Senior Electrical Engineer

About DRA Global

DRA Global Limited (DRA or the Company) is an international multi-disciplinary engineering, project delivery and operations management group, predominantly focused on the mining, minerals and metals industry.

The Group has an extensive track record spanning four decades across a wide range of commodities. DRA's teams have deep expertise in the mining, minerals and metals processing industries, as well as related non-process infrastructure such as, water, and energy solutions.

DRA covers all major mining centres with offices across Africa and the Middle East, North and South America, and Asia-Pacific

The role

Seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our Brisbane based engineering team. We will also consider a discipline Electrical Engineer who is ready to take the next step. The role is offered on a 3-Month Max-Term Contract with a view for ongoing.

Reporting to the Electrical Department Manager you will be working in a highly experienced team supporting a variety of mineral processing studies and/or projects.

• Prepare electrical and instrumentation designs and calculations in accordance with relevant Client and Australian Standards
• LV and MV design, MCC's, Switchrooms, Switchgear and the design elements for the supporting infrastructure
• Exposure to the configuration and commissioning of Electrical and Control Systems
• Specification and technical document writing
• Management and ownership of electrical, instrumentation and controls design in projects
• Support and collaborate with designers to develop designs for a wide range of plant elements
• Assist with project delivery outcomes such as scheduling, cost control and procurement activities
• Prepare technical engineering documents as part of the overall project engineering deliverables
• Opportunity to attend site-based assignments to support construction, commissioning or operating plant activities
• Lead by example and provide mentorship to team members

You will have

• Bachelor of Engineering – Electrical Engineering, or equivalent
• Experience in mineral processing in a design and construction environment
• ETAP software proficiency - advantageous
• Knowledge of power systems and LV/MV design
• Functional safety and hazardous area experience and/or exposure in mining environments
• Knowledge of instrumentation, control systems and communications elements relevant to the delivery of a fully functional plant
• Experience in stages of project development and delivery (Studies, Engineering & Construction, Commissioning)
• Understanding of relevant Australian and industry codes and standards
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills with ability to convey electrical engineering outcomes with clients, stakeholders and other disciplines as required
• Demonstrated ability and genuine enthusiasm to motivate and mentor emerging engineers

Here at DRA, we offer

• Competitive and above market salary packages with regular market analysis
• Access to salary packaging benefits
• Flexible start and finish times allowing for great work life balance
• A collaborative and supportive team environment with the tools to succeed
• The opportunity to work alongside engineering and design excellence

We value diversity and the benefits it brings to achieving our objectives, enhancing our reputation, and attracting, engaging, and retaining talented people. We welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of gender, age, disability, and ethnicity, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders.

Our commitment to equal opportunities and a diverse workplace is embodied in our values of People, Safety, Trust, Integrity, Excellence, and Courage.