Overview Join to apply for the Principal Electrical Engineer role at Bendigo Advertiser . Verve Partners are partnering with a highly regarded regional consultancy delivering complex, high-quality engineering solutions. As a key member of the engineering team, you’ll ensure projects are delivered to the highest quality, exceeding client expectations. You’ll directly support Directors and Engineering Managers, take the lead on significant projects, and learn from industry leaders. You’ll also work on major infrastructure projects across Australasia with Tier 1 contractors and asset owners, within a collaborative, high-performing, inclusive team. What You’ll Do Develop and maintain client relationships Lead projects from scoping to delivery Manage quality, budget, and schedule targets Prepare/review/approve designs & technical docs Provide expert input in HV earthing system analysis & reporting (power systems desirable) Oversee HV earthing testing (soil resistivity, fall of potential, current injection) Use CDEGS (PTW/ETAP desirable) Coordinate project teams to meet deadlines & standards Mentor junior engineers (technical commercial) Manage budgets, forecasting & risks Contribute to business improvement & CPD (training budget 4 CPD days/yr) What You’ll Bring 7-10 years in engineering project delivery Proven HV earthing expertise—analysis & site testing High proficiency in CDEGS (preferred) HV power systems experience (PTW, ETAP) desirable Australian-recognised Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering CPEng (or eligible) Right to work in Australia Strong client relationship skills Proven budget & forecasting ability Leadership skills and passion for mentoring Benefits Tier 1 contractor & asset owner exposure Work on diverse, large-scale infrastructure across Australasia Inclusive, values-driven culture Professional development with training budget 4 days/year Professional fee payment Overtime/TIL for site works Supportive, high-performing team About Verve Partners We’re Newcastle locals who know the engineering market inside out. With over 170 years of combined experience, we work exclusively with trusted employers who value their people. By scouting smart, digging deep and embracing diversity, we grow vibrant careers, cultures and communities. Contact: Matthew Vass, Senior Recruitment Consultant | Verve Partners, 0447 313 525 | matt@vervepartners.com.au We acknowledge and pay our respects to the Traditional Owners of the land on which we work and live. We pay our respects to the First Peoples of this country, their culture and Elders past, present and emerging. We recognise that this land was and always will be Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander land. Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia | Salary: A$150,000.00–A$170,000.00 J-18808-Ljbffr