Senior Electrical Engineer

Metso Corporation; Perth; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working possibilities

Extensive learning opportunities

Job summary

Metso Corporation is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join the Engineering team in West Perth, WA, focusing on electrical design for GBPS equipment across various mineral processing applications. The role emphasizes leadership, mentoring, and cross-functional collaboration on fast-paced projects.

The successful candidate will have 7+ years of experience in mining/equipment design, strong PLC and control system exposure, and a track record of delivering high-quality electrical solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Electrical/Electronic/Instrumentation Engineering.
• 7+ years experience in mining/equipment design or similar.
• Experience with VVVF drives, motor sizing, and cable sizing.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering design and development with strong electrical engineering principles.
• Mentor and coach engineers across projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Prepare engineering designs and specifications for equipment or services upgrades or retrofits.
• Troubleshoot electrical power and control systems.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Mentoring

Electrical engineering

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical/Electronic/Instrumentation Engineering

Tools

SAP

Electrical design software

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Senior Electrical Engineer

Primary Location: West Perth, WA, AU

Our world depends on rocks, minerals, metals and other raw materials – the building blocks of modern society. As an industry leader, Metso helps transform these essential materials to enable sustainable modern life.

Our solutions and services support everything from renewable energy and electrification to the infrastructure and digital economy shaping our future. Together, we help our customers meet growing demand while driving the industry toward a more sustainable use of the earth’s natural resources.

Join nearly 18,000 Metsonites worldwide, each bringing unique expertise and experience to positive change. At Metso, you’re supported by a growth culture built on safety, wellbeing, inclusion and collaboration.

This is your opportunity to make an impact and rise above the possible.

Job posting end date:09/24/2026

Only those with full working rights in Australia need apply

Who we are?

Metso is a frontrender 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.

Our Global Organisation strives on positive change to our World by offering sustainable solutions for their Mining equipment. Our people are highly motivated, self-automated and driven.

Our culture

Our values of high ambition-always, customer in centre, getting it done together and being open and honest guide our everyday decisions and way of working. They are the guiding principles we expect everyone to act accordingly, and we believe that by living our values we will build a common, thriving culture.

Introduction to the Role

The Senior Electrical Engineer position will be part of the Engineering team and technical support to the Metso Services group for the GBPS - Grinding, Bulk, Pyro, SM-HPGR business unit.

The position is responsible for the engineering and engineering support of the entire line of GBPS equipment.

The Senior Electrical Engineer reviews specifications and develops overall electrical design including wiring diagrams, logic diagrams, process & instrumentation diagrams, and component specifications for customer orders.

Activities also include PLC logic and programming support / co-ordination with Controls Engineer, motor controls, control panel design, field commissioning and troubleshooting, vendor testing, customer visits, Proposal and Sales support, equipment evaluation and selection, and support for cost estimation on new project proposals.

The successful incumbent will have the ability to work in a fast- paced environment, prioritise work on several projects simultaneously and present a positive, cooperative demeanour with customers and co-workers.

The Role Responsibilities

• Lead engineering design and development, including preparation of design and development specifications with a deep knowledge of electrical engineering principles, standards, and best practices.
• Provides clear technical direction to electrical engineers and designers.
• Capable of mentoring, coaching, and developing the engineering team.
• Ensures discipline excellence and technical integrity across projects.
• Effective at managing workload, resources, and priorities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including mechanical and controls engineers, project managers, and clients, to deliver successful projects.
• Play an integral role in the review and design process, ensuring high-quality engineering solutions, and contribute to the growth of business opportunities through innovative control system strategies.
• Prepare formal engineering designs and specifications for equipment or services to upgrade, refurbish or retrofit equipment.
• Prepare detailed specifications for the purchase of electrical equipment.
• Prepare project documents including single lines, wiring diagrams, logic diagrams, process & instrumentation diagrams, bill of materials etc.
• Review customer specifications and identify deviations and exceptions as required.
• Understand customer requirements and communicate requirements to stakeholders.
• Produce technically sound designs that meet the product requirements and address the end users use case needs.
• Ensure final design meets accepted specifications.
• Evaluate components and vendor partners for electrical equipment and services.
• Maintains awareness of current state-of-the-art technologies and trends in electrical engineering and automation and implement product improvement ideas to maintain a cost and technically competitive standard offerings.
• Troubleshoot electrical power and control systems.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external customers, reacting quickly to issues.

The successful candidate will possess the following:

Essential qualifications and experience:

• Bachelor of Engineering or technology in Electrical/Electronic\\Instrumentation Engineering or equivalent with a minimum experience of 7+ years.
• Strong leadership and project management capabilities with experience mentoring junior engineers.
• Design and engineering experience in engineering equipment for the Mining, Mineral process or similar to bulk material handling.
• Experience on VVVF Drive, motor sizing, cable sizing, equipment electrical layout, cable schedule preparation is mandatory.
• Experience using electrical engineering software.
• Working knowledge of SAP is desirable, Microsoft Office Products.
• Capability to make decisions independently while working as part of a team.
• Capability to work in structured manner even under pressure.
• Experience with configuring and troubleshooting industrial controls systems and industrial instrumentation.
• Experience in designing process automation for OEM equipment is a plus.
• Experience with commissioning automated equipment or systems is a plus.
• Experience with Low Voltage & Medium Voltage motors is a plus.
• Experience in project management is a plus.
• Experience with Functional Safety Systems is a plus.

Skills and Personal Attributes:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Must be able to function effectively both as a member of a team and as an individual contributor.
• Ability to complete assigned tasks in the time allotted with limited supervision.
• Highly motivated individual with the ability to work under stress and meet deadlines.
• Must be capable of effectively working on several projects at one time.
• Good organisational skills and ability to prioritise tasks in a fast-paced environment.

We understand that some highly capable candidates might hesitate to apply for a role unless they meet every listed qualification. If you're excited about this role, we encourage you (with full working rights in Australia) to apply even if you don't meet all the specified qualification/ requirements. You may be the right candidate for the role.

What's in it for you

• An inspiring purpose- Enabling sustainable modern life. Minerals and metals are the backbone of essential functions in the modern world. However, there's a pressing need for more sustainable solutions to collect and process them. At Metso, you get to be part of transforming the industry and making a positive change.
• Wellbeing and safety- Benefit from occupational healthcare, generous benefits plan, healthy living rewards, mental well-being services and engagement surveys.
• Compensation and rewards-Global incentive program tied to business and performance targets, car benefits, and meal benefits.
• Hybrid working possibilities- While we are big advocates of meeting and collaborating in person, we believe in fostering a flexible work environment.
• A thriving culture- We are committed to developing an inclusive culture that enables everyone to do their best and reach their full potential. A culture that is courageous, compelling, and caring, and unites our people to build a sustainable future together.
• Extensive learning opportunities- Ongoing growth dialogues, internal mobility, mentoring programs, education assistance, ambitious projects, and global opportunities.
• Worldwide support- Leverage our network of peers across the world, offering valuable assistance. We get things done together, through open and honest communication.

Get in touch

Metso is committed to pay equity and transparent reward practices globally. Compensation information is shared in line with local legislation and applicable recruitment practices.

Metso is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, nationality, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

Metso is a frontrender 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 service expertise. We are the partner for positive change.

Metso is headquartered in Espoo, Finland. At the end of 2025 Metso had close to 18,000 employees in around 50 countries, and sales in 2025 were about EUR 5.3 billion. Metso is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki.