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Based in Cairns, Mackay or Townsville, you'll provide technical expertise, design, documentation, and project management for a diverse range of infrastructure, buildings, water, transport, defence, mining, and other projects. You'll thrive in a motivated, multi-disciplinary team that values collaboration and innovation.\nBeyond your professional growth, you'll enjoy the unique lifestyle North Queensland offers--breathtaking landscapes, year-round warm weather, and endless opportunities for outdoor adventure. With a lower cost of living and a welcoming community, you'll have the freedom to advance your career while enjoying a balanced, fulfilling life.\nWorking with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you:\nLead innovative electrical design for diverse building projects that make a real difference in North Queensland's communities.\nCollaborate with passionate colleagues and clients to deliver sustainable, future-ready solutions.\nProvide technical leadership and client liaison, acting as a trusted advisor and preparing proposals, reports, and cost estimates.\nDrive project success from concept to completion, ensuring quality, safety, and client satisfaction.\nMentor and inspire junior engineers, helping shape the next generation of technical leaders.\nWhat you will bring to the team:\nAt least 6 years' + experience as an Electrical Engineer in the Building Services environment, and ideally with a consultancy background.\nBe a Registered Professional Engineer in Queensland (RPEQ) or have a mutually recognised registration e.g. (CPEng, RPEV).\nDeep knowledge of electrical standards, codes, regulations, and renewable energy solutions, with proficiency in industry software (AutoCAD, Revit, PowerCAD, AGi32/DIALux, Microsoft Office).\nExpertise in technical report writing, fee proposals, cost reporting, and stakeholder liaison, including local authorities and utilities.\nStrong communication and technical leadership skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and collaborate in multidisciplinary teams.\nOutstanding client service skills, with a genuine enthusiasm for building relationships and driving business growth by delivering exceptional support and solutions to our clients.\nThis permanent role, available on a full-time or part-time basis, provides the successful candidate with excellent career development opportunities in a supportive and inclusive environment.\nInterested? 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