Principal Engineer – Electrical
- Australia
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Foster a culture of technical excellence, client satisfaction, delivery focus among the engineering team.
- Provide expert technical leadership and support across complex projects and strategic opportunities.
- Lead the development and presentation of engineering solutions to prospective and existing clients.
- Drive revenue growth through scope expansion, value-added services, and innovative solutions.
- Promote and contribute to innovation, encouraging new ideas for business development and product enhancement.
- Deliver high-quality technical advice and subject matter expertise to internal and external stakeholders.
- Support the Discipline Manager in maintaining team knowledge currency and training initiatives
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineering staff, including the development of future Principal Engineers.
- Achieve strong utilisation outcomes and contribute to the overall performance of the engineering function.
- Build trust and confidence with consulting clients through consistent delivery and professional engagement.
- Degree qualifications - Electrical Engineering or Electronic Engineering or Aerospace Engineering or Mechatronic Engineering.
- Registered on the National Engineering Register with Chartered Engineer status in Australia, and able to attain registration in applicable states.
- Strong background in developing & approve Engineering Change Management.
- Detailed knowledge of the application of ISO15288 and EN50126/EN50121/EN50155 to the rail environment in Australia.
- Complete design and analysis of rail vehicle components and systems, such as Electrical Auxiliaries, Traction System, Main Power, Electrical Integration, Maintainability Reviews, Human Factors Reviews, Failure Mode Effect and Critically Analysis (FMECA), Safety Hazard Analysis.
- Conduct design process reviews (i.e Maintainability, Human Factors, FMECA, Safety Hazard Analysis and Reliability analysis Reviews)
- Knowledge of specialist engineering processes: RAM and Cyber Security
- Extensive proven experience in technical leadership within complex engineering environments.
- Demonstrated ability to deliver services and sell technical expertise into external organisations and comfortable working within or learning teams embedded in client environments.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a clear and professional style.
- Confident in client-facing roles, with a focus on building strong, trusted relationships.
- Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required by project commitments.
- Be part of a market leader in rail and transit asset management.
- Work on cutting-edge transport projects and innovative technologies.
- Enjoy a flexible, inclusive, and supportive work environment.
- Opportunities for professional development and internal mobility.
- Perks@Downer: Save on everyday essentials, tech, travel, and more
- Flexible Work Options: Including remote work, and location flexibility
- Lifestyle Offers: Discounts on vehicle rentals, tech products, and shopping