Senior Electrical Engineer

Wood is currently seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer in order to grow its Perth Mining & Mineral group to meet the large demand in critical metals projects.

Wood is at the forefront of engineering solutions for a net zero future. A key component of decarbonising the world is the Mining and Minerals Industry which supplies the critical minerals required for this revolution. Wood is currently delivering critical metals projects (Battery and Magnet metals) all over the world, including Copper, Lithium, Vanadium, Rare Earths, and Base Metals projects.

We can offer you a career in the ever-expanding battery and magnet metals industry driving the decarbonisation of the globe. Working in our newly fitted offices in the Perth CBD, we have an onsite gym with five-star end of trip facilities.   

As the Senior Electrical Engineer, you will undertake duties including, but not limited to: 

• Electrical system design responsibility
• Ownership of Electrical Schedule and planning
• Responsible for production and/or review of deliverables including models, drawings, calculations, specifications, reports, evaluations
• Assurance of tender & supply for all electrical equipment
• Review and where required approval of work by others
• Management and mentorship of a small team
• Working closely with the design team to achieve successful model review outcomes
• Assisting and mentoring lesser experienced engineers 
• Liaise with other disciplines, clients and vendor representatives

What will set you apart from other applicants will be your 10 plus years of experience in a reputable and international engineering company. While a background in mining is preferable, strong knowledge and previous experience working on major projects in other resources industries will have transferable skills. You will also have:

• Bachelor’s Degree in electrical engineering from a recognised tertiary institute
• System Modelling knowledge in ETAP
• Knowledge in the following areas:
  • HV/LV Switchgear MCC
  • HV Distribution
  • Transformer
  • Packaged equipment
  • Lighting design
  • Harmonics
  • Familiar with IEC/IEEE Standards
  • Familiar with NEC installation Standards
• Chartered Engineer Status or working towards chartership
• Effective communication skills
• A positive and proactive attitude

Please note, only applicants holding valid working rights in Australia will be considered. We are looking for Perth based candidates. If you plan on relocating, please include a Cover Letter.

So much of our success depends on feeling part of a team with people around us that we can rely on. What unites us is our values. They set the tone, help create our culture, give us one common set of principles and help us all have a great experience at work.

If you’re an experienced Electrical Engineer, ready for your next project, then we are keen to hear from you today.

Wood is a global leader in engineering and consultancy across energy and the built environment, helping to unlock solutions to some of the world’s most critical challenges. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in more than 60 countries, employing around 40,000 people. www.woodplc.com

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.