Job Description
About Us
At HDR, we specialise in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. Our global team of over 14,000 employees is led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership. We network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.
The Role
Due to a growing pipeline of work, we are looking for an Electrical Engineer to join our Building Engineering group in Melbourne, supporting the design and delivery of building services projects within a multidisciplinary consultancy environment.
This is a delivery-focused role suited to an engineer who enjoys being hands-on with design, developing technical capability and contributing to contributing to complete, high-quality engineering solutions across the project lifecycle. You will operate as a technical contributor within project teams, supporting Senior Engineers, Associates and project leadership to deliver defined scopes of work.
In the role of Electrical Engineer, you’ll be responsible for:
- Contributing to building services design from concept through to construction.
- Producing coordinated drawings, calculations, reports and specifications.
- Working closely with Senior Engineers and Associates to deliver quality outcomes.
- Collaborating with other disciplines to resolve interfaces and design challenges.
- Supporting construction‑phase activities including site inspections and technical queries.
- Developing your understanding of project delivery within a consulting environment.
Qualifications & Experience
- A bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering.
- Typically, 2–6 years’ experience in building services design (consulting preferred).
- Background in building services design of data centers, commercial, industrial, health, defence, education, sports and aquatic or mixed-use projects.
- Data Centre / Mission Critical project experience (highly desirable / preferred).
- Experience in preparing specifications, reports & technical documentation.
- Experience performing load assessments, fault studies and coordination studies.
- Strong understanding of relevant Australian codes, standards, and regulatory requirements including IEC, IEEE and TIA-942.
- Experience with design tools Software proficiency usingsuch as Visio, ETAP, SKM, Vipcodia, PowerCad (or similar) and Revit (BIM coordination).
About You
- Sound technical foundations with a developing level of discipline-specific knowledge and experience.
- Enjoy hands-on design work and takes pride in producing accurate, well-coordinated outputs.
- Comfortable working under direction while progressively taking ownership of defined tasks.
- Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy, compliance and coordination.
- Curious and growth-oriented, with a willingness to ask questions, challenge assumptions and continuously learn.
- Collaborative team member who contributes positively to project and office culture.
- Committed to continuous professional development and technical excellence.
- Alignment with HDR’s values, including quality delivery, continuous improvement, and HDR’s employee-owned culture.
Why HDR
- Exposure to a diverse portfolio of local and international projects.
- Structured support and mentoring from experienced engineers and technical practitioners.
- Clear pathways for technical and career progression.
- An inclusive, employee‑owned culture focused on quality and continuous improvement.
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What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
Our Commitment
HDR is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified and/or experienced candidates, regardless of gender identity or expression, race or ethnicity, sexual orientation, age, or religious and political beliefs. This includes encouragement for veterans.
HDR acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we, our clients and communities live and work. As part of our commitment to reconciliation and diversity, we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply. Join us in making a meaningful impact and contributing to an inclusive community.
At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.
We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.