Senior PCS Electrical Engineer

About the Role

An opportunity has arisen for a Senior PCS Electrical Engineer within our Gladstone office to support the Branch Manager to grow and mentor our junior staff. Preference will be given to engineers with 5 + years of proven experience in power system analysis and design. You will be responsible for conceptual and detailed design, power system modelling and studies, earthing and lightning protection, through to commissioning support for LV and HV systems.

Candidate Profile

• You will be degree or advanced diploma qualified in Electrical Engineering having extensive work experience in industrial power systems, mining, renewables or can demonstrate transferable skills from another industry.

• You must have an Australian driver's license.

• You must have full Australian work rights.

Desirable Experience and Skills

• SKM PTW or ETAP experience.

• Strong working knowledge of AS3000, AS3008, AS2067 and AS1768.

• Extensive AutoCAD drafting experience.

• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills with ability to convey electrical engineering outcomes with clients, stakeholders and other disciplines as required.

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Experience across a variety of Heavy Industries.

• The ability to complete detailed electrical design work (schematics, SLD's, termination diagrams, specifications, scopes of work)

• Knowledge of power systems and LV/MV design such as MCC's, Switchrooms, HV & LV Switchgear.

• Earthing and lightning system modelling.

• Overhead line modelling is also advantageous.

• Knowledge of instrumentation, PLC control systems, networks and communications systems.

• Understanding of relevant Australian, IEC and industry codes and standards.

• Functional safety and hazardous area experience and/or exposure in mining environments is advantageous.

• Demonstrated ability and genuine enthusiasm to motivate and mentor junior staff.

• Chartered status or eligibility to become registered with an accredited industry body such as Engineers Australia and RPEQ.

What makes us unique

Cell Engineering strives to maintain its impressive history of customer satisfaction whilst continuing to expand our client base of high-profile clients and local industries. This gives you a large and diverse range of work that you will be exposed to throughout Australia.

With an impressive history of staff retention, we are able to provide a balanced lifestyle of site Vs office work. You will feel valued, respected and recognised for your efforts and will have direct access to our Directors, Senior management and other peers for guidance and additional support.

Our people are our most valuable asset, and we will work with you to achieve your career goals. You will be exposed to diverse projects portfolios, the latest cutting-edge software, innovative solutions and design principles.

At CELL, we offer

• Competitive remuneration with regular performance-based reviews.

• Availability of Site allowances and paid overtime.

• Financial Security from being a well-established and trusted engineering solution provider in a field that is innovation-driven and has substantial predicted growth and opportunities in the coming years

• Flexible working that works for you. Flexibility means different things to different people. Cell Engineering is committed to helping our people achieve a great work life balance.

• A collaborative and supportive team environment with the tools to succeed.

• The opportunity to work with a team of 80 professionals Australia wide.

• Professional development opportunities along with extensive training, mentoring and professional development programs.

• Career progression underpinned by our national portfolio of work means you'll have the opportunity to work on iconic projects that are shaping cities and industries.

• Access to a Comprehensive Employee assistance Program (EAP)

• An extensive range of employee incentives and benefits

About us

CELL Engineering, established in 2005, with a team of over 80 people Australia wide. We provide exCellence in Electrical Engineering, technology services and Control Systems that support our people, our clients, and our communities to engineer a sustainable future.

Cell Engineering has extensive expertise in:

• Utilities

• Heavy industry

• Renewables

• Ports and Logistics

• Defence

• Manufacturing Automation

• Communications

• Mining

• Oil and Gas

We pride ourselves and deliver on our company values which focuses on People, Quality, Safety and Community.

As a supplier of choice, we constantly deliver quality results on time, innovative solutions, personal service, and value for money on the back of strong customer relationships.

Our national branches reside in Mackay, Darwin, Brisbane, Gladstone, Perth and Newcastle.

How to apply

If you would like to be considered for this exciting new role, please submit your resume and a cover letter via

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