Project Engineer - Electrical

Design & Build Recruitment; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Design & Build Recruitment in Kings Park, NSW seeks an Electrical Project Engineer to manage electrical projects from design to commissioning in a dynamic team. You will coordinate across engineers, suppliers and clients to deliver high‑quality electrical solutions.

The role offers opportunities at Project Engineer and Senior Project Engineer level, with ownership of projects and collaboration with stakeholders to ensure technical and commercial success.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or strong electrical engineering background.
• Experience in electrical project engineering within manufacturing, power generation, MEP or electrical infrastructure environment.
• Exposure to generators and switchgear, and ability to interpret electrical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate electrical engineering projects from initial design through delivery and commissioning.
• Prepare, review and interpret electrical drawings, schematics and technical documentation.
• Utilise AutoCAD to develop, review and modify electrical designs.
• Work on generator systems, switchboards, switchgear and related electrical infrastructure.
• Review electrical calculations including fault current, overload protection and cable sizing.
• Support selection, integration and specification of electrical equipment.
• Consider acoustic requirements and other technical constraints in design.
• Liaise with clients, suppliers, contractors and internal stakeholders to meet technical and commercial requirements.

Skills

Electrical project coordination

Team coordination across disciplines

Strong communication

Electrical design understanding

Client liaison

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Design & Build Recruitment – Kings Park NSW

Project Engineer – Electrical
Location:Kings Park, NSW
Salary: $120,000 – $170,000 + Super, depending on experience
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

This role would suit an electrically qualified engineer who enjoys working across technical design, project coordination and engineering delivery.

With opportunities available at both Project Engineer and Senior Project Engineer level, this is an excellent opportunity to join a technical team where you can take ownership of projects, work closely with key stakeholders and contribute to the delivery of high-quality electrical solutions.

Working closely with the engineering and project teams, your responsibilities will include:

• As a Project Engineer you will be coordinating electrical engineering projects from initial design through to delivery and commissioning.
• This Project Engineer will be preparing, reviewing and interpreting electrical drawings, schematics and technical documentation.
• Utilising AutoCAD to develop, review and modify electrical designs.
• The Project Engineer will be working on generator systems, switchboards, switchgear and associated electrical infrastructure.
• As a Project Engineer you'll be reviewing electrical calculations, including fault current, overload protection and cable sizing.
• The Project Engineer will be supporting the selection, integration and specification of electrical equipment.
• As the Project Engineer you'll consider acoustic requirements and other technical constraints as part of equipment and system design.
• This Project Engineer will be liaising with clients, suppliers, contractors and internal stakeholders to ensure projects meet technical and commercial requirements.

Project Engineer – Electrical
Location:Kings Park, NSW
Salary: $120,000 – $170,000 + Super, depending on experience
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

This role would suit an electrically qualified engineer who enjoys working across technical design, project coordination and engineering delivery.

With opportunities available at both Project Engineer and Senior Project Engineer level, this is an excellent opportunity to join a technical team where you can take ownership of projects, work closely with key stakeholders and contribute to the delivery of high‑quality electrical solutions.

Working closely with the engineering and project teams, your responsibilities will include:

• As a Project Engineer you will be coordinating electrical engineering projects from initial design through to delivery and commissioning.
• This Project Engineer will be preparing, reviewing and interpreting electrical drawings, schematics and technical documentation.
• Utilising AutoCAD to develop, review and modify electrical designs.
• The Project Engineer will be working on generator systems, switchboards, switchgear and associated electrical infrastructure.
• As a Project Engineer you'll be reviewing electrical calculations, including fault current, overload protection and cable sizing.
• The Project Engineer will be supporting the selection, integration and specification of electrical equipment.
• As the Project Engineer you'll consider acoustic requirements and other technical constraints as part of equipment and system design.
• This Project Engineer will be liaising with clients, suppliers, contractors and internal stakeholders to ensure projects meet technical and commercial requirements.

For a more senior appointment, you will also take on greater responsibility for technical leadership, project oversight and supporting the Head of Department with the coordination and development of the engineering team.

About You To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:

• A degree in Electrical Engineering or a strong electrical engineering background.
• Experience in electrical project engineering within a manufacturing, power generation, MEP or electrical infrastructure environment.
• Exposure to generators, ideally brands such as Caterpillar (CAT), Cummins or Perkins, or experience with switchboards and switchgear.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and the ability to interpret and produce electrical drawings.
• The ability to coordinate multiple technical requirements and work effectively across disciplines.
• Strong communication skills and the confidence to liaise with clients, suppliers and internal teams.
• A practical, solutions-focused approach to engineering challenges.
• A stable employment history, demonstrating commitment and a genuine interest in developing a long-term career.
• Experience in MEP environments with a strong electrical focus will also be highly regarded.
• Project Engineer: $120,000 – $140,000 + Super, with some flexibility for the right candidate.
• Senior Project Engineer / 2IC: $150,000 – $170,000 + Super, with scope for a highly experienced applicant.