Electrical Project Engineer

Duratec Limited; Shire Of East Pilbara; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retail discounts (Flare)

Novated lease

Community service leave

Referral rewards

Job summary

Duratec Limited is seeking an Electrical Project Engineer to deliver electrical installation projects, including design coordination, procurement support, construction oversight, testing and commissioning. The role involves hands-on site work on bulk fuel/lubrication facilities with travel to the Pilbara from the Perth base.

The ideal candidate has a strong electrical engineering background in industrial installations, plus at least 3 years of site or project experience in mining or defence

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications Engineering, Construction Management or similar equivalent.
• Strong electrical engineering background in industrial or process‑type installations.
• Minimum 3 years site or project experience in the mining or defence industries supporting installation crews.
• Competent with cable schedules, LV systems, instrumentation, and controls.
• Experience delivering works end‑to‑end within a subcontractor team environment.
• Excellent communication and technical problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a project team.

Responsibilities

• Complete take-offs, build BOM’s and procure materials for the project
• Provide electrical engineering support during installation, testing, and commissioning
• Review electrical drawings, produce redlines, verify installation quality, and support ITP development
• Resolve electrical design and construction issues in the field
• Develop material take offs and manage and expedite the procurement of electrical packages, equipment, and materials
• Support integration with MCCs, control systems, and plant services
• Contribute to planning, scheduling, and progress reporting

Skills

Tertiary qualifications

Electrical engineering

Industrial installations

3+ years site experience

Cable schedules

Instrumentation and controls

End-to-end delivery

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Mining/defence industries

Education

Engineering, Construction Management

Job description

• Provide electrical engineering support for construct-only projects, including design coordination, procurement support, construction oversight, testing, commissioning, and site support as required.
• Electrical & Instrumentation industry experience desired
• Canning Vale office with site travel to the Pilbara

We are seeking an Electrical Project Engineer with hands‑on experience in industrial electrical installation to join our team delivering bulk fuel/lubrication facilities and installation projects.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys practical engineering, site problem‑solving, and working within a subcontractor environment.

This is a Perth‑based role, with travel to site in the Pilbara as required. Join a project where your technical expertise and practical approach will make a real difference.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete take-offs, build BOM’s and procure materials for the project
• Provide electrical engineering support during installation, testing, and commissioning
• Review electrical drawings, produce redlines, verify installation quality, and support ITP development
• Resolve electrical design and construction issues in the field
• Develop material take offs and manage and expedite the procurement of electrical packages, equipment, and materials
• Support integration with MCCs, control systems, and plant services
• Contribute to planning, scheduling, and progress reporting

ABOUT YOU

• Tertiary qualifications Engineering, Construction Management or similar equivalent
• Strong electrical engineering background in industrial or process‑type installations
• Minimum 3 years site or project experience in the mining or defence industries supporting installation crews
• Competent with cable schedules, LV systems, instrumentation, and controls
• Experience delivering works end‑to‑end within a subcontractor team environment
• Excellent communication and technical problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a project team

THE BENEFITS

• Access to everyday discounts from Australia’s leading retailers with Flare, including Telstra Mobile discount
• Novated lease options, through Flare and Paywise
• A day paid community service leave, to give back to your community
• Recognition and rewards, for employee referrals, photo of the month and safety innovation and leadership

Optional benefits to help you succeed

• Option to purchase up to two weeks of annual leave
• Superannuation support, through Cbus Super
• Salary sacrifice, to superannuation
• Training and study assistance, for career development and professional qualifications

Looking after your wellbeing

• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program, confidential advice line and information
• First Aid and Mental First Aid Support Officers available
• Paid parental leave
• Dynamic working, where are people are empowered to have more control over their working hours and locations, in line with the needs of the individual, team, project and client

ABOUT EIG - part of the Duratec Group

EIG delivers specialist electrical, fuel and fluid transfer solutions that keep Australia’s critical infrastructure operating safely, efficiently and sustainably.

We support clients across the energy, defence, industrial and resources sectors with end‑to‑end engineering, design and construction capability. Our work centres on solving complex challenges for our clients in hazardous environments. By integrating our expertise in electrical, fuel systems, design, commissioning and maintenance, we provide practical, reliable and compliant solutions that meet the highest industry standards. Whether we’re upgrading essential infrastructure, delivering turnkey project works or supporting long‑term asset performance, we focus on outcomes that enhance safety, efficiency and operational resilience.

We're committed to responsible practices across our operations, ensuring our projects are delivered with an emphasis on quality, environmental care and long‑term value. As part of the Duratec Limited Group, we collaborate with a broader network of engineering and construction specialists, strengthening our capability and offering clients a seamless delivery experience from planning through to execution. EIG is a growing, forward‑looking business built on technical excellence and a strong safety culture. We’re always looking for skilled and motivated people who want to contribute to essential infrastructure across Australia.

Our goal is to build a workplace culture that embraces diversity, inclusion and belonging. We encourage applications from people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQA+ communities, and people from all diverse backgrounds.