- Lead EI&C design across complex water and wastewater treatment projects
- Shape safe, coordinated and constructable solutions from concept through handover
- Build technical capability while influencing clients, project teams and delivery outcomes
The Opportunity
Fyfe is looking for an experienced Design Manager to lead the detailed design of high-voltage, low-voltage, instrumentation and control systems for essential water and wastewater infrastructure across Australia.
Working across D&C, ECI and alliance delivery models, you'll provide clear technical direction, maintain design quality and bring sound commercial judgement to every stage of delivery.
This role goes well beyond technical oversight. You'll guide engineers, designers and drafters, improve EI&C standards and ways of working, and become a trusted partner to water utilities, tier 1 contractors, network service providers and vendors.
The Impact You'll Have
- Lead EI&C design for treatment plants, recycling plants, pumping stations and network assets.
- Develop robust HV, LV, instrumentation, PLC/SCADA, telemetry and communications solutions.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary and construction interfaces, including brownfield staging and cutovers.
- Drive design assurance, safety, constructability, operability and technical reviews.
- Lead a multi-office team, allocate work and forecast resourcing needs.
- Manage programmes, budgets, scope, risks and key stakeholder relationships.
What You'll Bring
You'll combine strong EI&C design expertise with the leadership, judgement and commercial awareness required to deliver complex treatment infrastructure.
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
- 8+ years' electrical design experience, including design and team leadership.
- Water or wastewater project experience with Australian utilities.
- Detailed design experience across D&C, ECI or alliance projects.
- Strong HV, LV, instrumentation, PLC/SCADA, telemetry and communications knowledge.
- Experience coordinating design, programmes, budgets, scope and variations.
- Confident communicator across clients, contractors, vendors and senior stakeholders.
CPEng and NER registration are preferred. Professional Engineer registration in Victoria, or the ability to obtain it, is highly regarded
Why Fyfe?
Fyfe is an Australian multidisciplinary consultancy specialising in engineering, environment, planning and surveying. We partner with clients across Energy & Resources, Renewables, Infrastructure and Property, delivering practical solutions that support the energy transition and critical infrastructure projects shaping Australia's future.
In this role, you'll have the opportunity to:
- Take ownership of EI&C design across nationally significant water infrastructure
- Influence technical standards, templates, quality processes and design outcomes
- Stay closely connected to complex engineering while leading multidisciplinary delivery
- Develop engineers through hands-on technical mentoring and clear project leadership
- Build relationships with Australian water utilities and tier 1 delivery partners
Only candidates who are Australian Citizens, Permanent Residents or hold full Australian working rights will be considered.
Agency applications will not be accepted.
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Electrical Design Manager in Melbourne employer: Fyfe Pty
Fyfe Pty is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that values innovation and collaboration in the heart of the Pilbara region. With a strong commitment to employee growth, we provide ongoing training and development opportunities, ensuring our team members thrive in their careers while enjoying the unique lifestyle that FIFO work offers. Join us for meaningful projects and the chance to make a real impact in a supportive environment.
