Job Openings Data Centre Design Lead Engineer

About the job Data Centre Design Lead Engineer

ABOUT THE ROLE
An opportunity exists for a highly experienced electrical engineer to lead the technical delivery of complex data centre and critical environment projects across Sydney. This role suits a driven professional with a background in hyperscale or colocation data centre delivery, who brings expertise in electrical infrastructure and a working knowledge of mechanical systems.

You will play a central role in shaping design outcomes, ensuring technical compliance, and supporting project delivery through design, commissioning, and handover. Your ability to collaborate across internal teams, contractors, and consultants will be key to ensuring successful outcomes.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Technical Leadership & Design Oversight (Approx. 60%)

  • Lead and coordinate internal and external consultants to ensure electrical design aligns with project scope, standards, and client expectations.

  • Review and contribute to concept designs, technical proposals, and detailed documentation.

  • Optimise electrical designs to balance resilience, cost, and operational efficiency.

  • Provide technical leadership on systems including LV switchgear, UPS, standby generation, and cooling systems (chilled water, CRAC/CRAH).

  • Contribute to bid and tender submissions by reviewing scope, capacity planning, and design strategy.

  • Develop and review electrical load assessments, fault studies, and system redundancy plans.

  • Review shop drawings, coordination models, and installation documents.

  • Ensure system design aligns with relevant Australian standards and best practices in mission-critical environments.

  • Collaborate on the integration of BMS, EMS, and fire detection/suppression systems.

  • Support ongoing technical development of design standards and templates.

Project & Site Engagement (Approx. 30%)

  • Conduct site inspections, system testing (including IST), and support commissioning.

  • Liaise with internal stakeholders, design consultants, contractors, and clients to clarify scope and resolve issues.

  • Develop risk assessments, feasibility studies, and due diligence reports.

  • Attend and lead design coordination meetings and interface with multidisciplinary teams.

  • Support project reviews to ensure alignment with delivery timelines, safety standards, and quality benchmarks.

Commercial Support & Budget Review (Approx. 10%)

  • Support project cost analysis, budget tracking, and commercial decision-making.

  • Assist in reviewing supplier/contractor quotations and ensure compliance with project budgets.

  • Liaise with commercial and finance teams on procurement, invoice approvals, and contract variations.

ABOUT YOU

Required Qualifications & Clearance

  • Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering (recognised in Australia)

  • Eligible for Australian Government Security Clearance (must be an Australian Citizen)

  • Exposure to mechanical systems in mission-critical environments

  • Desirable: Experience with liquid cooling or high-density environments

Experience

  • Minimum 8 years experience in data centre design, engineering consulting, or technical project roles

  • Strong understanding of LV/HV systems, UPS, generators, power distribution, redundancy principles, and system resiliency

  • Experience working with data centre standards such as AS/NZS 3000, AS/NZS 3015, and TIA-942

  • Familiarity with electrical modelling tools and system protection design

  • Proven ability to assess design risk, provide engineering justification, and manage technical interfaces

  • Experience in the review and delivery of coordinated MEP packages

  • Strong working knowledge of relevant Australian codes and WHS regulations

Personal Attributes

  • Confident technical communicator with the ability to influence project outcomes

  • A problem-solver who embraces challenges with resilience and optimism

  • Organised and accountable, with strong attention to detail

  • Collaborative team player with a mission-critical mindset

  • High level of integrity, professionalism, and commitment to quality outcomes

WHY JOIN US

  • Be part of high-profile, mission-critical projects across Australia

  • Work with a team that values innovation, technical excellence, and continuous improvement

  • Flexible working environment with access to major project sites in Greater Sydney

  • Career growth within a nationally recognised leader in critical infrastructure


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