senior electrical engineer

Department for Energy and Mining

Job reference: 693921

Location: ADELAIDE

Job status: Short Term Contract

Eligibility: Open to Everyone

The Department for Energy and Mining is committed to building a diverse and flexible culture. We encourage and welcome all applications from women, diverse community groups and ages, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people with disabilities.

Are you a strategic thinker with deep technical expertise in renewable energy systems? Do you want to make a real impact by helping to deliver safe, reliable and sustainable power to remote South Australian communities?

We're looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer to join the Department for Energy and Mining (DEM), leading the development and implementation of technical standards and projects that support our transition to renewable energy across remote electricity networks.

About the opportunity:

An exciting opportunity has become available for a Senior Electrical Engineer to join the Remote Area Energy Supply (RAES) team within the Department for Energy and Mining (DEM).

As Senior Electrical Engineer, you will join the team in the development, delivery, and optimisation of electrical infrastructure projects that support safe, reliable and sustainable electricity generation and distribution in South Australia's most remote communities. This includes acting as a technical authority on hybrid renewable and diesel power systems, providing high-level advice, and overseeing complex projects to ensure compliance with legislative, regulatory and efficiency objectives.

About us:

The Department for Energy and Mining (DEM) leads the global transformation economy, overseeing the responsible mining and production of the minerals, metals and fuels of the future, to safely and sustainably generate the energy and low carbon products of the future.

Our low-cost power, leading regulation system and culture of innovation is leading to the decarbonisation of industry, new modern manufacturing opportunities, increased employment and greater prosperity and security for the people of South Australia.

Key Selection Criteria:

Please only address the dot points listed below in your application

• Expert knowledge of high-voltage and low-voltage distribution networks, switchgear, earthing and protection systems, PLC/RTU architectures, communications networks, and SCADA systems.
• Extensive experience in the delivery and/or operation of renewable hybrid power stations, including providing strategic technical advice to stakeholders.
• Proven ability to think strategically and creatively, analyse complex problems and provide advice at both strategic and operational levels.
• Highly developed communication and stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to liaise, influence, and negotiate effectively.

Qualifications:

Essential: Degree in Electrical, Electromechanical, or Electric Power Engineering providing eligibility for graduate membership as a Professional Engineer of the Institution of Engineers, Australia.

Desirable: Postgraduate qualifications in a relevant field such as sustainable development, renewables, or another engineering discipline.

Remuneration:

PO4 - $110,696 - $120,470 + superannuation

Full-time role, working 37.5 hours per week

Special Conditions:

• This is a Term Contract of 12 months - opportunity for potential ongoing appointment.
• Some out of hours work will be required.
• Domestic travel may be required as part of this role.
• This position is classified as a designated position and as such, appointment to this role will be subject to a satisfactory National Police Clearance screening check.

Enquiries:

Salomé Lorente

Application Instructions:

Applicants are required to submit a curriculum vitae and written application of no more than two pages, demonstrating their suitability for the role by addressing the key selection criteria above. Applicants are to include the name, email address and contact number of three referees.

All applicants are required to complete and submit the Employment Declaration.

Applications close: 16/09/2025 11:00 PM