Senior Electrical Engineer

Equinox Engineering Ltd.; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful work

Collaborative culture

Career development

International exposure

Flexible environment

Job summary

Equinox Engineering Ltd. in Brisbane is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead electrical systems for oil & gas and energy projects.

You will provide technical leadership across multidisciplinary EPCM teams, delivering safe, reliable, and code-compliant designs from concept through execution. The ideal candidate has 8–12 years of electrical engineering experience, a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, and preferably CPEng eligibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (required).
• CPEng status with Engineers Australia, or eligibility to obtain registration (preferred).
• 8–12 years of electrical engineering experience in oil & gas, energy, or industrial projects.
• EPCM or consulting experience preferred.
• Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality engineering outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of electrical systems for oil & gas facilities, pipelines, compressor stations, and processing facilities.
• Prepare and review electrical design deliverables, including area classification, load lists, wiring diagrams, and data sheets.
• Perform and review electrical studies using ETAP, SKM, or equivalent software (short circuit, load flow, harmonic).
• Develop electrical design criteria and contribute to design basis memorandums and project plans.
• Review and approve vendor and subcontractor electrical designs and documentation.
• Mentor junior engineers and designers; participate in design reviews, HAZOPs, and coordination sessions.
• Coordinate with process, piping, mechanical, civil/structural, and instrumentation teams for integrated delivery.
• Support procurement, including MRQ/MRP development, bid evaluations, and drawing reviews.
• Provide field support during construction and commissioning; address RFIs and field issues.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

CPEng eligibility / Chartered Engineer (Australia)

Tools

ETAP

SKM

AutoCAD

Plant 3D

Navisworks

Excel

Job description

Equinox Engineering Ltd. is a leading Calgary-based EPCM firm delivering innovative facility design and engineering solutions across natural gas, conventional oil, heavy oil, and emerging energy sectors. We partner with top energy producers across Canada and internationally to design safe, reliable, and efficient facilities from early concept through execution and operation.

We are seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our Brisbane team who is ready to lead the design, development, and execution of electrical systems for oil & gas and energy projects. Working within multidisciplinary EPCM teams, you will provide technical leadership, oversee project deliverables, support procurement and construction activities, and ensure safe, reliable, and code-compliant electrical designs throughout all phases of project execution.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer who enjoys technical leadership, mentoring junior team members, and contributing to complex energy infrastructure projects across Australia and internationally.

Why Join Equinox?

• Meaningful work on high-impact oil and gas facilities, pipelines, and other major projects
• A people-focused culture that values technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Opportunity to develop and grow within multidisciplinary EPCM project teams
• Exposure to diverse facilities projects across Canada and international markets
• A flexible and supportive environment designed for long-term career development

What You’ll Do

As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you will be responsible for delivering safe, reliable, and code-compliant electrical systems. Your role will include:

Electrical Engineering & Technical Leadership

• Lead the design and development of electrical systems for oil & gas facilities, pipelines, compressor stations, and processing facilities
• Prepare and review key engineering deliverables, including:
  • Area classification drawings and reports
  • Electrical load lists
  • Wiring diagrams and schematics
  • Equipment specifications and data sheets
  • Perform and review electrical system studies using ETAP, SKM, or equivalent software, including:
    • Short circuit analysis
    • Load flow analysis
    • Harmonic analysis
  • Develop electrical design criteria and provide input into design basis memorandums, project execution plans, and scope documents
  • Review and approve vendor and subcontractor electrical designs and technical documentation
• Work closely with process, piping, mechanical, civil/structural, and instrumentation disciplines to ensure integrated project delivery
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior and intermediate electrical engineers and designers
• Participate in client meetings, design reviews, HAZOPs, model reviews, and multidisciplinary coordination sessions
• Communicate effectively with internal teams, clients, vendors, and stakeholders

Project Execution & Delivery

• Lead electrical engineering deliverables in accordance with project scope, schedule, budget, and quality requirements
• Prepare engineering man-hour estimates and support project planning and scheduling activities
• Support procurement activities including MRQ/MRP development, technical bid evaluations, vendor selection recommendations, and drawing reviews
• Review and verify discipline deliverables to ensure design consistency and compliance
• Lead the development of material take-offs (MTOs) and labor estimates

Construction & Field Support

• Provide engineering support during construction and commissioning phases
• Respond to RFIs, technical queries, and field issues
• Participate in site visits, inspections, and field engineering activities as required
• Ensure designs are practical, safe, and constructible

Safety, Quality & Compliance

• Follow engineering quality processes and lead verification and checking activities
• Ensure compliance with applicable Australian and international standards, client specifications, and regulatory requirements
• Promote safe design principles and support environmental, safety, and quality objectives throughout project execution

About You

You are an experienced electrical engineer who enjoys leading technical scopes, mentoring others, and delivering practical engineering solutions within multidisciplinary EPCM environments. You bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (required)
• Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) status with Engineers Australia, or eligibility to obtain registration (preferred)
• 8–12 years of electrical engineering experience within oil & gas, energy, or industrial projects
• EPCM or consulting experience preferred
• Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality engineering outcomes

Technical Foundation

• High, medium, and low voltage power distribution system design
• Protective relaying and electrical protection systems
• Motor control centres (MCCs) and motor control systems
• Area classification and hazardous area design principles
• Electrical equipment sizing and specification development
• PLC systems and electrical/instrumentation interfaces
• Experience with facilities projects, pipelines, compressor stations, gas processing facilities, and related infrastructure

Software Proficiency

• ETAP, SKM, or equivalent electrical system analysis software
• AutoCAD and related electrical design tools
• Working knowledge of Plant 3D and model review platforms such as Navisworks is considered an asset
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel and MS Office applications

Technical Knowledge

• Strong understanding of Australian and international electrical standards and codes, including AS/NZS, IEC, IEEE, and API standards where applicable
• Ability to coordinate effectively across multiple engineering disciplines
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving capabilities