Principal Electrical Designer

Overview

As a Principal Electrical Designer, you will deliver high-quality electrical and instrumentation design documentation for diverse projects. You’ll collaborate with engineers, project managers and site teams to develop compliant, practical solutions and contribute to continuous improvement across ANZ offices. You will mentor designers and help shape design packages, tender and construction documentation. This role combines technical leadership with cross-functional teamwork to advance infrastructure outcomes. You will contribute to a culture that values collaboration and inclusion while delivering impactful, sustainable outcomes.

Pay / Benefits

• hybrid work options
• global well-being program
• compensation and benefits programs
• part of a global, publicly traded firm
• access to leading technology and projects

Responsibilities

• Prepare 2D and 3D drawings and technical sketches using CAD tools (AutoCAD, Revit, SolidWorks, MicroStation)
• Review drawings for accuracy, completeness and Australian Standards compliance
• Collaborate with engineers, PMs, designers, site personnel, clients and suppliers to resolve drafting issues
• Prepare design packages, tender docs, construction drawings and as-built documentation
• Deliver high-quality drawing packages within project schedules and budgets
• Mentor and support other designers and contribute to continuous improvement across offices
• Contribute to cross-disciplinary design projects and ensure design intent is captured
• Ensure practical, compliant design solutions across electrical and instrumentation disciplines

Key requirements

• Strong experience in electrical and/or instrumentation design and drafting
• Experience in engineering, resources, mining, industrial, infrastructure or similar environments
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or MicroStation
• Knowledge of Australian Standards, engineering drawing practices and project specifications
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality documentation
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

• Strong communication
• Stakeholder management
• Mentoring and coaching
• AutoCAD
• MicroStation
• Revit

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