Electrical Network Engineer

3 weeks ago


Forrestdale, Australia Western Power Full time

At Western Power, we're working towards a clean energy future and we're looking for a skilled Distribution Design Engineer to join our team of experts.

This exciting opportunity is for a permanent full-time position at South Metro Depot in Forrestdale.

About the Role

As a Distribution Design Engineer, you will be responsible for undertaking engineering assessments, investigations, and designs associated with Western Power or customer facilities connected to the distribution network.

You will also be required to:

  • Produce and/or check designs and estimates for projects encompassing materials, labour, sub-contract services, and costing for work associated with the distribution network.
  • Provide technical support across other work groups.
  • Complete all documentation, ordering of materials, entering and maintaining information in applicable computer systems.
  • Undertake contract administration to ensure contractor compliance to specification and identify non-conformances of contractors.
  • Respond to customer correspondence and answer questions from the general public, various government departments, and industry on quotes issued via DQM.
  • Ensure compliance with all Western Power standards, quality, legal, and contractual requirements as appropriate.
  • Schedule and plan your own daily and weekly allocated work in order to meet agreed targets.

About You

We are seeking someone with experience and attributes that include:

  • A degree in Electrical Engineering.
  • Eligibility for corporate membership of The Institution of Engineers, Australia.
  • At least 4 – 6 years demonstrated engineering experience, preferably in an electrical utility.
  • Experience in design management.
  • Sound knowledge of engineering standards, regulations, and procedures preferably within a distribution network environment.
  • Interaction with others requires understanding, influencing, and supporting people, through applying technical knowledge or rational arguments.
  • Knowledge of distribution design standards (desirable).
  • Proficient in Microstation and Poles n Wires (desirable).

Joining Western Power

Our people play a vital role in creating an innovative, safe, and supportive workplace, living our values, and delivering exceptional service to the communities in which we operate.

We are committed to building a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, women, young & mature age workers, the LGBTQI+ community.

We are an employer of choice, offering our employees a range of benefits that include:

  • Competitive salary plus 11% superannuation.
  • Flexible work arrangements that support part-time work, flexible working hours, and working from home arrangements.
  • Professional Development opportunities including training initiatives and study assistance.
  • An award-winning employee recognition and benefits programme.
  • Access to five Employee Network Groups – First Nations, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse, Diverse Sexualities and Genders, Women, and People with Disability – which celebrate and communicate the diversity of our workforce and connect diversity and inclusion to our broader business activities.
  • The opportunity to purchase up to four weeks of additional leave per year.
  • Access to salary packaging, social club activities, and discounted health insurance and gym membership.


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