Electrical Engineer

Join the Energy Revolution with a Global Leader

Be a driving force in the worldwide transition to renewable energy by joining APD Global, a leading provider of engineering solutions for utility and renewable power projects. This is your opportunity to contribute to the global energy transition and decarbonization efforts while advancing your career in a dynamic and rapidly growing industry.

About Us

For 25 years, APD Global has been at the forefront of delivering advanced and specialised engineering solutions. With around 1000 employees across 15 strategically located offices in Australia, New Zealand, and Malaysia, we excel in Power Systems, Telecommunications, and Renewable Energy industries. Our commitment to seamless integration and innovative approaches sets us apart as a leader in the field. As we look to expand our global presence with new offices in Rome and Singapore in 2025, we remain dedicated to providing exceptional client support.

About the Role

Due to our continued growth, we are seeking a
Electrical Engineer
with distribution network design experience for our Perth CBD office. In this role, you will undertake challenging engineering design solutions for key clients, including Western Power and Horizon Power and provide leadership and guidance to our engineers and designers.

As a critical interface with local utilities, you will provide high-quality design services in a safe, reliable, and commercially responsible manner and be part of building a trusted relationship with our clients. This position allows you to leverage your extensive technical knowledge, experience, and skills to execute detailed design work and help us expand into other areas including renewables and mining.

We believe in being the best. This is your chance to immerse yourself amongst a vibrant network of experts and join us in our exciting journey head We believe in trust, flexibility, investing in our talent, empowering you to succeed and unlock your full potential. Here, we champion cross-pollination across diverse disciplines like engineering in renewable energy or high voltage transmission lines projects, allowing your skills and knowledge to evolve and flourish.

Key Responsibilities

• Be the subject matter expert in distribution connection and network design in accordance with Western Power and/or Horizon Power utility standards.
• Provide exceptional quality control support for the department, ensuring quality in our designs and delivery to clients in a timely manner.
• Provide guidance and training for engineers to develop their knowledge and skills in completing compliant constructable designs.
• Develop scopes of work through active engagement with customers, local authorities, landowners, and power utilities, utilizing network investigations, data analysis, and application of network standards and guidelines.
• Complete complex design projects for customer-driven distribution network and connection projects including commercial connections, generation connections and large-scale underground power conversions.
• Manage client interactions while maintaining mutually beneficial professional relationships.

Demonstrate a proven track record in:

• Overhead power line or underground network design and modeling.
• Design of asset relocations, reinforcements, and upgrades.
• Street lighting design, AutoCAD, and MicroStation drafting.
• Underground power network design (including subdivisions).

What You Need to Succeed

We are looking for someone who shares our genuine passion for re-imagining engineering and who actively pursues continuous learning to shape the future.

• At least 3 years of continual experience with electricity distribution networks, particularly with Western Power and Horizon Power.
• A minimum of a BEng/BSc in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• National Registered Engineer (NER) or Charted Engineer certified (preferred but essential)
• Proficiency in GIS, design, and drafting software.
• Experience in preparing designs, material lists, estimating connection costs, and securing customer approvals.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to interact with a variety of stakeholders.
• A project management and excellence in service delivery mindset.
• A valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Australian Resident

Why Join Us?

• APD Global is a well-established consulting company with strong relationships within the utility and mining sector.
• We strive to be the best at what we do in terms of quality of our service and culture.
• Competitive and flexible remuneration packages.
• Value individual autonomy and trust with options for flexible working arrangements to suit individual needs.
• APD is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion. We encourage and support our employees to bring their unique talents, backgrounds, and expertise to create exceptional outcomes.
• APD Global is emerging on the world stage providing exciting opportunities for travel and exploring new places.

At APD, you will have the opportunity to learn from a large team of specialists, use state-of-the-art software and tools, and explore various roles within the power engineering and telecommunications industry.

APD is an equal opportunity employer that fosters a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion. We encourage and support our employees to bring their unique talents, backgrounds, and expertise to the table to create exceptional outcomes.

Applicants must be willing to undertake a pre-employment medical and provide proof of valid working rights in Australia.

Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.