Senior Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer
1272623
Wednesday, June 3, 2026
Western Australia, Australia
Design
About Us
Primero, a subsidiary of NRW Holdings, is a multi‐national engineering, procurement, and construction business. Since we were founded in 2011, we've grown and diversified, delivering projects in over ten different countries, spanning five continents, from locations in Australia and North America. Our rapid growth is testament to our ability to deliver quality project outcomes, safely and on time.
Working with us you'll learn from some of the brightest and smartest minds in the business, while delivering important projects throughout Australia and overseas, giving you the opportunity to gain access to unique experiences across a huge range of sectors, from gold to lithium and new energy.
We are seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our team, supporting the delivery of high‐quality engineering solutions across major projects and operational assets within the mining/industrial and utilities sectors.
This role will be based at our Osborne Park head office until September 2026 when we will relocate to our new Head Office on St Georges Tce, Perth.
Your Key Responsibilities
* Lead the design and review of electrical and instrumentation systems, including power distribution, control systems, and field instrumentation
* Ensure compliance with applicable standards (e.g. AS/NZS, IEC) and client specifications
* Provide technical support for installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting of E&I systems
* Manage and coordinate engineering deliverables across multidisciplinary teams
* Support maintenance strategies, reliability improvements, and asset lifecycle management
* Conduct risk assessments, hazard studies, and ensure adherence to safety requirements
* Interface with vendors, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure project objectives are met
* Mentor and guide junior engineers and technical personnel
* Calculations for sizing cables, transformers, switchboards, arc flash hazards and fault levels.
* Specify and select equipment for switchboards, VSDs, transformers, PLC hardware, distribution boards, switchgear
What You 'Can Do'
* Bachelor of Electrical Engineering (recognised by IEAust)
* 7+ years' design engineering experience in a mining, resources, or heavy industrial environment
* Strong knowledge of power systems, control systems (PLC), and field instrumentation
* Demonstrated understanding of relevant standards and engineering best practices
* Proven ability to lead projects and deliver outcomes in complex operating environments
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
* Chartered or working towards chartership is highly regarded
What we 'Can Do' for you
* Competitive Compensation
* Flexible Working Arrangements
* Health and Wellbeing Support
* Benefits & Discounts
* Employee Referral Rewards
Primero is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourages female, veteran and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants.
If you believe you have what it takes and want to work for a company who puts its people first, please apply now.
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