Electrical Project Engineer - Decarbonisation - 12 Month Contract
BH-337202
Posted: 04/06/2026
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- Australia Western Australia East Perth
- Contract
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Power Generation, T&D
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T&D
Role: Electrical Engineer – Substations & Energy Projects
Location: Perth, WA
Rate: $75–$90 p/h + super
Length: 12 Months
Work Arrangements: Flexible (1–2 days WFH)
The Opportunity
Join a major decarbonisation program delivering large-scale power and transmission infrastructure across WA. This is a unique opportunity to work on 220kV substation projects that directly enable the transition to renewables, while gaining exposure across wind, solar and BESS integration.
This role offers a genuine blend of engineering and project delivery—ideal for engineers looking to step beyond pure design and take ownership of packages, vendors and outcomes.
The Role
Support the delivery of multiple substation packages at various project stages, with responsibilities including:
What You Bring
If this Electrical Engineer contract sounds like something you’d like to explore, apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation. I’m happy to talk through the project, scope and team structure before you commit. Apply now or reach out to me at laurence.bromley@nesfircroft.com.
All enquiries handled discreetly.
With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
Location: Perth, WA
Rate: $75–$90 p/h + super
Length: 12 Months
Work Arrangements: Flexible (1–2 days WFH)
The Opportunity
Join a major decarbonisation program delivering large-scale power and transmission infrastructure across WA. This is a unique opportunity to work on 220kV substation projects that directly enable the transition to renewables, while gaining exposure across wind, solar and BESS integration.
This role offers a genuine blend of engineering and project delivery—ideal for engineers looking to step beyond pure design and take ownership of packages, vendors and outcomes.
The Role
Support the delivery of multiple substation packages at various project stages, with responsibilities including:
- Reviewing and influencing electrical designs for 220/33kV substations
- Developing scopes of work, specifications and technical documentation
- Managing vendor packages (HV switchgear, transformers, MV equipment)
- Coordinating procurement, technical queries and evaluations
- Supporting construction, testing and commissioning activities
What You Bring
- 3–7 years’ experience in substations, utilities, renewables or heavy industry
- Exposure to HV infrastructure, switchgear and power transformers
- Experience in design review, package management or project engineering
- Good understanding of Australian Standards and engineering fundamentals
- Ability to manage vendors, timelines and competing priorities
- Work on one of WA’s most significant energy transition programs
- Broaden your skillset beyond design into project delivery and stakeholder management
- Flexible working model with Perth base and meaningful site exposure
- Competitive, negotiable rate aligned to experience
- Strong pipeline of projects offering stability and career growth
If this Electrical Engineer contract sounds like something you’d like to explore, apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation. I’m happy to talk through the project, scope and team structure before you commit. Apply now or reach out to me at laurence.bromley@nesfircroft.com.
All enquiries handled discreetly.
With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.