Senior Electrical Engineer - Power Systems and Building Services

BAI Communications; North Sydney Council; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DEI initiatives

LinkedIn Learning access

Flexible work options

Parental leave

Volunteer leave

Novated leasing via SG Fleet

Referral program

Corporate discounts

Job summary

BAI Communications is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead resilient power infrastructure across our national network. You will be the technical authority for design, operation, and high‑level fault support, bridging theory and field performance to ensure reliability and safety of mains and standby power systems.

You will guide complex fault investigations, support commissioning, review design submissions, and mentor teams and contractors while applying AS/NZS 3000 standards and modern

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering (suitable for Engineers Australia graduate-level entry).
• Australian driver's licence and ability to obtain Criminal History Check.
• Chartered status desirable or working towards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate technical, commercial, and compliance aspects of electrical design requirements.
• Prepare and peer‑review complex engineering design packages to meet Design Authority standards.
• Act as SME escalation point for operational incidents and complex faults.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting across generators, UPS, ATS, switchboards, protection systems, and controls.
• Support commissioning activities with remote or onsite SME input.
• Oversee contractors to ensure safety and engineering standards.
• Apply current codes and best practices to engineering documentation.
• Produce high-quality deliverables including specifications, designs, reports, and feasibility studies.

Skills

Power systems

Troubleshooting

Design Authority

On-site commissioning

AutoCAD

PowerCAD

AS/NZS 3000 compliance

Root-cause analysis

Cross-team collaboration

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

PowerCAD

Job description

Lead complex electrical systems, provide SME fault support, and drive resilient power infrastructure across BAI's mission-critical national network.

WHY BAI COMMUNICATIONS

It's an exciting time to be part of BAI Communications. Building on our achievements in broadcasting, telecommunications and critical communications, we continue to expand our operations, helping connect people and support communities.

We operate one of the world’s most extensive broadcast networks, delivering fully managed television and radio services to 99% of the Australian population. During crises such as natural disasters, national broadcasters depend on BAI to maintain vital communications, while emergency services trust us to keep them connected and informed.

As 5G technology transforms connectivity, BAI is leveraging global experience to enable comprehensive coverage in challenging environments—buildings, tunnels, stadiums, and high-density areas. This expertise positions us at the forefront of intelligent, connected infrastructure development across Australia.

Our acquisition of Titan ICT has strengthened our mission-critical capabilities, adding deep expertise in mining, resources, and energy industries. This expansion enables us to deploy robust solutions across Australia’s most demanding operational environments.

Discover more through BAI360, our virtual tour platform.

LET’S EXPLORE THE ROLE

As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you will be the technical authority ensuring resilient design, safe operation, and high-performance delivery of BAI’s power infrastructure. You will bridge theoretical design and real-world field performance, providing expert-level support aligned with Design Authority standards.

You will lead advanced troubleshooting, guide operational teams through complex faults, and play a pivotal role in maintaining the reliability and safety of BAI’s mains and standby power systems - across both modern and legacy infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate technical, commercial, and compliance aspects of electrical design requirements.
• Prepare and peer-review complex engineering design packages to ensure alignment with Design Authority standards.
• Act as SME escalation point for operational incidents and unplanned events.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting across generators, UPS, ATS units, switchboards, protection systems, and control interfaces.
• Support commissioning activities - offering remote or onsite SME support as required.
• Oversee and guide contractors to ensure consistent engineering and safety standards.
• Apply current codes, standards, and best practices to BAI engineering documentation.
• Prepare high-quality engineering deliverables—including specifications, designs, reports, and feasibility assessments.
• Provide SME input for bid development and technical solutioning.
• Build collaborative relationships across BAI teams, partners, suppliers, and regulators.

LET’S HEAR ABOUT YOU

You're a highly skilled electrical engineer with deep technical capability in power systems, exceptional troubleshooting capability, and the ability to operate as the organisation's "go-to" expert for major incidents and complex design matters.

Technical Skills Required

• Advanced understanding of electrical regulations, statutory requirements, and AS/NZS 3000.
• Expert-level experience across commercial electrical systems including:
  • standby generation, UPS, ATS, metering
  • switchboards, earthing, surge protection
  • control systems and system interactions
• SME-level capability in root‑cause analysis, troubleshooting, and operational diagnostics across critical electrical infrastructure.
• Ability to review complex electrical design submissions and coach others.
• Advanced experience in onsite commissioning.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and PowerCAD.
• Strong engineering fundamentals; rapidly absorbs and disseminates complex technical information.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Degree in Electrical Engineering (suitable for Engineers Australia graduate-level entry).
• Australian driver's licence.
• Criminal History Check required.
• Chartered or working towards Chartered status desirable.

BENEFITS & CULTURE

At BAI, we value diversity and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally diverse communities, people with disability, and LGBTQIA+ individuals.

Guided by our principles—One BAI Team, Customer First, Adapt and Learn, and Drive Sustainable Growth—we create an environment where you can thrive.

Why join us?

• Inclusive culture supported by a DEI strategy, Champion Network, Diversity Council membership, and regular events.
• Strong focus on development with a performance framework and LinkedIn Learning access.
• Flexible work options, gender-neutral parental leave, study and volunteer leave.
• Recognition programs for high performance and peer appreciation.
• Corporate discounts and novated leasing via SG Fleet.
• A referral program that reflects our positive culture.

BAI is committed to inclusive recruitment. If you need adjustments or alternative application options, please contact recruitment(at)baicommunications.com.