Principal Electrical Engineer — South Yarra, Stonnington Area

THE OPPORTUNITY As Principal Electrical Engineer , you will lead complex projects from concept to completion, mentor a team of talented engineers, and take on the responsibility for the overall design and delivery of electrical engineering solutions. You’ll be instrumental in delivering high-quality, safe, and efficient solutions that exceed client expectations within the F&B, industrial refrigeration, confectionery, dairy, meat processing, and oil and gas industries. Key Responsibilities Guide and support the Engineering Team through coaching and best practices Lead on-site support during installation, testing, and commissioning Help improve safety, quality, and team efficiency through clear procedures Track project progress and help resolve any delays with the Engineering Manager Assist with designing, specifying, and commissioning engineering solutions Review engineering calculations to ensure they meet standards and client needs Help estimate the time and effort needed for engineering tasks during quoting Create and maintain technical documents like design specs and test plans Support risk assessments to ensure projects are within our capabilities Identify training needs to grow the team’s skills ABOUT YOU Being an effective Principal Engineer goes beyond technical expertise—it's about leadership, vision, and the ability to drive results across teams and projects. Here are the key qualities and skills that you will bring with you into this role: Degree Qualified in Electrical Engineering – CPEng, RPEQ, VPEQ Proven experience as a Principal Electrical Engineer in industry sectors like F&B, industrial refrigeration, confectionery, dairy, meat processing, and oil and gas industries Excellent understanding of AS61439 series and switchboard design and verification and AS60079 series with proven experience of classifying Hazard Areas and selection on equipment for installations into a hazardous area Experience with PowerCAD or similar platforms for Power System Analysis Experience with ARC Flash analysis and application standards Knowledge/Understanding of industrial automation and controls (PLC, SCADA, DCS, Motor Control) REWARDS AND BENEFITS Excellent Salary Package inclusive of Base Super Privately Owned, Australian Owned Scope for career development and future opportunities OUR CLIENT is a well-established Australian company specialising in industrial electrical and automation solutions. With their Head Office in Victoria, the company has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality services across a range of industries including F&B, Industrial Refrigeration, Meat, Dairy, Confectionery and Oil and Gas. APPLY TODAY with an updated resume and cover letter or call Lynette Brown on 0450 022 439 quote ref 3920919PEE/LB with any questions. SCR-lynette-brown-1

Applications close Sunday, 22 June 2025
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