Electrical Design Engineer – Data Centres | Australia

I’m partnering exclusively with a specialist engineering consultancy that designs and commissions mission-critical facilities for some of the biggest names in the data centre market. With a strong pipeline of hyperscale and colocation projects secured, they’re looking to add an Electrical Design Engineer to their growing team.

What sets this business apart is that its engineers see projects through from concept to energisation. You won’t hand over a set of drawings and move on. You’ll see your designs built, tested and brought online, and you’ll gain a level of practical, whole-of-lifecycle experience that’s hard to find elsewhere.

The role

• Designing HV/MV/LV distribution, UPS, standby generation and switchgear systems for large-scale data halls
• Taking design packages from concept through detailed design to IFC, coordinating closely with mechanical and architectural teams
• Carrying out power system studies, including load flow, fault level, protection coordination and arc flash
• Working alongside the in-house commissioning team to make sure designs are buildable, testable and maintainable
• Getting involved in site visits, witness testing and integrated systems testing as projects reach completion
• Building strong relationships with clients, contractors and network providers

What they’re looking for

• A degree in Electrical Engineering, with CPEng or RPEQ (or working towards it) highly regarded
• Experience designing electrical systems for data centres or other mission-critical environments such as hospitals, airports or utilities
• A solid grasp of redundancy topologies (N+1, 2N, distributed redundant) and Tier/Uptime principles
• Working knowledge of AS/NZS 3000 and related Australian Standards
• Experience with tools such as ETAP, PowerCAD, DIgSILENT or AMTECH, plus Revit/BIM coordination
• Commissioning or site exposure is a real plus, but a genuine interest in it is just as valued

What’s on offer

• A competitive salary package plus performance bonus
• Design and commissioning experience under one roof, a combination that will set your career apart
• A secured pipeline of work with tier-one data centre clients
• Exposure to high-density and AI-ready designs, including liquid cooling loads
• A collaborative, technically strong team where your input shapes the outcome
• Clear progression into senior and lead roles, with support for chartership
• Hybrid working and flexibility