Lead Electrical Designer - Perth
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Location: Perth, Western Australia, AU
Company: Hatch
Requisition ID: 98228
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.
Looking to take the next step in your career and lead the design of complex electrical infrastructure projects? Hatch is seeking a highly motivated Lead Electrical Designer to join our Project Delivery Group (PDG) in Perth. In this role, you will play a key part in delivering major mining, energy, and infrastructure projects, leading the development of detailed electrical designs from concept and feasibility studies through to construction and commissioning. Working alongside multidisciplinary engineering teams, you will provide technical leadership in the design of power distribution systems, substations, HV and LV systems, industrial electrical installations, and associated electrical infrastructure.
As a Lead Electrical Designer at Hatch, you'll have the opportunity to mentor and guide a team of designers, collaborate with industry-leading professionals, and contribute to innovative solutions for some of the world's most challenging projects. Join a team that is passionate about engineering excellence, sustainable outcomes, and creating positive change for our clients and communities.
As the successful candidate, you will:
- Lead the delivery of design and drafting of plant models using applicable standards, project technical specifications and enterprise or project procedures
- Lead the preparation of 3D equipment modelling and 3D design
- Understand the owner/user requirements and the project mission
- Perform conceptual layout work
- Interface with Lead Discipline Engineers, Design Co-Ordinator’s and other Lead Discipline Designers
- Lead and ensure the quality of engineering design details and special items drawings
- Provide input into capital estimates and project schedules.
- Participate in formal engineering review processes.
- Provision of on-site construction and commissioning technical support.
You will bring to the role:
Why join us?
- Work with great people to make a difference
- Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
- Top employer
What we offer you?
- Global project exposure across complex, impactful industries
- Strong focus on career growth, learning and mentorship
- 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.
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