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Principal electrical engineer

Perth
Aecom
Posted: 10 June
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* Primary Location: AU - Perth, WA - 58 Mounts Bay Road


Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we’re delivering a better world by improving commutes, keeping lights on, providing access to clean water, and transforming skylines. As the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, we partner with clients to solve complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.


Job Description

As a result of significant project wins and our growth strategy, AECOM’s Resources + Industrial (R+I) Team is looking for a passionate and highly driven Senior/Principal Electrical Engineer to further develop their career in leading power and energy projects. This role will support our current external clients and new pursuits, helping our team grow sustainably.

Typical engineering projects involve high‑voltage and low‑voltage electrical distribution and reticulation systems, as well as planning electrical generation and distribution systems for open cut and underground mines. You will work with a high‑performing team to deliver projects for clients such as Alcoa, South32 Worsley, Newmont, Goldfields, WA Water Corporation, and other industrial/infrastructure and public utility clients across Australia.

Responsibilities include:

* Demonstrated experience delivering Industrial/Infrastructure projects to a high standard, within budget and on time.
* Experience working in multidisciplinary project teams.
* Working knowledge of constructable designs, with operations and maintenance experience desirable.
* Passion for developing yourself as a future leader and for initiating our local Industrial sector strategy.
* Mentoring and leading teams while interacting with customers.
* 10+ years’ experience.

Your ability to mentor others, deliver on promise, and build/maintain strong client relationships will be key to your success.


Qualifications

* Bachelor of Engineering (or equivalent).
* Proven engineering/design experience within mining, local government, or heavy industry sectors.
* Exposure to the design and specification of industrial systems such as HV/LV distribution, controls and communications, safety systems, and motor controls.
* Proficiency in producing engineering documentation such as technical specifications, datasheets, reports, and scope of works.


Benefits

* Flexible start and finish times, working from home, part time, and job share options.
* Paid parental and partner leave.
* Additional annual leave and salary packaging.
* Wellbeing benefits such as vaccinations, health insurance discounts.
* Employee stock purchase plans.
* Professional and technical development opportunities.

To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in‑person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

AECOM acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we, our clients and our communities live and work across Australia. We pay respect to their cultures and to their Elders—past, present, and emerging. We are committed to connecting to Country in our work through meaningful engagement with First Nations peoples and businesses. Find out more about our Australian Reconciliation Action Plan here: https://aecom.com/au/our-vision-for-reconciliation/.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential and’re committed to building a safe and respectful workplace where everyone can bring their whole selves to work. Your growth and success are our priorities.

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