Senior Project Engineer, Electrical

Acciona S.A; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual pay review

Discretionary bonus

Career development

Inclusive and supportive environment

FIFO from Melbourne/Sydney

Job summary

ACCIONA Mechanical & Electrical is seeking a Senior Project Engineer in Australia to lead electrical system delivery on large infrastructure projects. The role focuses on developing CMS, refining engineering deliverables, and optimising construction sequences to drive efficient execution.

You will coordinate engineering, construction, and commercial teams, manage critical path activities, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements while driving value for clients and our sustainability

Qualifications

• Electrical engineering degree or equivalent is required.
• Minimum seven years in construction with extensive electrical installation experience in process power plants.
• Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Knowledge of engineering project management principles.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed CMS and construction methodologies ensuring safety and constructability.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to resolve technical challenges and balance objectives.
• Prepare execution plans, resource schedules, and delivery strategies aligned with milestones and budgets.
• Identify schedule risks and implement mitigation to minimise delays and maximise productivity.
• Direct construction engineering activities with regulatory compliance and accountability.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Engineering PM principles

Education

Electrical Engineering degree (or similar)

Job description

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet.

Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity?

Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.

Job Description Benefits SA Based Role or FIFO from Melbourne/Sydney Annual pay review and discretionary bonus Career Development, Strong Culture, Inclusive and Support Environment Passionate about innovation and continuous improvement

ACCIONA Mechanical & Electrical is a specialist division within ACCIONA, delivering end-to-end mechanical and electrical design, construction, installation and commissioning services that support the transition to a low-carbon future.

With a strong presence across Australia, we contribute to some of the nation's most impactful infrastructure projects - from renewable energy and transmission networks to sustainable transport systems and water infrastructure.

Our work is grounded in ACCIONA's global commitment to sustainability, innovation, and social progress.

The Position

This senior role is suited to an experienced engineer with strong technical capability in electrical systems and a practical understanding of construction delivery.

As Senior Project Engineer, you will play a key role in developing detailed work packs, refining engineering deliverables, firming up quantities, and optimising construction sequences and methodologies to drive efficient project execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Developed detailed construction methodologies and Construction Method Statements (CMS), ensuring constructability, safe work execution, temporary works compliance, and integration of innovative engineering and contractor solutions.
• Coordinated cross-functional engineering, construction, and commercial teams to resolve technical challenges, assess alternatives, and implement practical solutions that balanced project, operational, and business objectives.
• Prepared and maintained project execution plans, resource schedules, labour histograms, and delivery strategies, ensuring alignment with programme milestones, budget requirements, and client expectations.
• Managed critical path activities by proactively identifying schedule risks, analysing procurement and logistics constraints, implementing mitigation strategies, and monitoring project performance to minimise delays and maximise productivity.
• Directed construction engineering activities by ensuring approved methodologies were effectively implemented, maintaining compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements, and driving accountability across project teams.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Electrical Engineering degree (or similar)
• Minimum 7 years' experience in construction industry with extensive experience in electrical installation in process power plants
• Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills
• Knowledge of engineering project management principles

ACCIONA Mechanical & Electrical is growing, and we're excited about what's ahead.

If this particular role isn't the right fit for your skills and experience, but you have a background in transmission or substations, we'd still love to hear from you.

Reach out directly to Michelle Ackland at [e-mail] - we're always keen to connect with passionate professionals who share our vision for sustainable infrastructure.

ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in Australia, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies.

Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development.

ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity.

Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.