Senior Electrical Engineer - Building

Mott MacDonald; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible and agile work atmosphere

Discretionary group and personal work-

Life and salary continuance insurance

Extra annual leave

Employee resource groups including IRG

Job summary

Mott MacDonald in Melbourne is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our Buildings team. You will lead electrical design across large building and infrastructure projects, guiding junior engineers and coordinating with clients and multidisciplinary teams.

Applicants should hold an Electrical Engineering degree, be Chartered or on pathway, and have strong experience with NCC/AS/NZS 3000 standards, Revit/BIM, and PowerCad. We offer a diverse, inclusive environment and flexible work options.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Chartered Engineer status (CPEng) or demonstrable pathway towards chartership preferred.
• Significant experience in electrical building services design within a consulting environment.
• Experience delivering complex projects across sectors such as aviation, health, education, commercial, life sciences or major infrastructure-related buildings.
• Strong understanding of NCC, AS/NZS 3000 and relevant Australian Standards, with experience in LV distribution, protection, earthing, generators, UPS systems and lighting.
• Experience with Revit/BIM-enabled design delivery and electrical engineering analysis tools such as PowerCad, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Act as the Engineer responsible for electrical building services systems, including LV power distribution, lighting, earthing and bonding, generators, UPS systems, protection systems and associated electrical infrastructure.
• Lead electrical design packages from concept through detailed design and construction support.
• Provide technical advice on electrical engineering, design and assurance matters, considering safety, compliance, constructability, operation and maintenance.
• Identify continuous improvements in electrical design approaches, technical standards, specifications and delivery processes.
• Manage project deliverables to agreed programme, budget and quality requirements, including technical checking of calculations, equipment selections, drawings and schedules.
• Act as the primary electrical engineering interface with clients, contractors and multidisciplinary project stakeholders, while providing technical guidance and support to junior engineers.

Skills

Electrical design

Project leadership

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Standards compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Chartered Engineer status (CPEng) or pathway

Tools

Revit/BIM-enabled design

PowerCad

Job description

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Brilliant people trusted to do brilliant things

Mott MacDonald is a vibrant and forward-thinking engineering, management, and development consultancy. Working together as a global team we plan, design, deliver and maintain the transport, energy, water, buildings, and wider infrastructure that is integral to people’s daily lives. We value excellence in every dimension of our business and continuously seek opportunities to improve what we do and how we do it.

We employ brilliant people who combine their diverse skills and experiences to achieve brilliant things. Whether you want to specialise or broaden your experience, you'll be supported by global specialists eager to share their expertise. With numerous opportunities to learn and grow, the possibilities are as diverse as our people. Working as a connected global team, we deliver impactful projects that shape the future.

Due to exciting upcoming projects, we have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Electrical Engineer to be part of our Buildings team in Melbourne. You will be joining a diverse team of people who are passionate about what they do, with a proven track record of guiding our projects and clients, and leading the delivery across large reputed buildings and infrastructure projects.

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You Will

• Act as the Engineer responsible for electrical building services systems, including LV power distribution, lighting, earthing and bonding, generators, UPS systems, protection systems and associated electrical infrastructure.
• Lead electrical design packages from concept through detailed design and construction support.
• Provide technical advice on electrical engineering, design and assurance matters, considering safety, compliance, constructability, operation and maintenance.
• Identify continuous improvements in electrical design approaches, technical standards, specifications and delivery processes.
• Manage project deliverables to agreed programme, budget and quality requirements, including technical checking of calculations, equipment selections, drawings and schedules.
• Act as the primary electrical engineering interface with clients, contractors and multidisciplinary project stakeholders, while providing technical guidance and support to junior engineers.

About You

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent.
• Chartered Engineer status (CPEng) or demonstrable pathway towards chartership preferred.
• Significant experience in electrical building services design within a consulting environment.
• Experience delivering complex projects across sectors such as aviation, health, education, commercial, life sciences or major infrastructure-related buildings.
• Strong understanding of NCC, AS/NZS 3000 and relevant Australian Standards, with experience in LV distribution, protection, earthing, generators, UPS systems and lighting.
• Experience with Revit/BIM-enabled design delivery and electrical engineering analysis tools such as PowerCad, or equivalent.

Mott MacDonald celebrates diversity and inclusion, offering a supportive work environment that values work-life balance, diversity, inclusion, and equity. We welcome diverse applicants, including First Nations People, people with disabilities, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and people of all genders, neurodiversity, cultural backgrounds, age groups, and those with intersectional identities.
Our benefits package is designed to enhance your experience:

• A flexible and agile work atmosphere that caters to your professional journey and life's special moments
• A competitive salary complemented by Discretionary Group and Personal Performance Bonuses for eligible employees
• Comprehensive coverage including life and salary continuance insurance, providing peace of mind during uncertain times
• Opportunities to enhance your work-life balance through the option to purchase extra annual leave
• Employee resource groups including the Inclusive Network for Women, Corporate Social Responsibility and more

Employee Ownership

• Our employee ownership model means no external investors, just us, creating a culture of shared success.
• Our employees have a stake and a voice in our business, giving them a direct connection to our success through our personal and group performance bonuses.
• As your career grows, so does your stake, recognising your long-term impact and contribution.
• Your voice matters, with the opportunity to connect directly with senior leadership through formal channels to help shape our future.

You’ve got this!

We endorse a diverse and inclusive workplace, and look to provide suitable opportunities for employees including the opportunity for part time and job shared roles where possible.