Principal Electrical Engineer in Sydney

Principal Electrical Engineer in Sydney

Sydney Full-Time 180000 - 200000 $ / year (est.) On-site
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead major national projects in energy and defence infrastructure.
  • Company: National Engineering Consultancy with a stable and growing business.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, diverse work environment, and secured project pipeline.
  • Other info: Join a collaborative team with opportunities for professional growth across Australia.
  • Why this job: Make a significant impact on large-scale projects valued up to $100 million.
  • Qualifications: 10+ years in HV design and relevant engineering qualifications.

The predicted salary is between 180000 - 200000 $ per year.

Position

Principal Electrical Engineer

Location

Sydney

Salary

Company

National Engineering Consultancy

Projects

Energy Infrastructure & Defence Infrastructure (33k V, 66k V, & 132k V, including Substations, Solar Plants & BESS).

We’re seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer in Sydney to join the national HV Design & Power Systems team and take on the role of technical lead for major national projects, some valued at up to $100 million.

Why join?

  • Stable and growing business, with a secured project pipeline for the next 3 years.
  • Opportunity to deliver on large-scale projects, with full infrastructure scope (up to $100 million each).
  • Work in a diverse and inclusive environment with teams and offices across Australia.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide HV systems modelling, grid connection studies, protection studies, earthing designs, and technical advice/designs for private HV networks, solar farms, and battery energy storage systems.
  • Produce technical documentation, specifications, and datasheets for electrical equipment (switchgear, transformers, protection & control systems).
  • Manage relationships with AEMO, DNSPs, and TNSPs.

What you’ll bring

  • Relevant tertiary qualifications (e. g., BSc Engineering).
  • CPEng or eligibility to obtain.
  • 10+ years’ experience in HV design.
  • Proven capability with power system modelling tools such as ETAP, Power Factory, or PSCAD.
  • Experience in earthing design and simulation software (e. g., CDEGS).
  • Strong knowledge of Australian standards.
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Principal Electrical Engineer in Sydney employer: D&B

Join a dynamic and growing company that prioritises quality and client relationships in the medium-density housing sector across Victoria. As a Project Manager, you'll benefit from a collaborative work culture, with dedicated support from a Contracts Administrator, ensuring you can focus on delivering exceptional projects. With ample opportunities for professional growth and a strong pipeline of exciting developments in Melbourne, this is an ideal environment for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.

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Contact Details:

D&B Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Principal Electrical Engineer in Sydney

HV Systems Modelling
Grid Connection Studies
Protection Studies
Earthing Designs
Technical Documentation Production
Switchgear Knowledge
Transformers Knowledge