Requisition ID: 100128
Job Category: Engineering
Location: Perth, Western Australia, Australia
Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally.
Our Project Delivery Group (PDG) is a dynamic team of professionals passionately committed to world-class project delivery across the globe. With expertise in sustainable studies, asset building and operations, and industry-leading efficiencies, our best-in-class team leverages methodologies, governance and systems that are unparalleled in the engineering space. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.
We’re seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our Project Delivery Group (PDG), supporting the delivery of complex projects across the metals, mining, infrastructure, and energy sectors. This role will have a strong focus on electrical power systems and power system modelling, providing critical technical expertise across all project phases from early-stage studies through to detailed design, construction, and commissioning. Working as part of a collaborative multi-disciplinary team, you will lead the development of electrical engineering solutions, undertake advanced power system analysis, and provide technical direction on the design, operation, and optimisation of electrical networks. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, mentoring others, and delivering practical, high-quality outcomes for clients.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead the successful delivery of electrical engineering scopes across studies, detailed design, and execution phases.
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Provide technical leadership and foster a high-performing team environment focused on achieving positive project outcomes.
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Undertake and review electrical studies including load flow, short circuit, arc flash, protection coordination, earthing, and lightning protection using software such as ETAP and SKM PTW.
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Develop electrical engineering designs, calculations, specifications, reports, and associated project deliverables.
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Contribute to project capital cost estimates, schedules, and execution planning.
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Provide electrical engineering input and coordination within multi-disciplinary project teams.
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Support construction and commissioning activities through technical guidance and site-based assistance.
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Mentor and develop junior engineers while maintaining high engineering and quality standards.
About You
You will hold a degree in Electrical Engineering and possess significant industry experience, ideally aligned with Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) status. You have a strong background in electrical power systems, including power system modelling and analysis within industrial, mining, energy, or infrastructure environments. You will be experienced in undertaking and reviewing studies such as load flow, fault level, protection coordination, arc flash, earthing, and network performance assessments, with proficiency in tools such as ETAP and/or SKM PTW. You maintain a thorough understanding of relevant industry codes, standards, and regulatory requirements, ensuring all designs are compliant and fit for purpose. Your ability to build effective relationships with clients and project teams, combined with strong communication skills and a proactive approach to safety, will enable you to be successful in this role. Experience supporting construction activities within operational facilities and mentoring developing engineers will be highly regarded.
Why join us?
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Work with great people to make a difference
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Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
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Top employer
What we offer you?
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Global project exposure across complex, impactful industries
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Strong focus on career growth, learning and mentorship
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Collaborative, values-driven culture focused on innovation and excellence
Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.
Hatch holds an innovate reconciliation action plan and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Straight islanders to apply. As an accredited Employer of Choice for Gender Equality (WGEA) and Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to fostering a workforce in each of our locations that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate. Within Australia, this includes supporting and encouraging a collaborative workplace and a comprehensive benefit offering. If you have any special needs requirements, please discuss with us and we will do our utmost to accommodate your request. We are managing this recruitment process directly and are not accepting unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies.
