Electrical Design Engineer
Australia, Kewdale
Fulltime: 38 hrs a week
Experience: 4-6 Years
Conventional Energy
About this role
With a strong pipeline of projects in both renewable and conventional generation, our client are expanding their Electrical Engineering team in Perth and seeking motivated individuals who thrive in technically challenging, hands-on design environments. Working across the full project lifecycle-from concept through to commissioning-you'll contribute to the design, documentation, and coordination of electrical systems for our power stations and related infrastructure.
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Develop and produce detailed electrical schematics, single line diagrams (SLDs), comms blocks, bills of materials (BOMs), cable schedules, and switchboard/distribution layouts.
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Undertake and review electrical design calculations and reports, including cable sizing, protection coordination, earthing, arc flash, and lightning protection.
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Coordinate closely with engineers, project managers, and workshop/site teams to ensure designs are practical, safe, and buildable.
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Support the continuous improvement of design standards, templates, and CAD systems.
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Provide input into design reviews, equipment selection, and design integration across disciplines.
Is this you?
You'll bring a solid understanding of electrical systems and how they connect in real-world installations-whether that's from a trade background with design experience or as an engineer who's spent time on the tools or in the field.
To succeed in this role, you'll have:
- Experience in power generation, electrical distribution, or heavy industrial projects.
- Strong proficiency with AutoCAD or similar CAD software.
- Hands-on understanding of how systems are wired, installed, and commissioned.
- Experience preparing or reviewing calculations and reports in areas such as cable calcs, protection, earthing, lightning, and arc flash (experience with PowerCAD, ETAP, or similar highly regarded).
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to coordinate design outcomes with real-world construction requirements.
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in Electrical Engineering or a trade background with design experience.
What we offerÂ
- 12 Month fixed term casual contract
- Be part of a dynamic and growing business supporting Australia's energy transition.
- Salary sacrificing
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Corporate discounts
About Brunel:
Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.
Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 50 years of successful operation.
Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.
Do you have questions?
If you have any questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact Darren Leavey