Procurement Engineer - Electrical

UGL; Sydney; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

UGL is seeking a Procurement Engineer - Electrical in Sydney to lead procurement for electrical packages, align materials with project schedules, and support major energy projects with engineering and supply chain teams.

The role requires an electrical engineering degree, experience in engineering procurement, and strong negotiation skills to drive cost-effective outcomes and ensure timely delivery of equipment and services.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• Experience in procurement within engineering, construction, utilities, or energy projects.
• Knowledge of electrical equipment procurement including switchgear, transformers, cables, and plant.
• Strong commercial, stakeholder management and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement of electrical equipment and materials in line with project requirements and schedules.
• Coordinate supplier engagement, tendering, evaluation, and contract award activities.
• Collaborate with engineering, project, and supply chain teams to deliver procurement outcomes.
• Monitor supplier performance, delivery schedules, and project risks.
• Maintain procurement documentation and support quality and compliance requirements.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Commercial awareness

Electrical procurement knowledge

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Related discipline

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Procurement systems

Job description

Power Australia's energy future with UGL. Help bring major energy projects to life by procuring the critical electrical equipment that keeps Australia connected.

About UGL

UGL is a trusted name in engineering, construction, and maintenance services, partnering with leading global companies, government agencies, and private enterprises. As one of Australia's leading EPCM organisations, we deliver end-to-end solutions across diverse industries.
Our Energy & Industrial business is experiencing significant growth, supported by a strong pipeline of major projects across renewables, utilities, power generation, and industrial sectors. From solar, wind, battery energy storage, and transmission infrastructure projects, we're helping shape Australia's energy transition.
Join us and become part of a team delivering complex, large-scale infrastructure projects that create a sustainable future.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Procurement Engineer - Electrical to join our Sydney-based team.
In this role, you will be responsible for managing procurement activities across a range of electrical packages, ensuring materials and equipment are sourced, delivered, and managed in line with project schedules, technical requirements, and commercial objectives. Working closely with engineering, project delivery, and supply chain teams, you'll play a key role in supporting the successful execution of major energy and infrastructure projects.

Your Responsibilities

Manage procurement of electrical equipment and materials in line with project requirements and schedules.

Coordinate supplier engagement, tendering, evaluation, and contract award activities.

Collaborate with engineering, project, and supply chain teams to deliver procurement outcomes.

Monitor supplier performance, delivery schedules, and project risks.

Maintain procurement documentation and support quality and compliance requirements.

Your Skills & Experience

Degree qualification in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.

Experience in procurement within engineering, construction, utilities, or energy projects.

Knowledge of electrical equipment procurement, including switchgear, transformers, cables, and associated plant.

Strong commercial, stakeholder management, and negotiation skills.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and procurement systems; SAP experience advantageous.

What We Offer

At UGL, you'll be part of a collaborative team delivering some of Australia's most significant energy and infrastructure projects. We are committed to supporting your professional growth through challenging work, ongoing development, and long-term career opportunities within UGL and the broader CIMIC Group.
Benefits include:

Career development opportunities across UGL and the CIMIC Group

Flexible working arrangements

Discounted private health insurance

Salary continuance insurance

Salary sacrifice and novated leasing options

Paid parental leave

Strong safety culture and wellbeing programs

Ongoing training, development, and career pathways

:Australia-NSW-Sydney CBD, Inner West, Eastern Suburbs