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Senior Engineer Electrical
full-timeBrisbane

Summary

Location

Brisbane

Type

full-time

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About this role

The Opportunity

We have an exciting new opportunity for a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our Water area of the business within Energy and Utilities based in our Brisbane office. This role reports directly to the Electrical Engineering Manager and is responsible for the technical, financial, contractual, resource, safety and quality management of allocated LV projects. 

The role also includes mentoring and management of junior LV & Control Systems Engineers to assist in project and staff development goals.

What we are looking for 

  • Electrical Engineering Degree
  • Extensive experience with LV System Design (calculations, construction design, schematics)
  • Experience in LV Power Distribution Protection Studies and Panel Design
  • Extensive experience in electrical design, fault finding and commissioning of industrial automation plants
  • Moderate experience in control systems design, programming and commissioning Extensive experience with Industrial Control and Automation products (SCADA, PLC, VSDs)
  • Project Management of Control System or LV Projects
  • Experience with Safety in Design and Risk Assessment Processes (HAZOP, CHAZOP, CHAIR, HIDRA, RAMBO, FMECA, etc)
  • Demonstrated capability to work safely in an industrial electrical environment
  • Operates well in a team environment, take the lead when required and mentor junior engineers

What we offer

  • Flexible working environment
  • Opportunity for career growth with structured frameworks and supportive-inclusive team 
  • Competitive Salary and Employee Benefits 
  • Valued and respected position, with supportive and experienced team
  • Work for a major ASX-listed company 

About Energy & Utilities…Downer's Energy & Utilities business unit is an integrated trans-Tasman team, providing services and solutions that connect communities to essential networks and infrastructure. We design, build, operate and maintain today's critical assets and networks, delivering complete services across the water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial and power generation sectors. Our expertise spans in-house technical smarts, specialist engineering, integrated OEM partners, and dedicated crews of qualified tradespeople.

Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.

How to apply

Click "Apply" to start your application. We look forward to hearing from you! 

Downer does not accept unsolicited resumes, fees, or costs from recruitment agencies, search firms, or third parties. Candidates are welcome to submit their applications via the advertisement.


At Downer we plan, create and sustain. Downer is the leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand. Through trusted relationships and world leading insight we work closely with our customers to design, build and sustain assets, infrastructure, and facilities. 
Downer's Energy & Utilities business unit is an integrated trans-Tasman team, providing services and solutions that connect communities to essential networks and infrastructure.
We design, build, operate and maintain today's critical assets and networks, delivering complete services across the water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial and power generation sectors.
Our expertise spans in-house technical smarts, specialist engineering, integrated OEM partners, and dedicated crews of qualified tradespeople.

Other facts

Tech stack
Electrical Engineering,LV System Design,Power Distribution Protection Studies,Panel Design,Fault Finding,Commissioning,Control Systems Design,Programming,Industrial Control,Automation Products,Project Management,Safety in Design,Risk Assessment,Team Leadership,Mentoring,Industrial Environment

About Downer

Enabling communities to thrive.

It’s what we’ve done for more than 150 years. Solving problems. Making the extraordinary run smoothly every day. We’re keeping the lights on and the water flowing. Running the hospitals that take care of us. Delivering the transport that takes us from A to B. Maintaining communication networks that keep people connected. Helping our Government and Defence customers keep them protected. Delivering train fleets. Building bridges, roads and streets. Now we’re building momentum too. Moving forward even faster.

Across Australia and New Zealand, we’re transforming the way we work. Unlocking our potential to lead by example. Using our passion and expertise to deliver complex projects and turn fresh ideas into solutions that make society a better place. Creating opportunities for our people, growth and value for our shareholders, and world-class solutions for our customers. Imagining. Innovating. Engineering. Enabling.

Team size: 10,001+ employees
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Industry: Civil Engineering
Founding Year: 1933

What you'll do

  • The Senior Electrical Engineer is responsible for the technical, financial, contractual, resource, safety, and quality management of allocated LV projects. The role also includes mentoring and management of junior engineers to assist in project and staff development goals.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a Senior Engineer Electrical do at Downer?

As a Senior Engineer Electrical at Downer, you will: the Senior Electrical Engineer is responsible for the technical, financial, contractual, resource, safety, and quality management of allocated LV projects. The role also includes mentoring and management of junior engineers to assist in project and staff development goals..

Why join Downer as a Senior Engineer Electrical?

Downer is a leading Civil Engineering company.

Is the Senior Engineer Electrical position at Downer remote?

The Senior Engineer Electrical position at Downer is based in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

How do I apply for the Senior Engineer Electrical position at Downer?

You can apply for the Senior Engineer Electrical position at Downer directly through Clera. Click the "Apply Now" button above to start your application. Clera's AI-powered platform will help match your profile with this opportunity and guide you through the application process. You can also learn more about Downer on their website.