Senior Electrical Engineer (Building Services) (Adelaide)

Senior Electrical Engineer This role is suited to an experienced building services engineer who is looking to further develop their technical leadership capability while contributing to complex and high‑profile projects across aviation, defence, healthcare, data centre, education, commercial and transport sectors. This position is based in Adelaide. How you’ll make a difference
- Lead the preparation and coordination of technical electrical design documentation across a variety of building services projects, ensuring high‑quality and cost‑effective delivery.
- Contribute to the planning, design and delivery of major multidisciplinary projects while mentoring and supporting junior engineers.
- Provide specialised technical advice across projects, applying knowledge of Australian Standards, NCC requirements and industry best practice to review calculations, specifications and drawings.
- Lead electrical components of projects across sectors including healthcare, aviation, defence, education, commercial, data centres and transport precincts.
- Liaise with internal stakeholders across multidisciplinary engineering teams, contributing to client‑facing activities and supporting strong project outcomes.
- Undertake site inspections, design reviews and construction‑phase services while continuing to develop leadership and project delivery capabilities. Qualifications
- Bachelor of Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) with ideally 5+ years’ experience delivering building services projects within a consulting or contractor environment.
- Experience in electrical building services design including lighting, general and specialist power, earthing/lightning protection, power distribution and reticulation systems.
- Sound understanding of Australian Standards, NCC requirements and authority approval processes, with experience reviewing technical calculations, specifications and design documentation.
- Experience delivering projects across building sectors, with exposure to aviation, healthcare, defence, data centres or transport infrastructure highly regarded.
- Proficiency using industry‑standard software including ETAP, PowerCAD, Revit, AGi32 and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Relevant registration or qualifications such as RPEQ, RPEV or CPEng (or working towards) highly regarded.
- Australian citizenship required with current or ability to obtain defence clearance. Why you’ll love working with us
- Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, part‑time, job‑sharing and hybrid work options.
- Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year.
- Versatile public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better.
- Continuous learning and growth – lunch and learns, professional development courses, financial study assistance, 5 days paid study leave, global career opportunities. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rseqf