AUS - Project Engineer
McConnell Dowell – Creative Construction
About the Role
Deliver Australia’s first pumped hydro project. As an Electrical Project Engineer you will support the delivery of electrical works across a major Hydro Pump infrastructure project, with a strong emphasis on quality assurance. Working a 14/7 FIFO roster you will play a key role in managing documentation, supporting final closure, and ensuring compliance with standards and project requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development of QA documentation (ITPs, SWMS, RFIs, NCRs) with a focus on final closure requirements.
- Assist in delivering electrical works including procurement, installation and commissioning.
- Plan and coordinate electrical installations such as cable systems, switchgear, lighting, generators and SCADA.
- Review and interpret designs and documentation to ensure compliance with Australian Standards (AS3000, AS3008, AS2507, S009).
- Support cost tracking, progress reporting, construction planning and issue resolution across the project lifecycle.
About you
Experienced Electrical Project Engineer with solid technical capability and a strong grounding in electrical installation, design review, and construction delivery. Exceptional Quality Assurance skills with experience driving documentation and close‑out processes on complex projects.
You will ideally bring
- Australian recognized degree in Electrical Engineering.
- White card and current Australian driver’s licence.
- Proven experience in QA documentation and project close‑out.
- Strong knowledge of electrical standards and construction methodologies.
- Familiarity with Hexagon and AssetHive (desirable).
What is in for you?
- 20% site allowance plus night shift loading where applicable.
- FIFO 14/7 with accommodation, meals and travel provided.
- Contribute to Australia’s clean energy transformation.
- Supportive, high‑performing project team with real career growth.
- A company that values your individuality and invests in your future.
About Us
McConnell Dowell – Creative Construction. Providing a better life, we deliver projects that connect, support, and sustain communities. For over 60 years we build thousands of complex, high‑quality projects across Australia, Recent Zealand, the Pacific Islands, and Southeast Asia.
We are an equal opportunity employer. People of all ages, abilities, sexual orientation, gender identities & cultures including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are strongly encouraged to apply.
Please note all successful applicants must hold valid work rights for Australia and pass a satisfactory pre‑employment medical which includes drug and alcohol checks.
This role is being sourced through McConnell Dowell directly and not accepting applications via external recruitment agencies.
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