Senior Electrical Engineer

Harrison Mcmillan Pty Ltd; Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

Diverse, technically engaging projects

Supportive team culture

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Harrison McMillan is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to own project delivery from planning to completion, collaborating with clients, architects, and project teams to deliver practical engineering solutions.

You will mentor junior engineers, contribute to technical growth, and strengthen client relationships while working across a diverse portfolio of building services projects in Canberra and NSW.

Qualifications

• Building services electrical design experience in an Australian consulting environment.
• Strong knowledge of electrical infrastructure, lighting, communications, security, and essential services.
• Experience managing client relationships and coordinating with project stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead project delivery from planning through to completion.
• Work with clients, architects, and contractors to deliver engineering solutions.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical growth.

Skills

Electrical design

Client relationship management

Mentoring engineers

Education

Bachelor of Electrical Engineering

Engineers Australia membership / NER listing

ACT Professional Engineer Registration

Job description

Harrison McMillan has partnered with a growing engineering consultancy delivering high-quality building services solutions across commercial, residential, government, education, health, and mixed-use developments throughout the ACT and NSW.

As this company's project portfolio continues to expand, we're seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to play a key role in leading project delivery, strengthening client relationships, and driving technical excellence across the business.

The Opportunity

This role offers the chance to take ownership of projects from early planning through to completion, working closely with clients, architects, contractors, and project teams to deliver practical and innovative engineering solutions.

You’ll work across a diverse range of developments while contributing to the technical growth of the team and helping shape the future direction of the business.

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience delivering building services electrical designs within an Australian consulting environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of electrical infrastructure, lighting, communications, security, and essential services systems.
• Sound understanding of Australian Standards, NCC requirements, and authority approval processes.
• Experience managing client relationships and coordinating with project stakeholders.
• A proactive approach to mentoring and supporting developing engineers.
• Exposure to emerging technologies including EV charging, renewable energy systems, sustainability initiatives, and smart building solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Electrical Engineering (or equivalent).
• Engineers Australia membership and NER listing.
• ACT Professional Engineer Registration.

What is on offer?

• Competitive remuneration package.
• Varied and technically engaging projects.
• Supportive, close-knit team culture.
• Direct access to senior decision-makers.Genuine opportunities for professional development and career progression.

Please note: This is an office-based position located in Canberra. Applicants must have unrestricted working rights in Australia.

Senior Electrical Engineer • Queanbeyan, NSW, AU