Lead Electrical Engineer

About Sedgman

Sedgman Pty Limited is recognised globally for its leadership in the design, construction, and operation of mineral processing plants. As a wholly owned subsidiary of CIMIC Group Limited, Sedgman brings advanced technical expertise and a solid track record across Engineering, Procurement, Construction, and Management (EPC and EPCM) services in the resources sector. With a focus on safety, innovation, and technical excellence, Sedgman operates offices in Australia, Canada, Germany, and worldwide, fostering a professional and supportive environment for its employees.

Role Summary

We are looking for a Lead Electrical Engineer to join our Perth team. This role involves leading and coordinating electrical design activities across minerals processing and infrastructure projects, supporting study phases, design execution, and project delivery both domestically and internationally.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the electrical engineering function delivering high-quality solutions aligned with client needs, project goals, and industry standards.
• Champion continuous improvement and innovation in electrical design methods and engineering practices.
• Collaborate effectively with clients, stakeholders, and project teams to overcome technical challenges ensuring project success.
• Manage engineering budgets, resource allocation, schedules, and workloads to meet quality, cost, and delivery benchmarks.
• Provide leadership in electrical design reviews, including studies, reporting, specifications, cost assessments, and documentation.
• Support tendering, estimating, and execution through expert technical advice and engineering leadership.
• Conduct thorough design reviews ensuring compliance to Australian and international standards and adherence to Sedgman policies.
• Contribute to quality management enhancements and improve engineering standards, processes, and systems continually.

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng) accreditation in accordance with local regulations.
• At least 10 years’ experience working in engineering design, consulting, or operational roles.
• Demonstrable experience on mineral processing projects.
• Strong design expertise with capability to lead and critically review engineering work.

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements to promote work-life balance.
• Commitment to professional growth with opportunities for career advancement within Sedgman.
• A workplace culture that prioritizes safety, continuous improvement, and innovation.
• An engaging, supportive, and friendly working environment.

Additional Information

Candidates must be Australian citizens or hold Permanent Residency with lawful working rights in Australia. Sedgman is an equal opportunity employer valuing diversity and inclusion, fostering a workplace where employees feel respected, included, and empowered to realize their full potential.