Project Engineer role in Melbourne

Project Engineer – High Voltage & Data Centre Infrastructure

Overview

We are seeking a talented and driven Project Engineer to join a specialist consultancy delivering high voltage (HV) and data centre infrastructure projects for some of Australia's leading digital infrastructure and utility clients. This is an exciting opportunity to work on high-profile, live data centre builds with renowned clients, contributing to cutting-edge projects in a rapidly growing industry.

With newly secured projects, we are looking for a professional who is ready to take on a challenging role with significant career growth potential. This position offers a clear pathway to progress into senior project engineering or project management roles over time.

Responsibilities

As a Project Engineer, you will:

• Provide day-to-day electrical engineering support across live HV and data centre construction projects.
• Collaborate with the construction and delivery teams on switchboard and power systems scope, from design review through to installation and testing.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, and the client’s technical team to ensure works are completed on schedule and meet specifications.
• Support HV testing and commissioning activities, including documentation and quality sign-off.
• Review technical drawings, specifications, and method statements, identifying risks or clashes early.
• Contribute to progress reporting, technical queries, and change management on-site.
• Champion safety and quality standards across all engineering activities.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will bring

• Solid experience working with high voltage electrical systems.
• A strong electrical engineering background, with hands-on exposure to switchboards and power systems.
• Construction project experience, particularly in mining, industrial, or heavy infrastructure environments (highly valued).
• A collaborative approach and the confidence to work directly with construction, project, and commissioning teams.
• Exposure to data centre projects (preferred but not essential). A strong technical foundation and the drive to grow are what matter most.

This role is also ideal for a Senior Project Engineer ready to take the next step in their career or someone with a similar profile to engineers who have successfully transitioned into this business.

Day-to-Day

Your typical day will involve:

• Reviewing and interpreting technical designs and specifications.
• Coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless project execution.
• Monitoring project progress and addressing any technical or logistical challenges.
• Supporting testing and commissioning activities to ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.
• Engaging with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers to maintain alignment on project goals.
• Preparing reports and documentation to track project milestones and outcomes.

Benefits

• Work on some of the most active and high-profile data centre projects in the current market.
• Join a fast-moving consultancy that values decisiveness and efficiency.
• Enjoy a clear career progression pathway within HV and data centre construction.
• Be part of a supportive business that invests in its people.

If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role in a dynamic industry, we encourage you to apply today. This is your chance to make a significant impact while advancing your career in high voltage and data centre infrastructure projects.