Principal - Electrical Engineer (R&I)

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Come grow with us.

AECOM partners with mining and industrial clients focused on achieving zero emissions and optimising production while reducing costs. With a global presence and local leadership, we manage risks and prioritise safety, sustainability, and community expectations. Our services cover the entire project lifecycle—from concept, design, engineering, and project management to commissioning, operations, and decommissioning. We support clients in both greenfield and brownfield mining and minerals processing, helping them adapt to climate change and implement technologies that reduce environmental impact as they work toward net-zero emissions and support low-emissions technologies.

Everyone belongs at AECOM

We’re committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging - because great ideas come from diverse perspectives. AECOM is proud to be a Fortune 500 Most Admired Company, a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality, #Work180 Equitable Workplace Awards 2025 Winner and an AWEI Bronze Tier LGBTQ+ Inclusive Employer.

Due to continued growth, our Resources & Industry (R&I) team are looking for an experienced Electrical Engineer to join their team, based in Brisbane. The position will suit a candidate with exposure to mining / heavy industrial projects and is looking for a new opportunity 

How you’ll make a difference.

• Work with Tier 1 clients across mining, industrial and heavy industry projects, delivering high-quality electrical engineering solutions from concept design through to construction and commissioning.

• Lead and contribute to the preparation of technical reports, project documentation and electrical design packages, supporting project delivery across multiple phases.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams (mechanical, civil, structural and process) to coordinate electrical design and ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule and within budget.

• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineers within the team, supporting capability development and ensuring consistent engineering standards.

• Build and maintain strong client relationships, supporting business development initiatives and contributing to successful project outcomes.

The qualities that help you thrive

The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don’t tick all the boxes, you could still be a perfect fit for this role. Please apply, all applications will be considered.

 You are a passionate and experienced Electrical Engineer with a strong track record in delivering engineering solutions and building trusted client relationships.

As an Electrical Engineer, you will have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, with RPEQ (or working towards) or equivalent professional accreditation.

• Ideally 12+ years’ experience in electrical engineering within a consultancy or client organisation, with strong exposure to mining, resources or heavy industrial projects.

• Demonstrated experience across electrical design, construction and commissioning, including LV/HV power distribution, motor control systems, and industrial control systems (PLCs and SCADA).

• Working knowledge of relevant Australian Standards, regulations and industry practices within mining and heavy industry environments.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage with internal teams, clients and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

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About AECOM

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity 

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.