Senior Electrical Engineer

BSE General; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

One day work from home

Career development

Mentorship program

Wellbeing support

Modern Melbourne CBD office

Team events

Job summary

BSE is seeking a senior Electrical Engineer to lead electrical design and project delivery in Melbourne. You will guide projects from concept through construction within a close-knit, multidisciplinary team at our Australian-owned consultancy.

You will mentor junior engineers, liaise with clients, and ensure designs meet codes, standards and project requirements across varied sectors.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of electrical engineering experience.
• Experience delivering electrical projects from concept through to construction.
• RPEV registered or working towards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of electrical systems for building services projects.
• Deliver detailed design and documentation for power, lighting, communications and security to scope.
• Involve across tender, design delivery and construction support.
• Carry out design calculations and briefs within project timelines and budgets.
• Engage with clients throughout the project lifecycle, including meetings and site visits.
• Provide project leadership and coordinate multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Leadership

Electrical design

Project delivery

Mentoring

Client communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Engineering software

Job description

Lead electrical design on varied projects with a 100% Australian‑owned consultancy that has been delivering building services since 1994.

29th October, 2026

The role

Our Melbourne hub is growing. We are looking for a senior level Electrical Engineer to lead electrical design and project delivery from concept through to construction. You will work in a close-knit multidisciplinary team, backed by BSE’s national practice.

This is an exceptional opportunity to demonstrate your project leadership skills and advance your career in a supportive, innovative environment. You'll work on varied and challenging projects while leading electrical engineering design and project management.

What you will do

• Lead the design and development of electrical systems for building services projects.
• Deliver detailed design and documentation for all electrical elements, including power, lighting, communications and security, to scope expectations.
• Be involved across all project phases, from tender preparation and design delivery through to construction support.
• Carry out design calculations and return briefs, working to project timelines and budgets.
• Engage directly with clients throughout the project lifecycle, including client and design meetings and site inspections.
• Take on project leadership responsibilities and contribute to multidisciplinary team coordination.
• Prepare technical documentation, specifications and reports.
• Liaise with clients, contractors and regulatory authorities.
• Make sure designs meet codes, standards, project and quality requirements.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, project teams and internal teams.
• Provide hands‑on mentoring and coaching to junior engineers and designers.
• Maintain and grow your technical knowledge in electrical engineering.

What you will bring

• 5+ years’ experience in electrical engineering, ideally in Australian building services consulting.
• Solid experience delivering electrical projects from concept through to construction completion.
• A tertiary qualification in electrical engineering or a related field.
• RPEV registered or working towards.
• Strong technical knowledge of electrical systems, the National Construction Code and relevant Australian Standards.
• Rail experience would be very beneficial. Rail accreditation is desirable.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary projects, including managing client expectations.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills.
• The ability to work collaboratively and build strong relationships with clients, project teams and internal teams.
• A passion for mentoring and coaching junior engineers and designers.
• Proficiency in relevant engineering software and design tools.

Why BSE

• A competitive salary that reflects your experience.
• One day a week working from home.
• Career development and project leadership opportunities.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Diverse and challenging projects across multiple sectors, with the opportunity to work across disciplines, teams and locations.
• Professional development, formal training and mentorship.
• Support for ongoing professional associations and memberships.
• Wellbeing support, including EAP, that prioritises mental health and work-life balance.
• A modern office in the heart of the Melbourne CBD.
• Regular team social events.

About BSE

BSE is a 100% Australian‑owned national engineering consultancy with hubs in Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Canberra and Adelaide. We deliver mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, fire protection, sustainability, acoustics, vertical transportation, BIM, communications, lighting and audio‑visual services. Our Melbourne hub, in the heart of the Melbourne CBD, combines deep knowledge of the Victorian market with local technical specialists.

Learn more at www.bse.com.au.

BSE welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.