered eligibility/Engineers Australia membership

Tools

Electrical design software

Job description

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