Senior Electrical Engineer

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Job summary

CSA Recruitment is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead the Electrical Services division in Brisbane. You will work with an existing team of professionals, delivering technical leadership and mentorship while managing projects from inception to completion.

The role requires a Chartered (CPEng) or working towards, a degree in Electrical/Building Services Engineering, and a focus on energy efficiency and building technology. Brisbane-based with strong client relationships expected.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in a Building Services environment as an Electrical Engineer
• Design & analysis of electrical, power, lighting, communications, security and data services
• In‑depth knowledge of Australian building codes and standards
• Excellent communication skills, especially client‑facing
• Team player and personable
• Advanced technical skills

Responsibilities

• Carrying out Electrical Engineering assignments from project start to finish
• Ensure tasks are completed to an exceptional standard
• Commitment to carrying out work in accordance with specific Australian codes & standards, and procedures
• Manage assigned tasks to meet project needs and proactively work with other team members to ensure that project goals are met
• Ensure all interfaces are identified and managed in the execution of all projects
• Ensure costs and timeframes are effectively controlled
• Attend site inspections and client meetings
• Provide detailed designs of Electrical Services

Skills

Electrical Systems Design

Building Services

Power & Lighting

Australian Codes

Client Communication

Team Leadership

Technical Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Senior Electrical Engineer - Building Services | Brisbane

Ready to step up and take the lead on projects that shape the way Brisbane lives, works, and grows? We're on the lookout for a Senior Electrical Engineer who thrives on complex design challenges, values collaboration, and wants to deliver work that makes an impact.

Why this role?

• High‑profile projects across commercial, residential, health, education & mixed‑use developments
• Autonomy to lead your own jobs while mentoring and developing junior engineers
• Supportive, people‑first culture with flexibility built in
• Competitive salary package + real opportunities for career progression

What you'll be doing:

• Leading electrical services design from concept to completion
• Coordinating with architects, builders, and clients to deliver smart, sustainable solutions
• Providing technical leadership and mentoring to junior team members
• Driving innovation in energy efficiency, lighting design, and building technology

What we're looking for:

• 7+ years' experience in Electrical Building Services design (consultancy background ideal)
• Strong technical knowledge across power, lighting, communications, and sustainable systems
• Degree qualified in Electrical/Building Services Engineering (or similar)
• Chartered (CPEng) or working towards will be highly regarded
• A collaborative mindset and the confidence to take ownership of projects

The Company
They are a privately owned multi‑disciplined engineering consultancy that's been operating in the Brisbane market for 25+ years and pride themselves on solid relationships with loyal clients.
I've worked closely with this company for the best of a decade, and it's been refreshing to watch them grow from strength to strength. What's impressive is their specialised, in-house bespoke system that has been fine‑tuned over the years to enable projects to be completed on time and within budget.
Once you've mastered this unique system, it will allow you to concentrate on what's most essential and creative outcomes for the clients. And let's not forget the work/life balance that this system will allow you to create.
They pride themselves on their passion for developing sustainable building services solutions from concept to completion and possess a vast portfolio of building projects, including education, healthcare, government, residential and commercial projects.
As well as working within a collaborative team that all share accountability for the company's overall success, they are a team of people who know how to have fun with in‑house on‑target bonuses and incentives.

The Role

This well‑respected firm is enjoying consistent growth, which has created the need to expand its Electrical Services offering and seek an experienced Electrical Engineer to join their Brisbane‑based operations and run the Electrical division as Team Leader.
This is ideally aimed at an ambitious and driven Electrical Engineer that wants to make a difference.
The role will see you working alongside an existing team of seasoned professionals, enabling you to take your skillset and experience to the next level.
If you enjoy independently managing challenging projects from inception to completion and possess the ability to foster/maintain strong relationships with Clients, then this role is definitely for you.

The Responsibilities

• Carrying out Electrical Engineering assignments from project start to finish
• Ensure tasks are completed to an exceptional standard
• Commitment to carrying out work in accordance with specific Australian codes & standards, and procedures
• Manage assigned tasks to meet project needs and proactively work with other team members to ensure that project goals are met
• Ensure all interfaces are identified and managed in the execution of all projects
• Ensure costs and timeframes are effectively controlled
• Attend site inspections and client meetings
• Provide detailed designs of Electrical Services

The Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering
• 7+ years of experience in a Building Services environment as an Electrical Engineer
• Design & analysis of electrical, power, lighting, communications, security and data services
• In‑depth knowledge of Australian building codes and standards
• Excellent communication skills, especially client‑facing
• Team player and personable
• Advanced technical skills

The Rewards

Team Leadership role within the Electrical Services division.
Salary packages will be sculpted around the individual and commensurate with skills and experience.
Bonuses and a company benefits package are also on offer.
This company is known for exceeding market rates on salaries.
You will also benefit from being exposed to world‑class/landmark projects and working alongside a team of professionals that will help your career soar.

Why CSA Recruitment

Craig Andresen has been a professional Recruitment Consultant since 2006 and has been deeply embedded in the Australian Building, Civil & Structural Engineering industries since 2012, so he's exceptionally well‑positioned to assist you with your next career move.
We are only accepting applications from candidates currently residing in Australia who possess the relevant skills & experience required.

Other Roles

Senior / Lead Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer – Sedgman Prudentia (Brisbane)

• Lead and contribute to electrical and instrumentation engineering activities across studies and multidisciplinary projects.
• Take ownership of E&I technical deliverables, including specifications, calculations, drawings, scopes of work and work packs.
• Contribute to and lead early‑stage engineering studies, FEED and detailed design.
• Work directly with clients to understand requirements and develop practical engineering solutions.
• Support site investigations, construction, commissioning and contractor activities.
• Review engineering work to ensure appropriate technical standards and project requirements are met.
• Collaborate with other engineering disciplines throughout the project lifecycle.
• Provide technical guidance and support to other engineers and designers as required.

Aurecon Senior Electrical Engineer – Buildings (Queensland)

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• Lead the development of electrical engineering advice and designs across medium to large scale projects
• Act as a discipline lead, taking ownership of key engineering outcomes from concept through to delivery
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to develop integrated and practical design solutions
• Support project coordination, delivery and reporting, ensuring quality outcomes for clients
• Build and maintain client relationships through consistent delivery and communication
• Grow into more senior client‑facing roles and seize opportunities to lead projects
• Contribute to a team culture that is collaborative, supportive and high‑energy

Additional Information (AUD Separate)

We are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in‑person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

Remarks

At Delta, AECOM, Acciona and multiple other employers we are proud to offer rigorous technical and client‑facing opportunities across a wide range of projects. Applications to these roles are welcome from candidates in Australia.