Associate Electrical Engineer - (179514)
About Us
At HDR, we specialise in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists.
HDR supports an inclusive and diverse work environment and is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians and people of culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
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We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That colouring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realisations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.
The Role
HDR is looking for an experienced Associate Electrical Engineer to join our Building Engineering Services (BES) team in Sydney. This position will be based out of our Sydney Office and will design, manage and supervise projects, working as part of a global engineering consultancy. In this role you will have the opportunity to carry out detailed design whilst assuming the role of design leader where required, coordinating with other engineering disciplines.
In the role of Associate Electrical Engineer, we’ll count on you to:
1. Assist Group Leader with monitoring engineering/CAD resource requirement for each project within your control.
2. Carry out engineering concept design to detailed design, tender and contract on site supervision, to completion, ensuring projects are undertaken in accordance with design briefs and that completion deadlines are achieved.
3. Liaise with the design team to produce coordinated designs that are technically compliant, to a consistent quality and standard.
4. Provide positive contribution to design/project meetings.
5. Maintain regular ‘in house’ design reviews and checks.
6. Monitor and control project progress, design variations and project financial budgets.
7. Monitor contract staff or third-party appointments.
8. Maintain excellent client and design team relationships to achieve high levels of satisfaction and repeat business.
9. Pursue new business opportunities where appropriate with existing and new clients.
10. Assist Group Leader with identifying and implementing your personal training/CPD requirements.
11. Participate in Site Works as required.
12. Develop and maintain good relations with the various industry networks, clients, government agencies, sub-consultants and construction contractors relevant to the MEP team’s activities.
13. Assist and co-ordinate design activities, processes and other technical standards within the MEP and CSA services.
14. Undertake technical reviews of the project at appropriate stages to ensure that the project approach and deliverables are achieved.
15. Actively participate in broader Office/Corporate activities as assigned or appropriate.
16. Perform other duties as directed.
Preferred Qualifications
* Mission Critical Design / Data Centre Design Experience is an added advantage.
* Consulting experience is a must.
* Familiar with Electrical proprietary software such as ETAP, Vipcodia, Power Cad etc. is an added advantage.
Required Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an Electrical emphasis.
* A minimum of 10 years experience in electrical design of buildings (lighting/power/systems).
* Professional Engineer (PE) license.
* Extensive knowledge of building electrical power, lighting and signal design, including life safety systems and building management systems.
* Strong computer knowledge of Microsoft Office and AutoCAD, and electrical design software.
* An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.
What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
Primary Location: Australia-NSW-Sydney
Industry: Building Engineering
Schedule: Full-time
Employee Status: Regular
Business Class: Building Electrical
Job Posting: May 16, 2024
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