Beyond Electrical Engineering (BEE) is a leading provider of electrical engineering and automation solutions, delivering projects across Australia and internationally. We specialise in Renewables, High Voltage, Low Voltage, and Control Systems, with expertise spanning power system design, industrial automation, OT networking, and 3D drafting.

BEE is a trusted partner to clients across renewables, resources, transmission, transport, water, manufacturing, and heavy industry. With offices in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Newcastle, Devonport, and Perth, we deliver end-to-end support across the full project lifecycle providing reliable, construction-ready solutions that meet the highest standards of safety, efficiency, and performance.

Why Join Us?

At BEE, we know our people are the difference. That’s why we offer more than just a job. We provide a workplace where you can grow, be supported, and enjoy real rewards:

A supportive, team-focused culture where collaboration is valued
Regular team events to stay connected and celebrate success
Flexible work options, including work from home opportunities
An Annual Incentive Bonus Scheme recognising your contribution
Paid overtime available, with RDOs to support work-life balance
A company phone and laptop provided for your role

Be part of a company that values you, invests in your growth, and celebrates your success both on and off the job.

About the Role

Reporting to the Lead Engineer - Energy, this is a full-time hybrid role for a Principal Secondary Engineer to be based in our Melbourne Office.

You’ll provide technical leadership and mentorship to the capable and ambitious secondary team based in Melbourne. This role is ideal for an experienced secondary engineer who is seeking a varied role combining hands-on detailed design, technical sign-off and technical mentorship of the team. The Principal Secondary Engineer will play a critical role in the successful delivery of an extensive portfolio of projects including substations, renewables, BESS, solar, wind, resources and water.

Responsibilities

Design or review designs for protection schemes and control schemes.
Power system studies; load flow, fault studies and protection coordination.
Be a technical focal point for the secondary team; hands-on design for complex projects, technical sign-off and provide technical mentorship.
Project manage the design process.
Consult with clients on technical aspects of projects from feasibility to commissioning.
Contribute to continuous improvement in design processes, tools and safety-in-design.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering in an electrical discipline
NER Registered, RPEQ, RPEV
Comprehensive knowledge of AS3000 and AS2067

About You

+10 years experience in secondary design and project leadership.
Strong design, analytical and leadership skills.
Proficiency with PowerFactory DIgSILENT, PTW and ETAP. Experience with PSSE and PSCAD will be highly regarded.
Excellent attention to detail and time management.
Enjoy a combination of technical review, detailed design, mentorship and client engagement.
Strong teamwork and communication skills with the ability to engage with the team, clients and vendors.
An agile mindset, the aptitude to thrive and positively contribute to the success of a rapidly growing business.
Passion for mentoring engineers at all levels, sharing information and growing the team capability both technically and as professional engineers.
Must have full work rights in Australia.

If you thrive on tackling the complexities of electrical design management and want to shape the future of Australia’s resources and infrastructure projects, we’d love to hear from you. Join us in connecting tomorrow’s generation to today’s network.

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Beyond Electrical Engineering (BEE)

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