Design Lead Engineer

Posted 15 July 2025
LocationSydney
Job type Permanent
Sectors CGC CoverEngineering
Reference3944122

Job description

This is a rare opportunity to join a leading data centre asset owner and operator at the forefront of AI, cloud, and mission-critical infrastructure development.

Our client is trusted by global hyperscalers, major multinationals, and a significant portion of the Australian Federal Government. 

With significant capital projects underway—including a hyperscale data centre currently under construction—this team is expanding and looking for an experienced electrical design engineer to work with the General Manager.

The Opportunity
  • Take a lead technical role in the design and delivery of new and expansion data centre builds.
  • Reporting to the GM to help create and build a new team
  • Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, clients, and consultants to deliver concept design, feasibility, and construction-stage support.
  • Ensure customer requirements are embedded into engineering solutions, particularly those from hyperscaler and enterprise clients.
  • Influence future site acquisitions, design optimisation, and electrical strategy aligned with leading-edge technology.
  • Contribute to proposals, tenders, and load balancing models, while advising on redundancy and resiliency.
  • Conduct site inspections and support integrated systems testing (IST).
What You'll Bring
  • 8+ years' experience in electrical engineering (data centre or mission-critical, highly regarded).
  • Expertise in LV & HV systems, UPS, diesel generators, switchgear, PDUs, STS/ATS systems and power distribution.
  • Knowledge of redundancy models (block/distributed), protection schemes, fault modelling, earthing, and system resiliency.
  • Strong understanding of relevant codes, technical standards, and compliance in critical environments.
  • Experience managing consultants and challenging designs to achieve the best outcomes for cost, performance, and client objectives.
Why Join?
  • Be part of Australia’s most trusted data centre operator during a period of rapid, strategic growth.
  • Lead major infrastructure builds shaping the future of AI and cloud capability.
  • Enjoy hybrid working, flexible conditions, and clear growth pathways.
  • Make your mark in a business that empowers its team and invests in long-term success.
  • $160,000 - $220,000 + Super & Bonuses 
Please click apply or send through an updated CV to [email protected]