Senior Electrical Designer

Metso Australia Pty Ltd; Perth; On-site; AUD 111,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

Metso Australia Pty Ltd is seeking a Senior Electrical Designer to lead electrical design for mining and mineral processing projects in WA and internationally. The role requires deep expertise in MicroStation or AutoCAD, with the ability to deliver detailed electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, and wiring diagrams while guiding a multi-disciplinary team.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in electrical design, strong standards knowledge, and a track record on large-scale projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8+ years of experience in electrical design for mining or similar heavy industries.
• Advanced proficiency in MicroStation or AutoCAD and related design software.
• Experience creating electrical schematics, one-line diagrams and wiring diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design on mining projects, ensuring quality, cost-effectiveness and timely delivery.
• Develop and review electrical layouts, schematics, and general arrangements.
• Coordinate with engineers and contractors for seamless system integration.
• Mentor junior staff and resolve technical design issues.
• Prepare design documentation for clients and regulators.

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Job description

Company Overview:

We are a leading global provider of engineering solutions for the mining and mineral processing industries, specializing in delivering innovative, high-quality projects. Our reputation is built on our commitment to excellence, safety, and sustainability. With a diverse range of projects across WA and international sites, we are looking for a talented Senior Electrical Designer to join our team.

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Designer with expertise in MicroStation or AutoCAD to support and lead design activities for our mining and mineral processing projects both in Western Australia and internationally. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical design, a proven track record in project delivery, and the ability to collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams. This will be a 6-12 month contract.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead electrical design efforts on mining and mineral processing projects, ensuring quality, cost-effectiveness, and timely delivery.

Utilize MicroStation or AutoCAD for detailed electrical design, drafting, and documentation, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and client specifications.

Develop and review electrical layouts, schematics, termination diagrams, single line diagrams, general arrangements, and wiring diagrams for power distribution, control systems, lighting, and instrumentation.

Coordinate with project engineers, contractors, and other design disciplines to ensure seamless integration of electrical systems.

Provide technical expertise and mentorship to junior design staff, ensuring high standards of design quality and safety.

Manage and resolve technical design issues, ensuring the successful execution of projects.

Prepare design documentation for submission to clients, regulatory bodies, and contractors.

Contribute to the development of proposals, including scope, budget, and timelines.

Occasional travel to national project sites to support on-the-ground design and project execution.

Skills & Qualifications:

Minimum 8+ years of experience in electrical design, preferably in mining, mineral processing, or similar heavy industries.

Advanced proficiency in MicroStation or AutoCAD and other relevant design software

Extensive experience in creating and reviewing electrical design documentation, including schematics, termination diagrams, single line diagrams, general arrangements, and wiring diagrams.

Strong knowledge of electrical systems, including power distribution, lighting, control systems, and instrumentation.

Experience in preparing electrical designs for large-scale mining and mineral processing projects.

Sound understanding of electrical engineering codes, standards, and regulations.

Proven ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team environment and communicate effectively with stakeholders.

Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to project challenges.

Ability to travel to national and international project sites as required.

Relevant qualifications in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline (Degree or Diploma).

Previous experience with international projects.

Experience working in remote or regional locations.

Familiarity with electrical design for hazardous environments.

Experience in both MicroStation and AutoCAD software packages.

Familiarity with BHP, Rio Tinto, Roy Hill and FMG systems and procedures.

Why Join Us?

Opportunity to work on exciting and challenging national and international projects in the mining and mineral processing sector.

Competitive rates and benefits package.

Collaborative and dynamic work environment with opportunities for career growth and development.

Supportive team culture with a focus on safety, innovation, and excellence.

Metso is a frontrunner in sustainable technologies, end-to-end solutions and services for the aggregates, minerals processing and metals refining industries globally. We improve our customers energy and water efficiency, increase their productivity, and reduce environmental risks with our product and process expertise.

Metso is a frontrunner in sustainable technologies, end-to-end solutions and services for the aggregates, minerals processing and metals refining industries globally. We improve our customers energy and water efficiency, increase their productivity, and reduce environmental risks with our product and process expertise.