Senior Electrical Engineer: Data Centre & Mission-Critical

HDR, Inc.; Sydney; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership model

Major project exposure

Career development

Collaborative culture

Global TMT expertise

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join the National Building Engineering Services team in Australia, delivering complex building services, mission critical and data centre projects across the region.

You will lead design delivery, independently produce engineering packages, review technical calculations and documentation, and mentor junior engineers while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Technically capable engineer delivering high-quality building services design.
• Able to work independently and own defined project scopes.
• Proactive problem solver tackling complex engineering challenges.
• Detail-oriented with strong quality and coordination.
• Collaborative across multidisciplinary teams and clients.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to team culture.
• Commercially aware and focused on successful project delivery.
• Curious and growth-oriented with ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of electrical building services from concept to construction.
• Deliver engineering design packages with minimal supervision.
• Prepare and review calculations, reports, specs and design docs.
• Develop electrical systems including power distribution, lighting, earthing, standby power.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated solutions.
• Support construction phase services with site inspections and responses to technical queries.

Skills

Independent working

Mentoring

Detail-oriented

Collaboration

Problem solving

Growth mindset

Commercial awareness

Leadership

Education

Chartered Engineer (CPEng) status or working towards

Tools

ETAP

SKM

PowerCad

Revit

Job description

At HDR, we specialise in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. Our global team of more than 15,000 employees is united by our values and strengthened by our employee-owned culture. We collaborate across disciplines, leverage global expertise, and empower our people to create solutions that make a lasting impact.

The Role

Due to a growing pipeline of work, we're looking for Senior Electrical Engineers to join our National Building Engineering Services team, supporting the delivery of complex building services, mission critical and data centre projects across Australia and the broader region.

These are exciting opportunity for a technically strong engineers who enjoy leading design delivery, solving complex engineering challenges and contributing to high-performing multidisciplinary project teams.

Working alongside Associates, Principal Engineers and technical leaders, you'll take ownership of defined project scopes and deliver high-quality electrical engineering solutions across all stages of the project lifecycle. You'll work on some of the industry's most technically demanding projects while helping to mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical excellence across the team.

What You’ll Be Doing

As part of our Electrical Engineering team you will:

• Lead the design and delivery of electrical building services systems from concept through to construction.
• Independently deliver engineering design packages with minimal supervision.
• Prepare and review coordinated engineering calculations, reports, specifications and design documentation.
• Develop electrical systems including power distribution, lighting, earthing, standby power and other electrical infrastructure systems.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams to deliver integrated engineering solutions.
• Resolve technical design challenges and proactively manage design interfaces across project teams.
• Support construction phase services including site inspections, responses to technical queries and review of contractor submissions.
• Continue developing your technical capability, project delivery skills and industry knowledge.

What Makes This Role Different?

This is an opportunity to work on projects that sit at the forefront of Australia's digital infrastructure market.

You'll contribute to complex mission critical facilities where resilience, reliability, scalability and energy performance are essential to success. Supported by experienced local leaders and HDR's global network of technical specialists, you'll gain exposure to innovative engineering solutions while accelerating your professional development.

What You’ll Bring

We’re looking for someone who is:

• A technically capable engineer with a passion for delivering high-quality building services design solutions.
• Confident working independently and taking ownership of defined project scopes.
• A proactive problem solver who enjoys tackling complex engineering challenges.
• Detail-oriented, with a strong focus on quality, accuracy and coordination.
• Collaborative and comfortable engaging with multidisciplinary teams, clients and stakeholders.
• Interested in mentoring junior team members and contributing to a positive team culture.
• Commercially aware and committed to successful project delivery outcomes.
• Curious, growth-oriented and dedicated to continuous professional development.

Ideally, You’ll Have

• Chartered Engineer (CPEng) status or working towards.
• Approximately 6-10 years' experience in electrical building services consulting.
• Demonstrated experience delivering complete design packages with minimal supervision.
• Consulting experience within sectors such as commercial, industrial, health, defence, education, sports and aquatic, mixed-use developments or data centres.
• Experience preparing technical reports, specifications and design documentation.
• Experience undertaking load assessments, fault studies and coordination studies.
• Strong knowledge of Australian electrical standards, codes and regulatory requirements.
• Experience in project coordination and discipline-level leadership.
• Experience with ETAP, SKM, PowerCad, Revit and other relevant design platforms.
• Data centre or mission critical project experience will be highly regarded.

Why Join HDR?

• Employee ownership model – share in the success you help create
• Major project exposure – work on complex data centre and digital infrastructure projects shaping the future of connected communities.
• Career development – mentoring and support from experienced technical and project leaders
• Collaborative culture – work within a multidisciplinary team that values quality and innovation
• Global TMT expertise – collaborate with HDR's internationally recognised mission critical and data centre teams.

About Our TMT & Mission Critical Work

HDR partners with leading technology and digital infrastructure clients to design resilient, scalable and sustainable mission critical facilities. From hyperscale data centres and cloud infrastructure to advanced technology campuses, our projects support the systems that keep businesses, communities and economies connected.

• Scalable, modular design for growth and future expansion
• High availability, resilience and operational continuity
• Sustainable solutions that support energy efficiency and carbon reduction
• Integrated engineering that balances technical performance with user experience #LI-CG3

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Our Commitment

HDR is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified and/or experienced candidates, regardless of gender identity or expression, race or ethnicity, sexual orientation, age, or religious and political beliefs. This includes encouragement for veterans.

HDR acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we, our clients and communities live and work. As part of our commitment to reconciliation and diversity, we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply. Join us in making a meaningful impact and contributing to an inclusive community.

Primary Location

Primary Location

: Australia-NSW-Sydney

Schedule

Schedule

: Full-time

Employee Status

Employee Status

: Regular

Job Posting

Job Posting

: Sep 18, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employe r.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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