Senior Electrical Engineer

Chandler Macleod ·www.chandlermacleod.com

Location Fremantle, Western Australia, Australia
Salary AUD 100 / hour
Type Full time
Level Senior
Source Shazamme
Engineering
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Senior Electrical Engineer – Major Infrastructure Project

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer to play a key role in a major redevelopment project at a bulk terminal facility. This is a high-impact opportunity to represent the client across critical electrical, instrumentation, and control system design activities on a large-scale industrial project.

About the Role
In this position, you will act as the client’s representative throughout the design phase, ensuring high-quality outcomes across electrical, instrumentation, and control disciplines. You’ll work closely with internal stakeholders and external designers to monitor progress, resolve technical challenges, and maintain alignment with project requirements.

Key responsibilities include:
  • Overseeing and monitoring design development by external consultants
  • Identifying and resolving technical and design issues
  • Liaising with project stakeholders and internal teams
  • Reviewing technical documentation and providing expert feedback
  • Responding to technical queries and ensuring compliance with standards
  • Supporting the Major Projects team in coordinating and tracking design deliverables

About You


You are a highly capable electrical engineering professional with strong experience in industrial or mining project environments. You bring both technical expertise and the ability to communicate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.

Essential qualifications and experience:
  • Degree in Electrical Engineering
  • Minimum 8 years’ experience delivering mining and/or industrial projects
  • Strong background in design, construction, and maintenance of HV/LV electrical assets
  • Proven ability to assess electrical systems and provide practical recommendations
  • Experience preparing technical specifications and reports
  • Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills
  • Solid understanding of statutory requirements and national standards
Highly regarded:
  • Owner’s Engineer experience
  • Chartered Engineer status (or eligibility)
Desirable Skills & Experience
  • Knowledge of port operations and electrical infrastructure
  • Experience working in hazardous areas
  • Familiarity with Western Power Technical Rules and embedded networks
  • Protection grading and substation earthing systems expertise
  • Experience with PLC (Rockwell), SCADA, and communications systems
  • Understanding of renewable energy systems
  • Exposure to CCTV and access/security systems
Why Join?

This is an opportunity to contribute to a major infrastructure redevelopment project, working alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative and technically challenging environment. You’ll have the chance to influence key design outcomes and make a tangible impact on a significant industrial asset.

At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.

You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.

Frequently asked questions

Who is hiring for the Senior Electrical Engineer role?
Chandler Macleod is hiring for the Senior Electrical Engineer position, a Shazamme client. Apply directly on the employer's career site.
Where is the Senior Electrical Engineer job located?
The Senior Electrical Engineer role with Chandler Macleod is based in Fremantle, WA, AU.
What does the Senior Electrical Engineer role pay?
Chandler Macleod lists the Senior Electrical Engineer role at up to AUD 100 per hour.
Is the Senior Electrical Engineer role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Chandler Macleod.
What experience level is the Senior Electrical Engineer role?
The Senior Electrical Engineer position is aimed at senior-level candidates.
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