Principal Electrical Engineer (Building Services - Data Centres)

Principal Electrical Engineer (Building Services - Data Centres) - ( 260000DS ) Description About the Role Stantec have a very healthy and busy future pipeline of Data Centre projects across Australia! We are looking for a Principal/Associate level Electrical Engineer to join our Melbourne Buildings team. This is a full-time role that will mainly focus on data centre projects. Stantec are involved in projects from initial master planning, concept and brief, through to installation and commissioning. You will play a pivotal role in driving project success in the Data centre space. The role will enable the successful candidate to develop in a professional and personal sense in a successful global consultancy. What you’ll be doing:

• Planning, designing and project managing large scale Data Centre projects for a range of clients
• Demonstrate Data Centre technical Engineering knowledge
• Lead client-facing project delivery, ensuring high-quality outcomes and strong stakeholder satisfaction.
• Manage internal design teams and oversee engineering assessments across complex, multi-client projects.
• Represent Stantec in industry forums, client presentations, and strategic meetings to enhance our market presence.
• Mentor and support junior engineers, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

What We’re Looking For:

• Degree-qualified in Electrical Engineering.
• Experience working in a design consultancy environment
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects at varying stages of delivery.
• Strong technical knowledge of Electrical Engineering on Data Centre projects
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a passion for building client relationships and growing business pipelines.
• Software Experience in Revit or AutoCAD useful
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• A collaborative, can-do attitude and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

About Stantec The Stantec community unites approximately 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring buildings, energy, resources, water, environmental, transport and infrastructure projects to life. Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction, and commissioning begins at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships. What we offer We offer many benefits to ensure your professional development & wellbeing is ongoing.

• Genuine Flexible Working Arrangements - Including work from home opportunities, provision for school term contracts, job sharing and part time employment.
• Option to purchase up to 4 weeks additional leave.
• Learning and Talent Development Programs - Including Global programmes, online learning and on-the-job learning
• Professional Memberships, Salary Continuance Insurance (SCI), Service Recognition Awards
• Mental Health, Employee Assistance Program and Wellbeing Programs

How to apply If this position is of interest, please apply via the link below. Please note that no agency applications will be accepted at this time. Qualifications . Primary Location : Australia-Victoria-Melbourne Organization : BC-3011 Buildings-AU Victoria Employee Status : Regular Job Level : Individual Contributor Travel : No Schedule : Full-time Job Posting : Jun 1, 2026, 9:27:19 PM Req ID: 260000DS

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans