Electrical Project Engineer – Onsite, Large-Scale Infra

Snowy Hydro Limited; New South Wales; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Snowy Hydro Limited is seeking an experienced Project Engineer (Electrical) to join the Snowy 2.0 Owners team. You will provide onsite engineering oversight and ensure electrical construction meets Employer’s Requirements and high standards.

The role is 100% on-site with a 14/7 FIFO roster and camp-style arrangements. You will coordinate design, safety studies, and construction documentation while reporting on site progress and KPI performance.

Qualifications

• Recognised tertiary degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Experience on large-scale, complex civil or infrastructure projects with EM installation knowledge.
• Delivery experience of complex infrastructure projects with multiple contract interfaces.
• Knowledge of construction and E&M installation is highly regarded.
• Ability to work autonomously, set priorities and communicate with stakeholders at all levels.
• Aligned with Snowy Hydro project delivery values.

Responsibilities

• Safety Leadership: Champion a culture of safety by implementing plans and modeling behaviours consistent with Snowy Values.
• Construction Oversight: Ensure contractor complies with design requirements, specifications, and the latest IFC drawings.
• Proactive Monitoring: Review contractor activities to detect performance deficiencies, discrepancies, or faults early.
• Technical Coordination: Review Safety in Design studies, risk assessments, and construction documentation.
• Reporting: Produce daily on-site reports on progress, including plant, equipment, KPIs, and resource management.
• Documentation Management: Maintain accurate ITP progress and NCR registers.

Skills

Safety leadership

On-site construction oversight

Stakeholder engagement

Autonomous work

Communication skills

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Job description

Snowy Hydro Limited is seeking an experienced Project Engineer (Electrical) to join the Snowy 2.0 Owners team. You will provide onsite engineering oversight and ensure electrical construction meets Employer’s Requirements and high standards.

The role is 100% on-site with a 14/7 FIFO roster and camp-style arrangements. You will coordinate design, safety studies, and construction documentation while reporting on site progress and KPI performance.