Design Manager- Power Systems

Do you thrive in a fast-paced project environment and are comfortable managing multiple electrical projects from concept through to delivery?

About the role

Due to an exciting period of project growth, we are seeking an experienced Design Manager to join our client’s team in Newcastle.

Leading a small team of Electrical Engineers, you will bridge the gap between design and delivery across a diverse portfolio of complex power systems, high-voltage designs, and specialised infrastructure solutions for heavy industry, utilities, and mining clients.

This multifaceted role offers exceptional variety, combining end-to-end project management, commercial oversight, tendering, client engagement, and design coordination.

You will oversee major electrical projects from concept and tender through to completion, driving successful delivery while managing timelines, budgets, and quality expectations.

The environment is highly supportive and collaborative, providing an ideal setting to refine your commercial acumen while maintaining a strong technical focus.

The business

The business delivers high-voltage design, power systems and specialised infrastructure solutions across heavy industry, utilities and mining.

They’re known for their hands-on leadership and strong technical focus, partnering with tier-one energy and industrial clients on complex projects from initial concept through to final commissioning.

What you bring

Ideally, you will be a degree-qualified Electrical Engineer with proven project and commercial management experience in large-scale electrical environments.

You possess solid technical knowledge of electrical systems, outstanding client-facing skills, and a strong track record of steering complex projects through every stage of the lifecycle

What’s Next

This role is being recruited by NTP Talent. All applicants will receive a response.

The easiest way to register your interest is to apply using the link. If you’d like to have a chat before applying, please reach out to Melinda Sietsma on 0400 867 058 or [email protected].