Senior Electrical Engineer

Webuild Group; Perth; Hybrid; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

Paid parental leave

Flexible and remote work options

Ongoing learning and development

Excellent end of trip facilities

Health and well-being programs

Job summary

Webuild S.p.A. Clough in Perth, Australia, invites applications for a Senior Electrical Engineer with extensive Detailed Design experience to support Oil & Gas projects.

Reporting to the Chief Electrical Engineer, you will provide electrical design support and ensure robust technical outcomes within the inhouse engineering team. You will lead design reviews, maintain design responsibility, and liaise with clients, vendors, and other disciplines to deliver safe, compliant, and efficient

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Detailed Design for energy, mining and/or utilities sectors.
• Proven senior-level experience with responsible design and reviews.
• Exposure to EPC lump-sum and reimbursable projects.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining design responsibility.
• Reviewing and approving the work from other engineers.
• Liaising with other disciplines and with the Client and their engineering personnel.
• Liaising with Vendors and with other project functions.

Skills

HV Distribution and Switchboard design

LV Switchgear/MCC design

Transformer sizing and specification

Electrical drives and motors

Hazardous area knowledge

Liaising and cross-disciplinary work

Education

Tertiary qualifications in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Senior Electrical Engineer

Date: 30 Oct 2026 Location: Perth, Australia Company: Webuild S.p.A. Clough currently has an opportunity for highly motivated Senior Electrical Engineer with an extensive background in Detailed Design to join the Perth Inhouse Engineering team. Reporting to the Chief Electrical Engineer, this role is required to provide electrical engineering design support to Oil & Gas projects.

Who we are

Webuild in Australia is comprised of Webuild, Clough and e2o. Together, we are a pioneering project delivery company. We harness innovative engineering and construction solutions to improve peoples' lives today and tomorrow. We deliver large, complex projects for the infrastructure, energy, and resources industries, underpinned by a dedication to innovation, sustainability and getting the job done safely and efficiently. Our business is built on a foundation of strong values, earning us a respected reputation as an employer of a diverse and talented workforce who share in our passion for projects. We are committed to providing our people with opportunities to learn, grow and thrive. By investing in their careers, we are not only supporting the growth of the engineering and construction industries, but ensuing Australia is well-positioned to deliver the nation-building projects that will enable a more sustainable future.

Who you are

Innovative. Curious. Passionate. Creative. These are just a few words that describe you. Your focus will include:

• Maintaining design responsibility
• Reviewing and approving the work from other engineers
• Liaising with other disciplines
• Liaising with the Client and their engineering personnel
• Liaising with Vendors
• Liaising with other project functions

You will have knowledge in the following essential areas

• HV Distribution and Switchboard design for power generation and power distribution systems on facilities
• LV Switchgear/MCC design for power distribution systems
• Transformer sizing, selection and specification for power distribution systems
• LV electrical motors and Electrical drives
• Packaged equipment
• Earthing and lightning protection design
• Lighting design
• Classification of hazardous areas and design/selection of equipment for hazardous area use

What you will bring to the team

• Proven experience in a Senior role within the energy, mining and or utilities market sectors.
• Extensive experience in Detailed Design
• Exposure to EPC type lump sum and reimbursable projects
• Your ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team will ensure your success in this role
• Tertiary qualifications in Electrical Engineering
• Hazardous area knowledge and competency is preferred

Clough's people enjoy

• A competitive remuneration package
• Industry leading paid parental leave program from the day you join
• Flexible and remote work options to manage work and lifestyle commitments
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities (through Engineers Australia, AIM Training, LinkedIn Learning and more)
• Excellent end of trip facilities and free gym onsite
• Numerous mental health and well-being programs
• Special offers on private health insurance, salary packaging, banking, retail and more
• Exposure to a range of iconic projects and industries
• Salary continuance insurance (criteria applies)

We're building a diverse workforce

We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities in which we work and live, fostering an inclusive environment that accepts every person, embraces their strengths and differences, and provides opportunities for all to achieve their full potential. We are a certified Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency, a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women, a signatory of the Veterans' Employment Commitment, a partner of Pride in Diversity as LGBTQIA+ allies, and an active member of CEOs for Gender Equity. Guided by our Reconciliation Action Plan, we are committed to providing meaningful training and employment opportunities to deliver positive outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. As an employer of choice, we strongly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including women, veterans, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, and candidates with culturally diverse backgrounds.

The employment relationship will be governed by Australia or New Zealand Employment Law. #LI-DW1