Electrical Engineer - Building Services

WSP in Australia; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in Australia is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our Building Services team in Adelaide. The role focuses on electrical design and engineering support across diverse building projects, from concept through detailed design and delivery.

You will work with experienced engineers and multidisciplinary teams, taking ownership of design packages and coordinating with clients and other disciplines while developing technical and project management capabilities in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a relevant engineering discipline.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working with multidisciplinary project teams.

Responsibilities

• Undertake electrical design and documentation for building services projects across a range of sectors.
• Prepare calculations, specifications, reports, drawings and other technical documentation.
• Design and coordinate electrical systems including power distribution, lighting, communications and related building services.
• Liaise with clients, architects, contractors and other project stakeholders.
• Assist with site inspections, design reviews and construction-phase technical support.
• Apply relevant Australian Standards, NCC requirements and WSP design and quality processes.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Project management

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

About The Role

As an Electrical Engineer within our Building Services team, you will provide electrical design and engineering support across a diverse range of building projects.

Job Description

Electrical Engineer – Building Services

Location: Adelaide, SA

About The Role

As an Electrical Engineer within our Building Services team, you will provide electrical design and engineering support across a diverse range of building projects.

Working alongside experienced engineers and multidisciplinary teams, you’ll contribute to projects from concept through to detailed design and delivery. You’ll have the opportunity to take ownership of electrical design packages, coordinate with clients and other disciplines, and continue developing your technical and project management capabilities.

This is an excellent opportunity for an intermediate-level engineer looking to broaden their project exposure and take the next step in their career within a supportive and collaborative environment.

About The Team

Our Adelaide Building Services team is part of WSP’s national Property and Buildings business, bringing together specialists across multiple engineering disciplines.

You’ll work on a diverse portfolio of projects across sectors such as Defence, Health, Education, Commercial, Government, Aviation, Transport and Infrastructure, providing exposure to technically challenging and multidisciplinary projects.

You’ll join a collaborative team where you can learn from experienced engineers while being given increasing responsibility and ownership as your capabilities develop.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake electrical design and documentation for building services projects across a range of sectors.
• Deliver electrical engineering solutions from concept and schematic design through to detailed design and construction.
• Prepare calculations, specifications, reports, drawings and other technical documentation.
• Design and coordinate electrical systems including power distribution, lighting, communications and associated building services systems.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary project teams to ensure coordinated and practical design outcomes.
• Support the delivery of multiple projects while managing priorities, quality and deadlines.
• Liaise with clients, architects, contractors and other project stakeholders.
• Assist with site inspections, design reviews and construction-phase technical support.
• Apply relevant Australian Standards, NCC requirements and WSP design and quality processes.
• Continue developing your technical, client-facing and project management capabilities with support from senior team members.

Key Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a relevant engineering discipline.
• 3–7 years’ experience in electrical engineering, ideally within the Australian building services consulting environment.
• Experience delivering electrical building services designs across commercial, health, defence, education, infrastructure or similar sectors.
• Good understanding of electrical services including power distribution, lighting and associated building systems.
• Working knowledge of relevant Australian Standards and Codes, including AS/NZS 3000 and the NCC.
• Experience working within multidisciplinary project teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple project priorities and deliver high-quality work within agreed timeframes.
• A proactive approach with a willingness to continue developing your technical and project delivery skills.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 83,000 employees working together to make a difference in communities close to home and around the world.

An employee Share Purchase Plan is available to permanent employees who wish to become owners and vested partners in WSP’s collective success.