Electrical Project Engineer

Electrical Project Engineer

Full-Time 82800 - 101200 $ / year (est.) On-site
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Join our team to deliver essential infrastructure projects in the Water sector.
  • Company: Downer, a leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, career growth opportunities, and a supportive team environment.
  • Other info: Inclusive workplace that values diverse experiences and talents.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact on critical community infrastructure while advancing your engineering career.
  • Qualifications: Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and over two years of project engineering experience.

The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.

At Downer we plan, create and sustain. Downer is the leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand. Through trusted relationships and world leading insight we work closely with our customers to design, build and sustain assets, infrastructure, and facilities.

About the Team

Downer's Energy & Utilities business unit is an integrated trans-Tasman team, providing services and solutions that connect communities to essential networks and infrastructure. We design, build, operate and maintain today's critical assets and networks, delivering complete services across the water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial and power generation sectors. Our expertise spans in-house technical smarts, specialist engineering, integrated OEM partners, and dedicated crews of qualified tradespeople.

The Opportunity

As part of a newly awarded project within our Energy and Utilities Water business, we are seeking an Electrical Project Engineer to join our team. The Project Engineer will work closely with Design Managers, Project Managers, Senior Project Engineers, and other project team members to support the successful delivery of their assigned discipline or project component. This role plays a key part in supporting the engineering and delivery effort across a wide range of infrastructure projects within the Water sector.

What we are looking for:

  • Tertiary qualification in Electrical Engineering at Bachelor
  • Over two years of project engineering experience within industrial specifically in the Water industry
  • Proven ability to manage subcontractors, including coordination, performance oversight, and compliance
  • Strong competency in reviewing and developing construction drawings and technical documentation
  • Demonstrated accuracy in record keeping and project documentation control
  • Financial management capability, including budgeting, cost tracking, and reporting
  • Experience in quality assurance and quality control

What we offer:

  • Opportunity for career growth with structured frameworks and supportive-inclusive team
  • Competitive Salary and Employee Benefits
  • Valued and respected position, with supportive and experienced team
  • Work for a major ASX-listed company

Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.

Electrical Project Engineer employer: Downer Group

At Downer, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering permanent positions with competitive EBA rates and a strong focus on safety within our Water Pipelines Division. Our supportive work culture fosters ongoing training and career development, ensuring that our employees thrive in their roles while contributing to essential community infrastructure. Join us for a rewarding career with an ASX-listed company that values diversity and promotes health and wellness initiatives.

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Contact Details:

Downer Group Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Electrical Project Engineer

Electrical Engineering
Project Engineering
Subcontractor Management
Construction Drawings Review
Technical Documentation Development
Record Keeping
Project Documentation Control