Electrical Engineer

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

At WSP you’ll find the scale and reach you need to do the kind of work the world needs – and the culture and people that make it the best work of your life.

Our Mining & Metals group is a leader in future-led end to end mining solutions and delivery of services to our clients.We specialise in delivering comprehensive and tailored solutions for the mining industry. Our team manages and executes large-scale capital projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and safety and leave a lasting positive legacy in the communities we engage with.

What you’ll do:

Due to continued growth across our mining business, we're seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our Newcastle Mining team. This role is ideally suited to someone with around 3-7 years' experience who is looking to take the next step in their career and develop towards a Senior Electrical Engineer position.

You’ll work alongside experienced multidisciplinary teams delivering a diverse range of mining, industrial and infrastructure projects for leading Australian and international clients.

Delivering electrical engineering designs for mining, minerals processing, industrial and infrastructure projects.

Assisting in the design and development of power distribution systems, substations, HV/LV systems and associated infrastructure.

Supporting studies, concept development, FEED and detailed design activities.

Preparing technical calculations, reports, specifications and design documentation.

Coordinating with mechanical, structural, civil, process and control systems engineers to deliver integrated project outcomes.

Participating in design reviews, risk assessments and safety-in-design workshops.

Supporting site inspections, commissioning activities and construction-phase engineering services.

Building strong relationships with clients through clear communication and reliable project delivery.

Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and the development of engineering standards and processes.

About you:

We’re looking for an engineer who combines technical capability with a practical mindset and a genuine interest in delivering projects that support the resources and industrial sectors.

Approximately 3-7 years' experience within mining, industrial, infrastructure, energy or heavy industry environments.

Experience designing electrical power systems and associated infrastructure.

Knowledge of relevant Australian Standards and engineering practices.

Exposure to project delivery across studies, design and/or construction phases.

An understanding of HV/LV systems, power distribution, motor control and industrial electrical systems.

Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

A collaborative approach and the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary project teams.

A commitment to quality, safety and technical excellence.

Why WSP?

Work on major mining and infrastructure projects across Australia.

Join a growing Newcastle based team with a strong project pipeline.

Gain exposure to leading mining and industrial clients.

Access national and global technical experts across the WSP network.

Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.

Ongoing professional development and chartership support.

Genuine career progression opportunities as our mining business continues to expand.

A collaborative, inclusive and supportive team culture.

At WSP, we're committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and future-focused workplace where our people can thrive. If you're looking for an opportunity to strengthen your technical capability, work on complex engineering projects and build a long-term career within a leading global consultancy, we'd love to hear from you.

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