Electrical Engineer role at BAE Systems Australia
We have an excellent opportunity for 2x Electrical Engineers to join our team within the JORN project. The Electrical Engineer is accountable for the design and development of Electrical systems and/or equipment in accordance with contractual and company requirements to achieve the required business performance. The role mentors junior members of the Power and Systems team and may involve occasional travel to remote radar sites to support technical scoping activities and supervision of installation works.
About the Opportunity
2x Electrical Engineers are sought to join the team within the JORN project. Occasional travel to remote Radar Sites will be required to support technical scoping activities and supervision of installation works.
Key responsibilities
- Development and review of Electrical Engineering design documentation
- Progression and management of Electrical Engineering projects from inception to incorporation
- Electrical Engineering technical projects cover (not exhaustive): High Voltage and Low Voltage system design, Hazardous Areas assessment and design, PLC program and design, Instrumentation and Control design, EMI testing, Generator control system design, Solar and battery energy storage systems design, site electrical assessments, earthing system design and testing, condition-based monitoring, arc flash assessments, UPS design
- Management and coordination of external design projects
- Development of labour and material estimates (BOE)
- Develop strong relationships with site-based and ad-hoc project teams
- Complete assigned JORN sustainment engineering changes in accordance with design change policies and participate in mandated system reviews (e.g., SRR, PDR, CDR)
- Complete all allocated work per the Power and Systems 2 Year Plan
- Report progress on Engineering Change, S&Q; and MPAAHS to the Power and Systems Team Lead weekly
- Assist in fault diagnosis for system outage events; conduct system safety assessments
- Attend supervision with Team Lead for career goals and professional development; engage in continuous training to support CPD
- Assist in analysis of system obsolescence risks and recommended solutions; assist ILS team with JORN sustainment assessments
- Contribute to team planning, risk management, product safety, quality and SHE
- Develop electrical knowledge of the JORN system and subsystems; comply with system security requirements
- Work towards and achieve Certified Practising Engineer (CPEng) through Engineers Australia (assistance provided by BAE)
- Pursue appropriate Technical Authority delegations within the engineering discipline
- Participate in peer reviews for JORN sustainment artefacts; mentor new and junior engineers
- Develop strong relationships with broader project team including remote site personnel, maintainers, operators and customers
- Any other task as needed to progress engineering changes through the workflow
Qualifications and requirements
- Background in RF or related technologies
- Understanding of electrical and electronic concepts
- Tertiary qualifications in Electrical and Electronic Engineering
- Background in defence practices highly desired
- Understanding of requirements analysis, design, verification and systems engineering principles
- Experience in a Technical Regulatory Framework (e.g., TAMM, TRAMM, NTRF)
- Experience developing detailed engineering work packages
- Experience working in classified environments
About you
We hire for potential. If you don’t meet every criterion, we still encourage you to apply.
About us and culture
You will be joining a workplace that truly cares about wellbeing; we value diversity and an inclusive culture. As Australia's largest defence company, you will be connected to a global team with opportunities across traditional or non-linear career paths. We recognise veterans and support the community through VetNet Australia, veteran mentoring, and other offerings. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women and have earned the 2024 Benchmarcx Triple R Excellence in Candidate Experience Certification. We commit to responding to every applicant.
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Clearances
Defence security clearance is required for this role. Applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain the necessary clearances. ITAR may apply; nationality can be a factor in suitability. For more information, please review security clearance details.
Seniority level
- Entry level
Employment type
- Full time
Job function
- Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
- Defense and Space Manufacturing
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📌 Electrical Engineer
🏢 BAE Systems Australia
📍 Adelaide