Principal Electrical Engineer

3 days ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Aggreko Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

We're the global leader in providing energy solutions that help businesses grow and communities thrive.  

We work as a team and we're proud of the difference we make to customers, to local communities, and towards a sustainable future for the world.  

We're seeking a highly experienced Senior/Principal Electrical Engineer to join our electrical engineering team in the APAC region. You will join an established engineering team with diverse expertise, including Electrical, Mechanical, and Control Systems. A strong pipeline of projects across the APAC region, including hybrid and complex projects, has promoted significant team growth over the past 12 months. This role offers an exciting opportunity to impact the energy transition through innovative solutions in renewable energy and power generation.

Why Aggreko? Here are some of the perks and rewards.

  • Innovative Work Environment: Collaborate with a dynamic team on groundbreaking projects in renewable energy and power generation.

  • Career Growth: Opportunity for professional development and advancement within a global leader in energy solutions.

  • Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and performance-based bonuses.

  • Safety First: Be part of a company that prioritises safety and well-being, both on and off the job.

  • Impactful Work: Contribute to high-impact projects that make a difference in communities across the APAC region.

What you'll do:  

  • Lead and Mentor: Guide and develop the electrical engineering team, ensuring alignment with project goals and company standards.

  • Design and Engineering: Be part of the detailed design and implementation of electrical systems for mining and power generation projects, ensuring compliance with Australian standards.

  • Project Leadership: Manage electrical engineering aspects of projects from concept through commissioning, collaborating with other disciplines and stakeholders.

  • Simulation and Analysis: Utilise tools like PowerFactory and CDEGS to model and optimise electrical systems, ensuring robust performance.

  • Safety Compliance: Implement safety standards and risk management practices to ensure all designs and installations are secure and compliant.

  • Client Engagement: Build strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and regulatory bodies, delivering technical presentations and reports.

You'll have the following skills and experience: 

  • Educational Background: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering; a Master's degree or Chartered Professional Engineer certification is preferred.

  • Experience: Minimum of 10 years in electrical design for mining and power generation, with a strong understanding of Australian standards.

  • Technical Expertise: Proficiency in HV substation design, earthing studies, and simulation tools like PowerFactory and CDEGS.

  • Leadership: Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage team dynamics and stakeholder expectations.

  • Problem-Solving: Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail.

  • Communication: Strong interpersonal skills, capable of effectively engaging with clients and stakeholders.

If you're ready to take your career to the next level, and contribute to a more sustainable future in the power industry, we'd love to hear from you

Apply today and be part of the change.

Join us. Bring your energy. Grow your career.

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Equal employment opportunity

We welcome people from different backgrounds and cultures, and respect people's unique skills, attitudes and experiences. We encourage everyone to be themselves at work because we know that's how we do our best, for each other, for our customers, for the communities where we work, and for our careers.

We are an equal opportunity employer. If you apply for a role at Aggreko, we will consider your application based on your qualifications and experience, and not on your race, colour, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.



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