Lead Electrical Engineer

Ausenco is a fast-growing company with big ideas. We redefine what's possible in some of the world's most complex projects and toughest environments. Delivering innovative, value-add consulting, project delivery, asset operations and maintenance solutions is what we do. From 21 offices in 9 countries, with projects in over 80 locations worldwide, we create sustainable outcomes for our people, clients and communities.

Our team is continuing to grow, we are currently recruiting for a Lead Electrical Engineer to join our Brisbane office.

About the role

• Preliminary and detailed Electrical and Instrumentation design for HV, LV and ELV power distribution systems.
• Preliminary and detailed Electrical and Instrumentation design for HV and LV Motor Control Centres and substations
• Prepare design documentation including equipment specifications/data sheets, operation and maintenance manuals, tender documents, cost estimates, hours to complete estimates and project schedules
• Prepare, tender, evaluate and recommend equipment and services supply packages including HV Switchgear, Power Transformers, MCC's, VVVF Drives, UPS, Power Generators, and various Flow, Level. Temperature and Pressure sensing process instruments.
• Supervision of, task assignment for and performance review of assigned work group(s).
• Provide technical advice and support with the preparation of reports and studies
• Motivate other project team members towards superior performance by supporting daily performance and providing ongoing mentoring and training
• Effective client and project team liaison and communication

About you

• Bachelor of Engineering (RPEQ highly valued)
• Significant electrical and instrumentation design experience essential
• ETAP & Power Systems experience
• Study, FEED and Detailed Engineering experience
• Knowledge of multi-discipline engineering.
• Prior experience leading Electrical Engineering project teams
• Strong problem solving and organisational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Why Ausenco?

We support individual growth and aim to allow you to work in a way that plays to your strengths. In addition to a competitive remuneration package we offer:

• Career advancement - Be supported in your ongoing development with technical training, mentoring programs and frequent networking opportunities.
• Work Life Balance – Be empowered to enjoy your life outside of the office with flexible working hours, work from home arrangements and modern leave policies including paid parental leave and floating public holiday programs.
• Holistic approach to wellness – Take a proactive approach to your overall wellbeing. Access confidential services as a courtesy of Ausenco including online health and fitness programs, financial coaching, and confidential counselling services.
• Accessible leadership team – Work with highly reputable market leaders who value your contribution.

Our people don't settle for the status quo. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and want to help set a new standard in sustainability, we'll help you find your place. This means working with you to develop a unique career path and skillset to match your ambition.

We're proud of the work we do, and we do it within a culture that is open, honest, and cooperative. We have a history of attracting visionary people who embrace challenges and deliver creative solutions for every project, and your voice is an important part of the conversation.

As a global company we embrace and encourage diversity in its fullest sense – gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, experience, nationality, colour, language, religion, location, disability, education, skills, working styles and time availability. Our work environments are based on mutual trust and respect for the rights and opportunities of every individual.

'Need support with your application?

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