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# Principal Electrical Engineer at KBR

**Location**
: Melbourne, Victoria

**Type**
: Full-time

**Level**
: lead/mgmt

**Posted**
: Jul 6, 2026

## Description

KBR is hiring a Principal Electrical Engineer for its water team to support major capital projects and facility upgrades at water treatment plants and wastewater treatment plants. The role focuses on low-voltage electrical systems, including schematics, equipment layout, lighting, motor control centers, communications systems, SCADA, instrumentation, and PLCs, while also mentoring juniors and working directly with clients. Candidates need an accredited Bachelor of Electrical Engineering or related qualification, design and technical-writing experience, knowledge of industry standards, and experience in industrial, manufacturing, mining, construction, or consulting environments.

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