Shape Qld water future. A Principal Electrical Engineer role is open for an RPEQ leader to drive Owners Engineer services across a multi-year government infrastructure program. Strategic influence, technical depth, and project assurance at the highest level. Location : Brisbane Salary : 200 - 250k Super Industry : Engineering Services The Company Our client is a Queensland-based industrial automation and engineering specialist delivering advanced solutions in water, utilities, and process industries. With a reputation for integrating cutting-edge technologiesfrom robotics to machine learninginto large-scale infrastructure, they partner with government and private sector clients to deliver high-value outcomes. Their projects span across capital upgrades and long-term asset reliability, and they are known for fostering a collaborative, forward-thinking engineering culture. The Role This Principal-level position takes on the lead Owners Engineer mandate for a government-owned utilitys multi-year capital program. Acting as the authoritative RPEQ interface, you will provide assurance, design review, and strategic advisory across electrical systems for water treatment and bulk infrastructure assets. You will lead risk workshops, shape technical standards, solve complex network issues, and guide a team of engineers to deliver outcomes that optimise whole-of-life performance. Responsibilities Lead and endorse electrical engineering deliverables across concept, detailed design, and verification stages Provide RPEQ sign-off and technical assurance across major water infrastructure projects Oversee risk workshops, constructability, and operability reviews Drive optimisation strategies for power distribution, LV/MV systems, and instrumentation Prepare high-level reports, technical standards, and strategic advisory documents Mentor engineers and ensure alignment with long-term asset and reliability goals Support audits, condition assessments, and performance reviews Requirements RPEQ (Electrical) mandatory 10 years professional experience, with 4 years in a Principal or Lead role Strong background in Owners Engineer services for public infrastructure clients Expertise in LV/MV electrical systems, protection, and distribution networks Demonstrated ability to develop and review complex designs and policies Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills If you're ready to take the next step in your career, apply now or contact ilan@rec-partners.com.au for more details. Don't forget to follow Rec-Partners LinkedIn page to stay updated on our latest opportunities!
