Electrical Design Engineer – HV/LV Power Projects

About the role

A well‑established Perth‑based engineering business is looking for an Electrical Design Engineer to join its Electrical Design Team. The role is office‑based and supports design, procurement and project close‑out for power generation, renewables, battery storage and mining infrastructure projects.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and update electrical design deliverables such as single‑line diagrams, schematics, cable schedules, layouts, equipment lists and termination schedules.
• Perform and verify electrical calculations including cable sizing, voltage drop, fault level and earthing.
• Review vendor drawings, datasheets and technical submissions for LV and MV equipment.
• Generate RFIs, technical queries, design mark‑ups and scope clarifications.
• Support equipment selection, technical specifications and coordinate with EPC contractors, project managers, vendors and construction teams.
• Provide engineering support during FAT, construction, commissioning, hand‑over and project close‑out.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 + years of electrical engineering experience in power generation, utilities, mining, renewables or EPC/design consultancy.
• Hands‑on experience preparing or reviewing SLDs, schematics, cable schedules, layouts and vendor drawings.
• Good understanding of LV and MV systems, including switchboards, MCCs, transformers, generators, cables, earthing and auxiliary power.

Required skills

• Proficiency with AutoCAD or drawing‑markup tools.
• Knowledge of Australian standards AS/NZS 3000, AS/NZS 3008, AS 2067 and AS/NZS 61439.
• Strong attention to detail and communication skills.