Principal Electrical Engineer
ACOR Consultants is a national, employee‐owned engineering consulting firm offering a full range of specialist engineering services across multiple sectors. We have a proven track record of successfully delivering large‐scale multi‐discipline projects as well as smaller niche assignments.
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia | Salary: A$120,000.00 - A$140,000.00
About the role
Our Sydney office is looking for a Principal Electrical Engineer to provide leadership and project delivery expertise. You will be responsible for the design and delivery of key projects, both locally and on a national level, and for providing project leadership and strategic support. The successful candidate will have proven engineering leadership experience and hold a CPEng qualification. Experience working on key healthcare or defence projects is preferred and will be highly regarded.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Representing ACOR with existing and new clients to help develop the business
- Attracting new clients to ACOR
- Increasing ACOR capability
- Managing a team including leading and mentoring staff
- Continuous staff training and development of the team
- Providing general project oversight and advice to staff working on projects
- Maintaining quality control procedures
- Consistently achieving reasonable monthly budget targets
- Preparing fee proposals and tracking time, budget, invoicing and cash flow are appropriately managed
- Seeking and developing new business opportunities
- Assisting in the development of delivery strategies to develop and expand markets
Skills and Experience
- University engineering degree or equivalent, recognised by Engineers Australia
- Eligible for membership of Engineers Australia
- Site induction training card (white card)
- Previous experience within an engineering consultancy or equivalent
- Strong business development skills
- High level of project management and technical ability within the electrical discipline
- Highly developed engineering and assessment skills
- Competent in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint)
Benefits of ACOR
- Attractive remuneration package, commensurate with experience
- Ongoing professional learning & development
- Structured career pathways
- Paid Parental leave
- Work‐life balance in a flexible and inclusive environment
- Regular social events and fundraising activities
- Discounts on everyday products and services
- 100% employee‐owned company
EEO & Inclusion
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment as an equal‐opportunity employer and promote a workplace culture that is inclusive, safe, and respectful.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People and individuals from diverse backgrounds that value the expression of thought and experience.
Please note that ACOR does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies.
Principal Electrical Engineer employer: ACOR Consultants
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