Principal Electrical Engineer

D&B ·www.designandbuild.com.au

Location NSW - Sydney, NSW, Australia
Salary AUD 180,000 - 200,000 / year
Type Full time
Level Principal
Source Shazamme
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Position: Principal Electrical Engineer
Location: Sydney
Salary: $180–$200k +
Company: National Engineering Consultancy
Projects: Energy Infrastructure & Defence Infrastructure (33kV, 66kV, & 132kV, including Substations, Solar Plants & BESS).

We’re seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer in Sydney to join the national HV Design & Power Systems team and take on the role of technical lead for major national projects, some valued at up to $100 million.

Why join?
  • Stable and growing business, with a secured project pipeline for the next 3 years.
  • Opportunity to deliver on large-scale projects, with full infrastructure scope (up to $100 million each).
  • Work in a diverse and inclusive environment with teams and offices across Australia.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide HV systems modelling, grid connection studies, protection studies, earthing designs, and technical advice/designs for private HV networks, solar farms, and battery energy storage systems.
  • Produce technical documentation, specifications, and datasheets for electrical equipment (switchgear, transformers, protection & control systems).
  • Manage relationships with AEMO, DNSPs, and TNSPs.
What you’ll bring:
  • Relevant tertiary qualifications (e.g., BSc Engineering).
  • CPEng or eligibility to obtain.
  • 10+ years’ experience in HV design.
  • Proven capability with power system modelling tools such as ETAP, PowerFactory, or PSCAD.
  • Experience in earthing design and simulation software (e.g., CDEGS).
  • Strong knowledge of Australian standards.
Ready to explore more? Apply now or contact Jasmine on 0405 437 667 for a confidential conversation.
All applications will be treated with strict confidentiality.

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Who is hiring for the Principal Electrical Engineer role?
D&B is hiring for the Principal Electrical Engineer position, a Shazamme client. Apply directly on the employer's career site.
Where is the Principal Electrical Engineer job located?
The Principal Electrical Engineer role with D&B is based in NSW - Sydney, NSW, AU.
What does the Principal Electrical Engineer role pay?
D&B lists the Principal Electrical Engineer role at AUD 180,000–200,000 per year.
Is the Principal Electrical Engineer role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at D&B.
What experience level is the Principal Electrical Engineer role?
The Principal Electrical Engineer position is aimed at principal-level candidates.
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