Electrical Engineer

Join SGS as an Electrical Protection Engineer and become part of a specialist team delivering critical testing, maintenance and commissioning services across electrical infrastructure. Working within our Electrical Engineering business, you will provide technical expertise across protection systems, substations, switchgear, transformers and associated high-voltage equipment, ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently and in accordance with industry standards and client requirements. This is a hands-on role suited to an experienced electrical professional who enjoys a combination of field-based testing, fault finding, technical reporting and customer support.
Key responsibilities include, however are not limited to:
Conduct protection relay testing, commissioning and maintenance of substations
Perform transformer, circuit breaker, cable and earth testing
Carry out thermography and corona inspections on electrical assets
Undertake fault finding, testing, repair and maintenance of low-voltage and high-voltage electrical equipment
Read and interpret single-line diagrams to support testing and maintenance activities
Produce accurate testing records and formal technical reports
Work in accordance with relevant statutory regulations, standards, SGS procedures and client requirements
Conduct site safety assessments and ensure compliance with health and safety legislation and industry best practice
Liaise with clients to understand project requirements, provide technical advice and ensure customer satisfaction
Perform equipment calibration checks and maintain testing instruments in accordance with manufacturer specifications
Identify and document preventative maintenance requirements to optimise asset performance and reliability
To be successful in the role you will have:
Tertiary qualification in Electrical Engineering
Current WA C Class Driver’s Licence
Demonstrated experience with MV and HV switchgear, transformers, HV cables, switchboards and circuit breakers
Proven experience producing technical reports and accurately recording test data
Ability to read and interpret single-line diagrams
Strong communication, organisational and time management skills
Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively with minimal supervision
Highly regarded:
Electrical Workers Level “A” Licence
Experience using testing equipment such as Omicron, Doble and Megger
Experience supporting growth and development within the HV electrical market

Employment type
Full-time

Work arrangement
No