Lead Electrical Engineer

Hatch; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Long term career development

Think globally, work locally

Job summary

Hatch in Perth, Western Australia, is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer to join our Advisory team. You will own electrical engineering deliverables across studies, detailed design and project execution within metals, energy, and infrastructure sectors, guiding multidisciplinary teams and ensuring safe, high-quality solutions for clients.

The role emphasizes technical leadership, mentorship, and adherence to Australian and international standards, contributing to successful project handovers and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Experience leading electrical engineering deliverables.
• Ability to mentor engineers and work within multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical engineering scope across studies, detailed design and project execution.
• Prepare and review electrical designs, specifications, reports and documentation.
• Provide technical leadership and discipline expertise within project teams.
• Support development of capital cost estimates, schedules and project plans.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant standards and Hatch procedures.
• Provide technical support during procurement, construction and commissioning.
• Mentor engineers and foster knowledge sharing within the team.
• Apply QA/QC processes to deliver safe, high-quality outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Technical leadership

Project management

QA/QC

Mentoring

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Requisition ID: 102695

Job Category: Engineering

Location: Perth, Western Australia, Australia

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining , energy , and infrastructure , our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

Our Advisory team combines technical, social, environmental, and business expertise to deliver evidence-based solutions. We help clients unlock the full potential of their assets and organizations to achieve real results faster.

Hatch is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer to join our team. As part of a globally connected team, you will play a key role in delivering innovative and complex projects across the metals, energy, and infrastructure sectors. Working alongside multidisciplinary teams, you will provide technical leadership and contribute to the successful delivery of projects from concept through to commissioning. This is an opportunity for an experienced engineer who enjoys combining technical excellence with leadership. You will take ownership of electrical engineering deliverables, guide project teams, mentor engineers, and help deliver safe, practical, and high-quality solutions for our clients.

In This Role, You Will

• Lead the electrical engineering scope across studies, detailed design, and project execution phases.
• Prepare and review electrical engineering designs, specifications, reports, and technical documentation.
• Provide technical leadership and discipline expertise within multidisciplinary project teams.
• Support the development of capital cost estimates, engineering schedules, and project plans.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant Australian and international standards, regulations, and Hatch procedures.
• Provide technical support during procurement, construction, commissioning, and project handover activities.
• Mentor and develop engineers, fostering knowledge sharing and continuous improvement within the team.
• Apply robust QA/QC processes to ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality engineering outcomes.

About You

You will hold a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and have significant experience delivering electrical engineering solutions within consulting, engineering, mining, energy, or infrastructure environments. You have experience leading project teams and managing electrical engineering deliverables across the project lifecycle. Ideally, your experience will be commensurate with CPEng status, and you possess a strong understanding of relevant industry standards, regulatory requirements, and engineering best practices. You are a collaborative communicator who can build effective relationships with clients and project stakeholders, and you demonstrate a strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Why join us?

• Work with great people to make a difference
• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
• Top employer

What we offer you?

• Flexible work environment
• Long term career development
• Think globally, work locally

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation.

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.