Senior Field Engineer - Electrical & Instrumentation (Fifo)

Bechtel; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM in Newcastle, NSW, is expanding its Water Infrastructure Team to handle significant contracts across ANZ. You’ll be immersed in a strong, long‑term pipeline of work, involving complex, large‑scale projects across water and wastewater facilities.

You will contribute to electrical engineering works for pumping stations, water and wastewater treatment plants, ventilation, fire protection and HVAC systems, and deliver electrical design packages.

Responsibilities

• Electrical engineering works for pumping stations and water/wastewater facilities
• Contribute to the delivery of electrical design packages
• Technical lead for electrical systems design

Job description

Senior Electrical Engineer - Water Infrastructure

“Having worked over 20 years, in both consultancies and council, my experience working at AECOM has been refreshing and motivating” –Dominique Keirens, Technical Director – Water Gold Coast, QLD

Come grow with us.

Balancing the world’s need for safe, reliable water with protecting this critical natural resource for the future requires a deep understanding of interconnected systems.

We work with clients across the entire project life cycle — from initial planning studies through final construction and operations and maintenance services — on both traditional and alternative project‑delivery options (design‑build, public‑private partnerships and financing).

With a robust design and construction division, AECOM offers a unique perspective on designing projects that are fully constructible.

Everyone belongs at AECOM

We’re committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging - because great ideas come from diverse perspectives. AECOM is proud to be aFortune 500 Most Admired Company , aWGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality , #Work180 Equitable Workplace Awards 2025 Winner and anAWEI Bronze Tier LGBTQ+ Inclusive Employer .

Job Description

Due to significant contract awards within our Water business, we are expanding our Water Infrastructure Team in Newcastle.
By joining our team, you’ll be immersed in a strong, long‑term pipeline of work, handling complex, large‑scale and iconic projects across ANZ.

How you’ll make a difference

• You will be involved in electrical engineering works associated with pumping stations and equipment, water and wastewater treatment plants, ventilation, fire protection and HVAC systems
• Contribute to the delivery of electrical design packages
• From a technical perspective, you will be responsible for:
  • Electrical systems design