Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Job title : Senior Electrical Design Engineer
Location : Melbourne
Job type : Permanent or Full Time
Job reference : 1688845
Why should you apply?

This role offers exposure to complex, utility-scale energy projects while allowing you to remain technically hands-on. You’ll work alongside senior primary design engineers, applying power systems expertise to ensure electrical designs are compliant, constructible and perform as intended.

It is well suited to engineers who enjoy problem-solving, delivery support and seeing their work implemented on site.

About the Role

You’ll be responsible for designing and delivering HV and power systems across renewable and grid-connected projects. You’ll work closely with project, procurement and construction teams to ensure electrical systems are safely and effectively implemented.

Location: Inner east Melbourne


Key responsibilities:
  • Design LV, MV and HV electrical systems, including SLDs, schematics and cable schedules.
  • Perform electrical studies such as load flow, short-circuit and protection coordination.
  • Support procurement, construction and commissioning activities.
  • Interface with utilities and approval authorities on electrical matters.
  • Collaborate with primary, secondary and multidisciplinary engineering teams.
  • Provide technical guidance to junior engineers.
The ideal candidate for this position will have experience in the following:
  • 7+ years’ experience in electrical design engineering within power, renewables or substations.
  • Strong exposure to HV systems and grid-connected infrastructure.
  • Experience producing single line diagrams and electrical design documentation.
  • Familiarity with tools such as ETAP, PowerFactory, PSCAD or similar.
  • Understanding of Australian standards and utility requirements.
  • Practical, delivery-oriented mindset with strong communication skills.
  • Chartered or working towards chartership (desirable).

To apply online, please click on the apply function. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Nicole Tianihad on ntianihad@sharpandcarter.com.au