Electrical Designer for Mining & Heavy Machinery CAD

WesTrac; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Novated leasing

Income protection insurance

Discounts at 600+ retailers

Free parking

Job summary

WesTrac is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Designer to produce electrical designs that are safe, practical, legally compliant, and meet customer requirements. You will develop CAD designs and supporting documentation for reviews, including calculations, risk assessments, and compliance records in collaboration with the engineering team.

You will contribute to machine modifications and new build projects while ensuring safety, quality, and regulatory obligations are met.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a design drafting role within mining or heavy machinery.
• Relevant electrical engineering qualifications with drafting experience.
• Ability to interpret technical requirements and develop fit-for-purpose design solutions.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed electrical schematics, harness designs, and CAD drawings for modifications and new builds.
• Interpret customer requirements to deliver practical, safe, compliant designs.
• Prepare engineering documentation including calculations, risk assessments and compliance records.
• Conduct design reviews and quality checks to ensure standards are met.
• Maintain engineering documentation and as-built drawings throughout the project lifecycle.
• Create as-built schematics after machine build completion.

Skills

Electrical design

Design drafting

Time management

Safety-focused

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Certificate IV in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

CAT SIS

Job description

WesTrac is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Designer to produce electrical designs that are safe, practical, legally compliant, and meet customer requirements. You will develop CAD designs and supporting documentation for reviews, including calculations, risk assessments, and compliance records in collaboration with the engineering team.

You will contribute to machine modifications and new build projects while ensuring safety, quality, and regulatory obligations are met.