Senior Electrical Engineer

Senior Electrical Engineer

Contract Type:

Casual

Salary:

 -  

Location:

Perth - Western Australia 

Industry:

Engineering

Date Published:

05-Feb-2026

We are looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer to join a leading resources business delivering cutting-edge brownfields and greenfields projects across mining, infrastructure and renewable energy. We’re seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to provide high‑quality design, technical leadership and project support across a diverse portfolio.

Key Responsibilities
  • Deliver electrical engineering design for mining, infrastructure and renewable energy projects.
  • Act as self-perform Design Engineer or Owner’s Engineer depending on project needs.
  • Develop scopes of work, technical requirements and design criteria.
  • Prepare and review reports, specifications, drawings, calculations and datasheets.
  • Oversee electrical power system studies (load flow, short circuit, protection, arc flash, earthing, harmonics).
  • Collaborate with OEMs, EPC partners and consultants to develop safe, compliant solutions.
  • Support estimating activities and provide construction/commissioning assistance.
  • Represent the electrical discipline in multi-disciplinary teams and mentor junior engineers.
  • Drive continuous improvement of engineering tools, standards and processes.
  • Champion health, safety and environmental excellence.
About You
  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
  • 5+ years’ experience in mining, resources or energy sectors.
  • Skilled across LV & HV systems (400V–33kV), substations, switchgear and power distribution.
  • Strong knowledge of Australian Standards and regulatory frameworks.
  • Experience conducting and interpreting power system studies.
  • CPEng and/or RPEQ preferred (or working toward).
  • Strong communicator with proven ability to manage multiple work fronts.
  • High computer literacy and familiarity with digital/AI engineering tools.
  RESPECTFULLY AUSTRALIAN WORKING RIGHTS ONLY 

For more information about this opportunity, please click  APPLY  or contact Melvern on 08 94374400 or via email on melvern.manuksuk@drdgroup.com.au
  
DRD Group is a specialist recruitment provider renowned for recruiting quality project teams on major projects within the Energy, Resources, Defense, Renewables and Infrastructure sectors.
   
DRD Group embraces a diverse workforce culture and encourages female and Indigenous applicants to apply. All work assignments are subject to successful completion of a medical, drug and alcohol screen plus verification of all original certifications and qualifications
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