Project Engineer, Electrical

ACCIONA; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

SA Based Role or FIFO from Melbourne/S

Annual pay review and discretionary

Career Development, Strong Culture, …

Passionate about innovation and contin

Job summary

ACCIONA is undertaking the Eyre Peninsula Desalination Project in South Australia. As Project Engineer, you will develop detailed work packs, refine engineering deliverables, and optimise construction sequences to drive efficient project execution.

We are seeking an Electrical Engineer with a minimum of 6 years in construction and extensive electrical installation experience in process power plants, plus strong project management and stakeholder engagement abilities.

Qualifications

• Electrical engineering degree or equivalent.
• 6+ years experience in construction with electrical installation in process power plants.
• Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed construction methodologies and CMS ensuring constructability and safety.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to resolve technical challenges and balance objectives.
• Prepare and maintain execution plans, schedules, labour histograms and delivery strategies.
• Manage critical path activities, identify schedule risks, and implement mitigations.
• Direct construction engineering activities and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Engineering principles

Education

Electrical Engineering degree (or similar)

Job description

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing to our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges, including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.

• SA Based Role or FIFO from Melbourne/Sydney
• Annual pay review and discretionary bonus
• Career Development, Strong Culture, Inclusive and Support Environment
• Passionate about innovation and continuous improvement

ACCIONA Mechanical & Electrical is a specialist division within ACCIONA, delivering end-to-end mechanical and electrical design, construction, installation and commissioning services that support the transition to a low-carbon future. With a strong presence across Australia, we contribute to some of the nation's most impactful infrastructure projects - from renewable energy and transmission networks to sustainable transport systems and water infrastructure. Our work is grounded in ACCIONA's global commitment to sustainability, innovation, and social progress.

Project

ACCIONA is delivering the Eyre Peninsula Desalination Project at Billy Lights Point, near Port Lincoln, South Australia - a 5.3 gigalitre-per-year capacity reverse osmosis desalination plant for client SA Water, providing long-term, climate-independent drinking water security for around 35,000 SA Water customers.

The Position

This role is suited to an experienced engineer with strong technical capability in electrical systems and a practical understanding of construction delivery. As Project Engineer, you will play a key role in developing detailed work packs, refining engineering deliverables, firming up quantities, and optimising construction sequences and methodologies to drive efficient project execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Developed detailed construction methodologies and Construction Method Statements (CMS), ensuring constructability, safe work execution, temporary works compliance, and integration of innovative engineering and contractor solutions.
• Coordinated cross-functional engineering, construction, and commercial teams to resolve technical challenges, assess alternatives, and implement practical solutions that balanced project, operational, and business objectives.
• Prepared and maintained project execution plans, resource schedules, labour histograms, and delivery strategies, ensuring alignment with programme milestones, budget requirements, and client expectations.
• Managed critical path activities by proactively identifying schedule risks, analysing procurement and logistics constraints, implementing mitigation strategies, and monitoring project performance to minimise delays and maximise productivity.
• Directed construction engineering activities by ensuring approved methodologies were effectively implemented, maintaining compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements, and driving accountability across project teams.

Qualification and Competencies

• Electrical Engineering degree (or similar)
• Minimum 6 years’ experience in construction industry with extensive experience in electrical installation in process power plants
• Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills
• Knowledge of engineering project management principles

Benefits

• SA Based Role or FIFO from Melbourne/Sydney
• Annual pay review and discretionary bonus
• Career Development, Strong Culture, Inclusive and Support Environment
• Passionate about innovation and continuous improvement

Desired Skills and Experience

Electrcial Engineer, Minimum 4 years experience | Available to work in Port Lincoln | Site experience essential.