Senior Electrical Design Engineer

About the role

Hydra Search is seeking a confident and experienced Senior Electrical Design Engineer with a background in mining or power generation. You will lead electrical studies, design, testing and commissioning activities while supporting junior team members.

Key responsibilities

• Contribute to all project phases – feasibility, design, construction, testing and commissioning.
• Provide audit and advisory services to ensure compliance with Australian electrical standards and infrastructure requirements.
• Review and approve high‑voltage system reports, including power‑system modelling, protection coordination, earthing studies and arc‑flash assessments.
• Prepare and manage testing and commissioning documentation such as relay configurations, test plans and technical reports.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related discipline.
• Proven expertise in LV/HV electrical design and consultancy for resources or energy projects.
• Hands‑on experience with HV switchgear commissioning and power‑system modelling tools.
• Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) status or active pursuit of CPEng/RPEQ certification is preferred.

Required skills

• Power‑system analysis tools: DigSILENT PowerFactory, ETAP.
• HV switchgear commissioning.
• Power‑system modelling, protection coordination, earthing and arc‑flash assessments.
• Knowledge of Australian electrical standards.