Principal Electrical

15 hours ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Wood Full time
Overview

Wood is seeking expressions of interest for a highly skilled Principal Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer to lead and oversee electrical and instrumentation aspects of projects, ensuring they are completed to a high standard, within budget and on schedule for a major capital works program in Laverton, Victoria.

Responsibilities
  • Overseeing multiple projects from concept to completion, managing budgets, timelines, and resources
  • Develops and implements electrical and instrumentation designs, ensuring they meet project requirements and industry standards.
  • Leads and guides a team of engineers, providing technical guidance, and fostering a collaborative work environment
  • Builds and maintains strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, managing expectations, and ensuring their satisfaction with project outcomes
  • Ensure compliance with all regulatory, environmental, and safety standards
  • Identifies and implements innovative solutions, troubleshoots complex issues, and provides technical support
  • Contributes to design review workshops and quality checks
  • Foster a culture of safe delivery, continuous improvement, innovation, and collaboration
Qualifications
  • Minimum 12 years' direct experience managing projects on major hazards facilities (MHF)
  • Demonstrable experience of embedding safety considerations into all aspects of electrical and instrumentation engineering and design
  • Proven experience of being directly involved on projects in the chemicals / agricultural sectors.
  • Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills, both written and oral
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical and/or mechatronics engineering (or related field)
  • Must be available to work onsite in Laverton, Victoria

If you're an energetic, highly driven and hands-on Principal E&I Engineer ready for your next challenge with great company then we are keen to hear from you today.

Candidates must have full work rights in Australia to be considered for this role.

Apply now and take the next step in your career with this exciting opportunity

About Us

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people.

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.

Seniority level
  • Mid-Senior level
Employment type
  • Full-time
Job function
  • Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
  • Professional Services

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