Electrical Engineer for Power

Trinzic; Alice Springs; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR in Alice Springs seeks an experienced Electrical Engineer for Power to lead operations and maintenance of critical power facilities onsite. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to ensure reliability, safety, and regulatory compliance across a 24x7 site.

The role requires travel between local facilities, coordination with clients, and proactive maintenance using CMMS/SCADA systems to support mission-critical operations at a remote location.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with adjudicated polygraph or Host Nation TS/PV clearance.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
• Experience with power distribution equipment and secure/mission-critical environments.

Responsibilities

• Direct the operations and maintenance of the site's conditioned power plant and related equipment.
• Manage Work Orders, resources, and interface with customer representatives.
• Enforce operating standards per contract, regulatory and environmental requirements.
• Coordinate activities to align with contract requirements and ensure plant reliability.
• Ensure continuous availability of critical infrastructure for 24x7 mission support.
• Evaluate facilities to guide upgrade prioritization for energy management and automation.
• Develop SOPs and Emergency Response Procedures; supervise teams effectively.

Skills

TS/SCI clearance

Leadership

Strong communication

Analytical mindset

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Professional Engineering (PE) license

Tools

CMMS

SCADA

BMS

Job description

Title:

Electrical Engineer for Power

At KBR, we deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 37,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 85 countries and operations in over 28 countries. KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results.

Trinzic is the future independent company to be created through the planned spin-off of KBR’s Mission Technology Solutions business, expected in January 2027. Our people work at the frontier of what is possible, delivering solutions in challenging environments and advancing some of the world’s highest-priority national security and space missions.

Backed by decades of mission success, deep expertise, and trusted partnerships, Trinzic will launch as a global organization with more than 18,000 employees supporting customers around the world. Join us at a defining moment and help shape the future of a company built to tackle complex challenges and make a meaningful impact.

Candidates who join KBR’s Mission Technology Solutions business before the spin-off will transition to Trinzic when the separation is complete and will not need to reapply for employment.

At KBR, we deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 37,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 85 countries and operations in over 28 countries. KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results.

Trinzic is the future independent company to be created through the planned spin-off of KBR’s Mission Technology Solutions business, expected in January 2027. Our people work at the frontier of what is possible, delivering solutions in challenging environments and advancing some of the world’s highest-priority national security and space missions.

Backed by decades of mission success, deep expertise, and trusted partnerships, Trinzic will launch as a global organization with more than 18,000 employees supporting customers around the world. Join us at a defining moment and help shape the future of a company built to tackle complex challenges and make a meaningful impact.

Candidates who join KBR’s Mission Technology Solutions business before the spin-off will transition to Trinzic when the separation is complete and will not need to reapply for employment.

Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!

KBR’s National Security Solutions team provides high‑end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country’s most critical role – protecting our national security.

Why Join Us?

• Innovative Projects: KBR’s work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.
• Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.
• Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.

Who YOU are

KBR is in search of a skilled Electrical Engineer for Power to lead our power generation facilities’ operations and maintenance. You will work with a team of specialists, focusing on operational effectiveness, maintenance, safety, and environmental compliance. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong communication skills, analytical acumen, an eye for detail, and a proven ability to make decisions and adhere to strict deadlines.

This is a 24x7 operation which requires provision of on‑call support. Your role transcends conventional limits, placing a premium on the solid availability of essential systems. It’s imperative that these systems remain operational without interruption. Your vigilant oversight and proactive maintenance strategies are the cornerstones of our commitment to delivering stellar customer service.

This role will be located in Alice Springs, Australia at a 4,400‑acre facility with approximately 687,000 square feet of mission and support space. The Electrical Engineer for Power will be expected to travel between our facilities in Alice Springs and the local area. This position is expected to be onsite 100%.

This is a contingent position based upon contract award.

What You Will Do

In the role of Electrical Engineer for Power, your duties will include:

• Direct the operations and maintenance of the site’s Conditioned Power Plant (CPP) Manager and all facility equipment supporting critical site operations
• Responsible for the management of Work Orders to include resource management and interfacing with customer representatives
• Formulating and enforcing operational and maintenance standards that support company objectives, contractual requirements and comply with US Government and Host Nation regulatory and environmental standards
• Orchestrating activities to align with the overarching contract requirements and to ensure smooth plant operations
• Guaranteeing the continuity of critical infrastructure operations, with a commitment to reliability for around‑the‑clock mission support
• Executing thorough evaluations of facilities to guide the prioritization of key upgrade projects and enhancements for energy management and automation
• Implementing work processes and leveraging data analysis to assist clients with achieving reliable equipment performance at cost‑effective rates
• Familiarity with deploying Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) for asset‑intensive operations
• Drafting comprehensive reports, business correspondence, and procedural manuals
• Communicating effectively with diverse teams, responding to questions, and solving a range of operational issues
• Applying corporate standards diligently and upholding strict adherence to environmental, health & safety, and regulatory requirements
• Keeping a close watch on contractual obligations and staying informed of any regulatory changes that impact facility operations

Physical Demands: This position entails various physical activities, including lifting, pushing, pulling, and maneuvering through diverse positions, and may require lifting objects up to 50 lbs.

Requirements

• Possess an active TS/SCI with adjudicated polygraph or Host Nation TS/PV clearance
• A degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university, and be a professionally licensed Electrical Engineer (PE)
• A minimum of seven (7) years of experience in medium and low voltage distribution; experience with high voltage distribution and frequency conversion equipment
• Experience working in secured/restricted areas, data centers, (power & cooling) performing configuration management activities, and knowledge of the Uptime Institute Tier configuration topologies
• Demonstrated knowledge, understanding, and experience with the concepts, design, and engineering of electrical power distribution from both power generation and public utility power to rack‑mounted equipment
• A thorough understanding of SCADA systems and Building Management Systems
• Experience working in 24x7x365 mission‑critical environments where continuous availability is essential and of the highest priority
• Ability to read construction design and equipment drawings.
• Knowledge of process improvement models (e.g LEAN/Six Sigma, ISO 9000)
• Experience in operations management for large physical plants including 4160KV, 480KV, RUPS (including large battery systems), diesel generators, chillers, cooling towers, VAV and volume air handlers, fuel storage systems and related equipment in support of a high‑reliability environment
• Experience developing Standard Operating Procedures and Emergency Response Procedures
• Knowledge in MEP concepts of operation, and electrical generation procedures
• Demonstrated supervisory experience with excellent organizational and leadership capabilities

Ready to Make a Difference?

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBRAt KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.