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Senior Electrical Engineer
Mott MacDonald. Deliver electrical engineering solutions across medium and high voltage power systems, substations, transmission and distribution networks, renewable energy and transport infrastructure projects .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in electrical engineering solutions for medium and high voltage power systems, substations, and renewable energy projects, with a strong focus on design, technical documentation, and project delivery. Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, manage engineering packages, and foster client relationships through effective communication and innovative engineering practices.
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Bachelor's Degree In Electrical EngineeringChartered Professional Engineer (CPEng)Experience In Transmission NetworksKnowledge Of Electrical Power System DesignStrong Technical Report Writing
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Hard Skills
Electrical Engineering SolutionsDesign And Technical DocumentationProject DeliveryProtection SystemsSwitchgearTransformersPower Distribution SystemsCommissioning SupportTechnical Risk AssessmentsMultidisciplinary Design Coordination
Soft Skills
Client-Facing CommunicationStakeholder EngagementMentoring Junior EngineersCollaboration Within TeamsPassion For Technical Excellence
Certifications & Qualifications
Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng)RPEQ Registration
Industry Keywords
Medium And High Voltage Power SystemsRenewable Energy ProjectsBattery Energy Storage SystemsNational Electricity MarketAustralian StandardsUtility RequirementsDesign And Construct Infrastructure ProjectsElectrical SafetyPower QualityNetwork Integration
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Deliver electrical engineering solutions across medium and high voltage power systems, substations, transmission and distribution networks, renewable energy and transport infrastructure projects
- Lead or undertake concept, feasibility, detailed design and commissioning support activities
- Develop designs and technical documentation for substations, switchgear, transformers, power distribution systems, traction power systems, protection and control systems, earthing and lightning protection systems
- Provide technical leadership and engineering input across multidisciplinary renewable generation, battery, grid connection, transmission, distribution and transport electrification projects
- Support pursuit, development and delivery of transmission, distribution and balance of plant projects
- Coordinate multidisciplinary design interfaces across civil, structural, mechanical, rail, communications and digital engineering teams
- Contribute to testing, commissioning, factory acceptance testing and energisation activities
- Manage engineering packages, design reviews, technical risk assessments and stakeholder coordination
- Foster client relationships through high-quality engineering outcomes, clear communication and trusted technical advice
- Support pursuits, proposals and work-winning activities
- Mentor and develop junior engineers
- Apply innovative and digital engineering approaches to improve project outcomes, safety, sustainability and value
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
- Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) and RPEQ registration, or eligibility to obtain it, highly regarded
- Strong post-graduate experience in electrical engineering
- Ideally consulting experience
- Experience in one or more of: transmission networks, distribution networks, substations, renewable energy projects, battery energy storage systems, grid connections, rail and traction power systems, industrial power systems, water and wastewater infrastructure
- Knowledge of electrical power system design, including protection systems, switchgear, transformers, earthing and bonding, power quality, electrical safety and network integration
- Experience delivering projects through concept design, detailed design, construction support and commissioning phases
- Familiarity with Australian standards, utility requirements, National Electricity Market considerations and relevant electrical engineering design practices
- Confidence working in client-facing roles and providing robust advice, communicating project status, identifying risks and supporting design decisions
- Experience supporting design and construct infrastructure projects, including live projects with critical interfaces and multiple work packages
- Strong technical report writing, design management and stakeholder engagement skills are favourable
- Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams
- Passion for technical excellence, innovation and developing practical engineering solutions
Benefits
Comp & perks- Agile working environment, supporting our people to work flexibly
- Discretionary Group and Personal Performance Bonuses for eligible employees
- Employee resource groups including the Inclusive Network for Women, Corporate Social Responsibility and more
- Annual Health Checks
- Ongoing professional development
- Employee ownership model with personal and group performance bonuses
- Employees have a stake and voice in the business
- Opportunities to connect directly with senior leadership through formal channels
- Supportive work environment valuing work-life balance, diversity, inclusion, and equity
- Opportunity for part-time and job-shared roles where possible