Senior Electrical Engineer

WSP in Australia; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Career development pathways

Access to global expertise

Job summary

WSP in Australia is seeking a Senior Technical Engineer to lead the design and delivery of electrical systems for major mining and infrastructure projects. You will work across all stages, overseeing project delivery and mentoring junior engineers.

The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience, strong stakeholder management skills, and a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering. This position offers flexible working arrangements and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 7+ years' professional experience, ideally in mining, heavy industry, or large infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrated experience leading project delivery from design through to commissioning.
• Strong understanding of reliability, asset management, and operational requirements in project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, review, and integration of electrical distribution and control systems.
• Provide expertise across power, automation, and site services infrastructure.
• Oversee project delivery from design through to commissioning.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality project outcomes.

Skills

Leadership in electrical systems design

Stakeholder management

Client engagement

Mentoring junior engineers

Knowledge of safety standards

Education

Bachelor Degree in Engineering, Electrical

Job description

At WSP you’ll find the scale and reach you need to do the kind of work the world needs – and the culture and people that make it the best work of your life.

This is a senior technical engineering role where you’ll provide leadership in the design and delivery of electrical systems for major mining and infrastructure projects. You’ll work across all stages of the project lifecycle, from concept and design through to site support, while mentoring junior engineers and engaging directly with clients.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the design, review, and integration of electrical distribution and control systems.
• Provide expertise across power, automation, and site services infrastructure.
• Oversee project delivery from design through to commissioning.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, regulations, and client requirements.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality project outcomes.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, supporting their professional growth.
• Engage with clients, contractors, and suppliers to achieve successful delivery.

About You

• Bachelor Degree in Engineering, Electrical.
• 7+ years' professional experience, ideally in mining, heavy industry, or large infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrated experience leading project delivery from design through to commissioning.
• Strong understanding of reliability, asset management, and operational requirements in project delivery and consulting environments.
• Excellent client-facing and stakeholder management skills.

Why WSP?

• Join a collaborative, high-performing Engineering team with deep technical capability.
• Work on diverse projects across commodities and mining methods.
• Flexible working arrangements and supportive leadership.
• Access to global expertise through WSP’s international mining network.
• Career development pathways, mentoring, and professional growth opportunities.
• Be part of a business committed to sustainability, innovation, and shaping the mining industry of the future.