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At Sunwater, you'll find a workplace driven by passion, dedication and a shared commitment to excellence. Our success is built on the hard work of our employees, united in their mission to provide the best outcomes for our customers. Here, work, water and life go hand in hand.

We care deeply about our employees and strive to create a culture that values and supports each individual. Our inclusive culture allows everyone to bring their unique perspectives and experiences to the table, leading to better solutions and outcomes. Sunwater offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact while enjoying a fulfilling career.

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Job Overview

  • Work type:

    Full Time

  • Location:

    Brisbane

  • Job type:

    Engineering

  • Applications close:

    E. Australia Standard Time

Senior Electrical Engineer

Work. Are you an experienced electrical engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges and making a real impact on essential infrastructure? Join Sunwater as a Senior Electrical Engineer, where you’ll play a key role in delivering safe, high‑quality engineering outcomes across dam safety upgrades, bulk water and irrigation infrastructure projects throughout Queensland.

As part of the Engineering Services team, you’ll provide trusted technical expertise across investigations, options analysis, design, inspections and reporting. You’ll work with a high degree of autonomy, collaborate closely with project leaders and stakeholders, and support the development of engineering standards that underpin Sunwater’s assets now and into the future.

As a Senior Electrical Engineer at Sunwater, you will:

  • Lead the delivery of safe engineering design, planning and inspection services for dam safety upgrade projects, bulk water and irrigation asset refurbishment and new infrastructure works.
  • Apply Sunwater’s design and project management processes, including reviewing and formally approving engineering designs, drawings and reports.
  • Provide expert technical advice to senior and executive leaders on engineering design, risk and compliance matters.
  • Act as Sunwater’s Owner’s Engineer, safeguarding asset performance, integrity and lifecycle value while overseeing externally delivered engineering outcomes.
  • Prepare briefs, manage consultant contracts and monitor contractor performance to ensure quality outcomes and value for money.
  • Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of Sunwater’s engineering standards, technical specifications and design documentation.
  • Undertake field work to verify quality, ensure compliance with requirements and provide practical technical assurance and recommendations.
  • Deliver projects from early scope and options analysis through to completion, maintaining strong relationships with project teams and stakeholders.

About you:
We’re looking for a seasoned professional with a strong technical foundation and proven confidence to lead complex engineering scope in low voltage (LV) and medium voltage (MV) projects. You will have:

  • A bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering
  • Mininmum 7 years’ experience in an engineering role within a comparable infrastructure or asset‑intensive environment.
  • RPEQ registration under the Professional Engineers Act 2002 (QLD).
  • Strong knowledge of industry codes, standards and engineering best practice.
  • The ability to work independently, guide others and balance technical excellence with practical delivery.

This permanent, full‑time role offers a starting salary of $161,051, 12.75% superannuation, access to banked time and TOIL, 17.5% leave loading and a genuine commitment to work/life balance.

 

Water. Imagine a career where your work truly matters. At Sunwater, you’ll help deliver life’s most essential resource to more than 5,000 agricultural, urban and industrial customers across Queensland. Our teams support thriving communities, regional economies and long‑term water security — and we do it by investing in our people.

You’ll be part of work that’s meaningful, varied and constantly evolving, offering opportunities to grow your expertise while contributing to infrastructure that Queensland relies on every day.

 

Life. At Sunwater, we believe our people are our greatest asset. That’s why we offer benefits and support designed to help you perform at your best — professionally and personally.

  • My benefits: Access employee benefits and discounts through Reward Gateway.
  • My wellbeing: Comprehensive health and wellbeing programs that support you both at work and beyond.
  • My time: Flexible working arrangements and the option to purchase up to four additional weeks of leave, giving you greater control over your time.
  • My growth: Career development programs, study assistance, support for professional memberships and opportunities to continue building your expertise and leadership capability.

Now is the perfect time to join Sunwater and take advantage of the opportunities ahead. We value the diversity of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives our people bring and are committed to a barrier‑free, inclusive recruitment process. If you require adjustments or support, please let us know.

Sunwater acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the Traditional Custodians of the land and water we rely on. We respect their enduring connection to Country and commit to listening, learning and truth‑telling.

 

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