Our Client: A global professional services firm specializing in engineering and design

Contract Type: Casual

Duration: 12 months (subject to extension)

Location: Perth-based with occasional site travel

Summary

Our client is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer to support and lead the delivery of multiple sustaining capital projects. This role is responsible for providing technical leadership in electrical engineering design, managing project deliverables, and mentoring team members, while ensuring high standards of quality, safety, and client satisfaction. The projects are the blend of mining and utilities project

Your Key Responsibilities

Lead the electrical design for projects across all phases, from concept through detailed design and construction support
Prepare and review electrical design calculations, drawings, specifications, and technical reports
Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and project requirements
Coordinate closely with multi-disciplinary teams including mechanical, civil, and structural engineers
Act as the primary electrical point of contact for clients, contractors, and stakeholders
Support project management activities, including budgeting, scheduling, and resource planning
Conduct site visits, inspections, and commissioning support where required
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and designers
Participate in proposal preparation, project planning, and business development activities
Maintain a strong focus on quality assurance, risk management, and HSE compliance

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering
Minimum 10+ years of relevant experience, preferably in an engineering consultancy environment
Demonstrated experience leading electrical design on medium to large-scale projects
Professional Engineer / Chartered Engineer status (or working towards) preferred
Strong knowledge of power distribution, lighting, grounding, and building services systems

Experience with design tools such as AutoCAD, Revit, ETAP, or similar
Familiarity with international and local electrical codes and standards
Experience working in a multi-disciplinary design environment

About Airswift

Airswift is an international workforce solutions provider within the energy, process and infrastructure industries. Airswift serves as a strategic partner to our clients, offering a turnkey workforce solution to capture and deliver the top talent needed to complete successful projects by aligning with the unique needs of our clients.

With over 1000 employees and 9,000+ contractors operating in over 130 countries, our geographical reach and pool of talent available is unmatched in the industry and the level of experience, exposure and expertise that the organization has is unparalleled.

Only candidates with the right to work in Australia will be considered. (Australia Citizen, PR Holder, or Valid Australia working VISA)

If you would like to be considered for the position, please apply directly to this advertisement or send your application via email to lou•••••••@airswift.com with your updated CV/ resume & contact details. Alternatively, you may contact Louis at +61 (••) •••• •671 for more information.