The importance of water to the health of our world can’t be overstated. 

As the frequency and intensity of floods, droughts and storms increases, the water industry must continue to build resiliency and lead from the front. 

Together with our clients, we are thinking and doing things differently to help pre-empt and prepare for what's next. Be a part of this dynamic and committed team of diverse water specialists and drive change for your community. 

You’ll be able to apply our powerful global network of skills and decades of experience to create positive water outcomes that respect nature and nurture communities.

We’re looking for a range of Electrical Engineers from mid-level to senior to join our Water Group.

In Western Australia, our 90-year partnership with the water sector has cultivated strong client relationships and a deep understanding of their challenges, equipping us to assist them in preparing for what lies ahead. Our team is very well known for water infrastructure and water resources engineering and science consulting, collaborating with industry leaders like Water Authorities, major mining firms, and Defense, among others. Join us to become part of a community of innovative thinkers, uniting top talent in the field to shape a positive future of water for our communities and next generations.

Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:

• Participating in a range of activities from feasibility and concept design studies to detailed design
• Participating in a range of projects from small consultancy tasks to major multi-discipline projects
• Managing jobs under GHD's quality management procedures
• Collaborating with and mentoring junior engineers
• Technical review of the electrical design by other team members
• Strengthening client relationship and business development

What you will bring to the team:

• Bachelor Electrical Engineering, with a minimum of 5-10 years of design experience
• Self-motivation, with excellent leadership and strong interpersonal skills
• Strong background in high and low-voltage power system design
• Demonstrated proficiency in:
  • Switchboard design
  • Transformer selection and integration
  • Variable speed drive systems
  • Harmonic mitigation strategies
  • Protection system studies
  • Earthing system design
• Familiarity with solar renewable energy systems 
• Experience preparing detailed project proposals and technical documentation is desirable
• Fully conversant with Australian Standards, Electrical Acts, and Regulations 
• Chartered status/registration with Engineers Australia is desirable
• Experience in the water industry, particularly with Water Corporation design standards is desirable 

Contact Antonia Tomassone

T +61 08 6222 8631

GHD is an equal opportunity employer, and we want everyone to be able to fully participate in our recruitment process. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all identities.

GHD embraces a range of flexible work practices to create a work environment focused on well-being, flexibility and productivity where our people can thrive.

We respectfully ask that no agency resumes be presented at this stage.