Power Projects Engineering Manager – WA

Apa Group; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Parental leave

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

APA Group in Perth, WA is seeking an Engineering Manager – Power to join our Infrastructure Engineering team on a permanent full-time basis. Lead engineering activities across a diverse portfolio of power projects, ensuring practical, safe and cost-effective technical solutions aligned with APA’s objectives and customer needs.

You will mentor and develop others, collaborate with project teams, and guide technical input from feasibility through commissioning, supporting robust decision-making and

Qualifications

• Tertiary engineering degree with eligibility for Engineers Australia or equivalent.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary engineering activities on complex infrastructure or energy projects.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills, balancing risk, cost and timelines.
• Understanding of Australian and international standards and EH&S laws.
• CPEng, RPEQ, or eligibility to obtain registration within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Lead early-stage input for project development, including site selection and technology evaluations for power projects.
• Provide engineering leadership through FEED to detailed design, construction support and commissioning.
• Collaborate with commercial teams to support design, equipment selection and contract outcomes.
• Coordinate with consultants, OEMs, vendors and contractors across complex projects.
• Prepare and review engineering documents, specs, datasheets, reports and drawings.
• Support business cases and vendor evaluations with technical insights.

Skills

Engineering leadership

Power systems

Project governance

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

APA Group in Perth, WA is seeking an Engineering Manager – Power to join our Infrastructure Engineering team on a permanent full-time basis. Lead engineering activities across a diverse portfolio of power projects, ensuring practical, safe and cost-effective technical solutions aligned with APA’s objectives and customer needs.

You will mentor and develop others, collaborate with project teams, and guide technical input from feasibility through commissioning, supporting robust decision-making and