BlueScope is an Australian-born global success story spanning 15 countries. Our team of over 16500 people is our strength and we want our people to be safe successful and well. Were leaders and innovators in transforming steel into smart products and solutions that support society today and in the future. Were proud of brands like COLORBOND steel that inspire and protect everything from hospitals to bridges and stadiums.
The Opportunity
Our Port Kembla Manufacturing facility is looking for an Electrical Engineer in our Hot Mills Engineering team based in Port Kembla. As a part of the broader Australian Steel Products portfolio we have six major manufacturing sites at Port Kembla that deliver a variety of products, innovative solutions and services to our export and domestic customers.
In this critical role you will apply your technical expertise to develop and maintain power distribution and industrial control systems on our Hot Mills equipment. Youll lead projects ranging from small upgrades to large-scale improvements as well as supporting our central engineering team for projects of strategic importance driving optimum equipment performance and reducing failures. Your work will be essential in ensuring this world‑class asset operates safely, efficiently and reliably to support Australias steelmaking industry.
Whether youre local to the Illawarra looking to avoid the Sydney traffic or considering a move interstate BlueScope offers the opportunity to work in a vibrant coastal city with a well-established culture that drives some of the highest employee retention rates in the market a workplace where your professional journey is both rewarding and exciting.
What Will You Do
Working with multi‑disciplinary teams you will provide technical expertise in areas such as design power systems drives control systems equipment selection and technology improvement identification.
You will also :
* provide electrical engineering support for the day to day operations of the plant
* investigate and implement process improvement projects
* deliver continuous improvement outcomes to support the production and supply of our products
More About You
You will have experience in facilitating engineering design tender supply construction and commissioning. You will also have :
* a degree qualification in electrical engineering
* experience with automation systems PLC HMI DCS & SCADA
* experience with low voltage distribution systems and motor controls
* experience with variable speed drives and closed-loop control systems
* sound technical problem solving and trouble shooting skills
Why BlueScope
As were creating strength for the future through our people products and solutions BlueScope gives you opportunities to innovate learn and grow with the business supported by inclusive leadership and a positive passionate team. At BlueScope youll :
* Learn and develop as you grow. With opportunities to build skills specific to your role and aspirations our lifelong learning culture will support your future career pathways.
* Create innovative solutions. Seek better smarter ways to solve problems create sustainable solutions and make things happen.
* Experience connection and care. Experience a positive inclusive work environment where we look out for each others safety and wellbeing.
* Deliver work that matters. Every action you take matters in delivering for our customers and strengthening communities for the future. We value what you do.
At BlueScope we offer work-life flexibility through our B-flex program. Were committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every employee feels respected and valued to be their authentic selves and welcome people of all backgrounds skills experiences and perspectives. We encourage Women and First Nations people to apply. Were passionate about driving sustainability outcomes that matter to our communities including action on climate and our 2050 net zero goal.
Bring your energy and make your mark as together we drive Our Purpose : We create and inspire smart solutions in steel to strengthen communities for the future.
Come and discover us at us creating strength for the future.
Applications close Monday 13th October 2025.
Remote Work: No
Employment Type: Full-time
Key Skills
Electrical Engineering, Lighting Design, System Design, Firmware, NEC, LabView, PCB, CAD, Fpga, Autocad, Programmable Logic Controllers, Revit
Department / Functional Area: Engineering
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
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