Overview
In this Electrical Engineer role, you contribute to the delivery of electrical designs for mining, industrial, and infrastructure projects. You join the Newcastle Mining team, working with multidisciplinary peers to ensure safe, high-quality outcomes on large capital projects. You’ll support studies, FEED and detailed design, and contribute to project delivery from concept through construction. You’ll build client relationships and help improve engineering standards while advancing toward a senior engineer position. This opportunity combines hands-on design work with a clear path for career progression in a global consultancy.
Pay / Benefits
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
- Ongoing professional development and chartership support
- Career progression opportunities
- Collaborative and inclusive team culture
- Access to national and global technical experts
- Work on major mining and infrastructure projects
Responsibilities
- Deliver electrical engineering designs for mining, minerals processing, industrial and infrastructure projects
- Assist in the design and development of power distribution systems, substations, HV/LV systems and related infrastructure
- Support studies, concept development, FEED and detailed design activities
- Prepare technical calculations, reports, specifications and design documentation
- Coordinate with mechanical, structural, civil, process and control systems engineers for integrated outcomes
- Participate in design reviews, risk assessments and safety-in-design workshops
- Support site inspections, commissioning activities and construction-phase engineering services
- Build strong client relationships through clear communication and reliable project delivery
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and engineering standards/processes
Key requirements
- Degree qualification in Electrical Engineering
- Approximately 3–7 years' experience in mining, industrial, infrastructure, energy or heavy industry environments
- Experience designing electrical power systems and associated infrastructure
- Knowledge of relevant Australian Standards and engineering practices
- Exposure to project delivery across studies, design and/or construction phases
- Understanding of HV/LV systems, power distribution, motor control and industrial electrical systems
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Collaborative approach and ability to work in multidisciplinary teams
- Commitment to quality, safety and technical excellence
- Strong communication
- Stakeholder engagement
- Collaborative mindset
- Electrical power systems design
- HV/LV systems and substations
- Power distribution and motor control
Electrical Engineer in Newcastle upon Tyne employer: WSP Group
At WSP, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration among our talented team. As a Major Projects Executive in Western Australia, you will not only lead transformative transport infrastructure projects but also benefit from executive-level remuneration, flexible working arrangements, and robust leadership development pathways. Join us to make a meaningful impact while enjoying the support of a close-knit community dedicated to your professional growth and well-being.
