Senior Electrical Designer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 19, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 8, 2026. Airswift scores B on the Alion truth index.
Job reference
1281541
Location
Perth, Western Australia, Australia
Sector
Process
Function
Engineering & Design
Employment type
Contract
Date published
October 8, 2026
Job Title: Senior Electrical Designer
Duration: 12 months
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week
Location: Perth WA
This opportunity offers the chance to contribute to a major EPCM iron ore mining project based in Perth. The role sits within a dynamic project team focused on electrical design across High Voltage and LV systems up to 33kV, supporting technically complex project delivery in a collaborative engineering environment. This position will suit candidates who are confident working with vendor documentation, power system studies, cable sizing and technical design deliverables.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and review electrical design documentation and drawings
- Review vendor technical documentation and design deliverables
- Support power system studies including load flow, short circuit and harmonic analysis
- Prepare cable sizing calculations, cable schedules, MTOs and equipment lists
- Ensure compliance with Australian and international standards and codes
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams and project stakeholders.
Required Education:
- Australian accredited 4-year engineering degree
Required Experience:
- 8-12 years of WA iron ore or similar industry experience
- Experience working with High Voltage and LV systems up to 33kV
- Experience reviewing vendor technical documents and drawings
- Experience supporting studies and developing MTOs and lists
Required Skills:
- Power system studies including load flow, short circuit and harmonics
- Familiarity with Australian and international standards and codes
- Cable sizing and schedule development
- Ability to work autonomously and communicate effectively with management, co-workers, clients and other stakeholders
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail in problem solving
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with software design tools such as Smart Plant, DIgSILENT Power Factory, ETAP, SKM Power Tools and CDEGS
About Airswift:
Airswift is an international workforce solutions provider within the energy, process and infrastructure industries. Airswift serves as a strategic partner to clients, offering a turnkey workforce solution to capture and deliver the top talent needed to complete successful projects by aligning with unique project needs. With over 1000 employees and 9,000 contractors operating in over 60 countries, Airswift's geographical reach and pool of talent available is unmatched in the industry.
Only candidates with full working rights in Australia will be considered (Australian Citizen, PR Holder, or Valid Australian working VISA)
Interested? Apply directly to this advertisement or send your application via email to [email protected] . Alternatively, you may contact Lisa on +61(0)8 6385 6717 for more information.
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