Associate Engineer - Electrical, Rail & Metro

Join a global, multi-discipline Engineering Consultancy, with on-going career opportunities and development
Work on major Rail projects across Australia
Flexible working arrangements – hybrid work model
About SMEC
SMEC provides unique opportunities to work on iconic industry projects with experienced colleagues and leadership teams. We support and empower employees to drive innovation initiatives within a well-established and growing organisation
With over 16,500 employees working out of 120 offices in 40+ countries throughout Australasia, Asia, the Middle East, UK, Africa, North and South America, we partner with our parent company Surbana Jurong and sister company Robert Bird Group (RBG) to deliver integrated Infrastructure, Urban Development and Management Services expertise to our clients worldwide.
The Role
SMEC are looking for an Associate Electrical Engineer to join our rail team in Sydney. The successful candidate will design and deliver low voltage, high voltage, earthing and bonding engineering components for various rail projects locally and nationally.
Key Responsibilities
Design and delivery of lighting, low voltage, high voltage, earthing and bonding engineering services for various rail projects
Production of engineering drawings, reports, specifications and tender packages from preliminary through to construction
Conducting feasibility studies, load calculations and site inspections
Reviewing electrical designs, ensuring that analysis and design tasks undertaken meet appropriate technical standards and the requirements of the client and SMEC
Production of engineering reports and supporting tender proposals
Proactively collaborating with team members, contributors and stakeholders to maintain quality, timeliness and co-ordination of project deliverables
About You
Relevant tertiary qualifications in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
8+ years’ industry experience
Experience preparing detailed electrical design documentation across rail and other transport infrastructure projects
AutoCAD, Revit, PowerCAD, AGI 32, DIALux, CDEGS software experience
Must have strong understanding of relevant Australian codes and standards, as well as Safety Assurance and System Engineering processes
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Ability to work effectively with a multi-disciplinary engineering organisation
Accountability for project delivery and budget
CPEng
SMEC is committed to building a diverse, inclusive and gender‑equitable workforce and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds across engineering and technical disciplines. We provide a supportive and flexible working environment that recognises individual contribution, supports career progression, and enables our people to balance work and life at all stages of their career.
As a family‑friendly employer, we offer flexible working arrangements and benefits including 18 weeks of universal paid parental leave. We are proud to foster an inclusive culture that supports gender equity, LGBTI+ inclusion and First Nations representation, with access to strong professional networks, role models, and mentoring and sponsorship programs.
How To Apply
To apply, click on the "Apply Now" link and follow the prompts. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, please contact Awestha Momand - awestha.momand@sjgroup.com
All recruitment activities go through our Resourcing function and currently, this role doesn’t require agency input. Please do not forward resumes directly to SMEC employees/managers; we do not accept unsolicited resumes and are not responsible for any associated fees.
At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world!