Senior Electrical Engineer - Lead Hv/Mv Substation Design

Ampcontrol; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary based on experience

Clear pathway to Associate level and/b

Flexible working arrangements

Exposure to landmark projects

Supportive and collaborative team

Job summary

Ampcontrol is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer to join a well-established Building Services consultancy in Sydney. This role offers a leadership path across a diverse portfolio of high-profile projects and exposure to landmark developments.

You will manage designs from concept through to delivery, coordinate with mechanical, hydraulic, fire, and other teams, and mentor junior engineers while ensuring regulatory compliance and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in Building Services (consultancy preferred).
• Strong knowledge across power, lighting, communications and ELV systems.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Chartered status (CPEng) or working towards it is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Leading electrical design from concept through to completion.
• Managing projects, timelines, and client relationships.
• Mentoring junior engineers and supporting team development.
• Coordinating with multidisciplinary teams (mechanical, hydraulic, fire, etc.).
• Ensuring compliance with Australian standards and regulations.
• Attending client meetings and contributing to business development.

Skills

Power systems

Lighting design

Electrical design

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Senior Electrical Engineer - Building Services

Job Summary

We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer to join a well-established and growing Building Services consultancy in Sydney. This is an excellent opportunity to step into a leadership role, working across a diverse portfolio of high‑profile projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading electrical design from concept through to completion
• Managing projects, timelines, and client relationships
• Mentoring junior engineers and supporting team development
• Coordinating with multidisciplinary teams (mechanical, hydraulic, fire, etc.)
• Ensuring compliance with Australian standards and regulations
• Attending client meetings and contributing to business development

Requirements

• Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering
• 7+ years' experience within Building Services (consultancy environment preferred)
• Strong technical knowledge across power, lighting, communications, and ELV systems
• Proven experience delivering projects within the Australian market
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work autonomously and lead project outcomes
• Chartered status (CPEng) or working towards it is highly regarded

Benefits

• Competitive salary package based on experience
• Clear pathway to Associate level and beyond
• Flexible working arrangements
• Exposure to landmark and technically challenging projects
• Supportive and collaborative team culture

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities, additional health, or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions.