Principal Electrical Engineer - Design-Build Leader & Mentor

Sequoyah Electric & Network Services

Redmond

On-site

AUD 170,000 - 225,000

Full time

3 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Employer Paid Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with match

Paid Time Off

7 Paid Holidays

Flex Savings Account

Education Assistance Program

Job summary

Sequoyah Electric & Network Services is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer in Australia to lead complex building electrical designs and provide technical leadership across design‑build projects. You will mentor engineers, collaborate with architects and contractors, and drive standards, constructability, and value for clients.

You will guide power distribution, lighting, and emergency systems while ensuring compliance with NEC/IBC and energy codes.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering.
10+ years of electrical engineering experience focused on building power systems and electrical infrastructure design.
Experience in MEP consulting, design‑build construction, or an Architecture & Engineering (A/E) environment.
Experience designing electrical power distribution systems for commercial, multifamily residential, high‑rise or similar facilities.
Experience supporting design‑build project delivery from concept through construction and project execution.
Strong understanding of electrical system design, power distribution, electrical calculations, equipment selection, and multidisciplinary coordination.
Strong knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC), International Building Code (IBC), and applicable energy codes.
Experience producing and reviewing construction documents, electrical calculations, and technical specifications.
Experience collaborating with architects, contractors, owners, and multidisciplinary project teams.
Proficiency with Revit, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

Lead the design of electrical systems for commercial, multifamily residential, high‑rise, healthcare, and other complex building projects.
Serve as a technical authority for power distribution, lighting, lighting controls, and emergency power systems.
Provide engineering direction from concept through construction while balancing performance, cost, schedule, and constructability.
Review and approve electrical calculations, drawings, specifications, and other technical deliverables.
Ensure designs meet applicable codes, client requirements, and project objectives.
Partner closely with estimating, project management, prefabrication, and field operations teams throughout project development and execution.
Identify opportunities to improve constructability, reduce risk, increase labor efficiency, and optimize project outcomes.
Evaluate alternative design approaches that create value for customers and improve project competitiveness.
Collaborate on procurement strategies, construction sequencing, and execution planning.
Support preconstruction efforts by identifying innovative and cost‑effective solutions.