Electrical Intermediate Engineer
Department: Electrical Engineering
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Brisbane, QLD, Australia
Description
Equinox Engineering is a global engineering firm providing world-class services to the oil & gas, energy, and resource sectors. With a commitment to innovation, collaboration, and delivering high-quality engineering solutions, we are expanding our Brisbane office and seeking a talented Piping Engineer at the intermediate level to join our growing team.
Position Overview:
As an Intermediate Electrical Engineer at Equinox Engineering, you will play a key role in delivering engineering solutions across multi-disciplinary projects. You will be responsible for carrying out piping design, preparing engineering documentation and design implementation while working closely with project managers, designers, and other engineering disciplines. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to challenging projects in the energy sector and to develop your career within a supportive, global organisation.
Why Join Equinox?
* Meaningful work on high-impact oil and gas facilities
* A people-focused culture that values technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement
* Opportunity to develop and grow within multidisciplinary EPCM project teams
* Exposure to diverse facilities projects across Australia
* A flexible and supportive environment designed for long-term career development
What You'll Do
As an Intermediate Electrical Engineer, you will support the delivery of safe, reliable, and code‐compliant electrical systems. Your role will include:
Electrical Design & Engineering
* Develop and review electrical system designs, drawings, and engineering deliverables
* Prepare key documentation including:
o Single line diagrams
o Load lists
o Area classification drawings and reports
o Cable schedules and equipment specifications
* Perform electrical studies using software such as ETAP or SKM (short circuit, load flow, coordination)
* Support equipment sizing, power distribution design, and motor control systems
Coordination & Team Collaboration
* Work closely with multidisciplinary teams including process, mechanical, piping, and instrumentation
* Coordinate with drafting teams to develop and review models and drawings
* Participate in design reviews and incorporate feedback from senior engineers and stakeholders
* Communicate effectively with internal teams, vendors, and clients
Project Execution & Delivery
* Support delivery of electrical deliverables aligned with project scope, schedule, and quality requirements
* Assist with preparation of design basis memorandums (DBMs), scope documents, and technical reports
* Contribute to material take‐offs (MTOs), estimates, and procurement documentation
* Review vendor data and support technical bid evaluations
Construction & Field Support
* Support construction‐phase activities, including responding to RFIs and technical queries
* Participate in site visits and inspections as required
* Ensure designs are practical, safe, and constructible
Safety, Quality & Compliance
* Follow engineering quality processes and support verification practices
* Ensure compliance with applicable standards (e.g., AS/NZS, IEC, IEEE where applicable)
* Demonstrate commitment to safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements
About You
* Experience as an electrical engineer who enjoys practical design work, taking ownership of deliverables, and collaborating within multidisciplinary teams
* Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (required)
* Registration or eligibility with Engineers Australia (or equivalent)
* 5–8 years of electrical engineering experience in oil & gas, energy, or industrial projects
* EPCM or consulting experience preferred
* Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills
* Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
Technical Foundation
* Strong understanding of power distribution systems (low and medium voltage)
* Experience with equipment sizing, area classification, and electrical design practices
* Familiarity with motor control systems and protective relaying concepts
* Knowledge of relevant Australian and international codes (AS/NZS, IEC, IEEE)
* Exposure to PLC systems and instrumentation interfaces is considered an asset
Software Proficiency
* Familiarity with AutoCAD, Plant 3D, or equivalent design tools
* Experience with electrical system analysis tools (e.g., ETAP, SKM, or equivalent)
* Working knowledge of model review tools (e.g., Navisworks)
* Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and MS Office tools
Ready to Apply?
If you're passionate about engineering excellence, enjoy leading technical scopes, and want to contribute to innovative and impactful energy projects, we'd love to hear from you.
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