Senior Electrical Project Engineer

4 weeks ago

CoomaMonaro, Australia PHE Pty Ltd Full time

About the Role:

PHE Engineering are hiring an experiencedSenior Electrical Project Engineerto join the Snowy 2.0 expansion – one of Australia's largest and most iconic infrastructure projects. You'll play a pivotal role in overseeing electrical engineering design and implementation, supporting the build of a 27km underground tunnel, HV reticulation systems, and a new underground hydroelectric power station.

This long-term position offers an exciting opportunity for someone ready to step into a senior role and make a significant impact on a nationally important project.

What You'll Do:

  • Lead the design and implementation ofHV/LV electrical reticulation systemsandconstruction powerinfrastructure
  • Work closely with the project lead to deliver engineering milestones across multiple stages
  • Use AutoCAD, PowerCAD or ETAP to produce and review electrical designs
  • Oversee temporary power systems, manage completion systems, and interface with site contractors
  • Use your engineering and construction knowledge to dynamically solve problems faced during construction
  • Report to the Engineering Manager and interface with the clients construction and commissioning team

About You:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering(mandatory)
  • RPEQ registeredor eligible (preferred)
  • Practical site knowledge of HV/LV systems, temporary/construction power
  • Experience with large-scale infrastructure projects ($5M–$10M+)
  • Completion system experience (e.g., PIMS, HEXAGON equivalent) highly desirable
  • Trade background (e.g., Electrician) is a plus but not essential
  • Strong commitment to project delivery, collaboration, and problem-solving

About Us:

PHE has 50 years' experience in providing electrical and instrumentation operation support services to clients throughout Australia in a range of industries including:

  • Mining,
  • Hydropower generation,
  • Remote gas power generations plants
  • Pulp and paper manufacturing
  • Timber processing industries

Major projects we have been involved in:

  • Snowy Hydro - Tumut 3 Power Station Controls & Protection Upgrade
  • Snowy Hydro - Murray 1 Power Station Technology Upgrade
  • Snowy Hydro - Tumut 1 & Tumut 2 Power Station Transformer and Line Protection Upgrades.
  • Newcrest Mining - Cadia East Underground Panel Cave 2 East Crusher
  • Cadia Valley Operations, Orange Newcrest Mining
  • CON 1 T3 Hydrofloat Project
  • Oz Minerals - Carrapateena

Why Join PHE?

  • Long-term, stable role on a once-in-a-generation energy project
  • Flexible roster with travel and accommodation arranged and paid
  • Supportive project leadership with national exposure and development pathways
  • Be part of a team shaping Australia's energy future

Please note: You must have the right to live and work permanently in Australia

PHE conducts pre-employment medical, Drug and Alcohol testing and a National Police Check prior to employment.

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