At Wave International, we're passionate about engineering the future by solving the world's natural resource challenges.
With over 25 years of global experience, we partner with clients to navigate complex mining and resource projects connecting traditional and emerging approaches to deliver practical, outcome-focused solutions across the project lifecycle.
From greenfield to operations, our Engineering, Project Delivery and Asset Management capabilities deliver end‐to‐end solutions from strategy and feasibility through to design, delivery and operational support across battery minerals, mineral sands, gold, bulk commodities and water, as well as broader sectors including agribusiness, industrial and ports.
We are currently seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer to join our growing Perth Engineering team, supporting the increasing demand for critical minerals and battery metals projects.
This role is ideally suited to an experienced engineer who can seamlessly balance hands-on technical delivery with project management responsibilities, ensuring successful project outcomes while maintaining the highest engineering and quality standards.
In this role, you will be responsible for and have the following qualifications and/or skills:Responsibilities:Lead and deliver electrical engineering projects from concept, design and procurement.Design, develop and review HV and LV electrical systems for mining, mineral processing and industrial facilities.Produce and oversee the development of electrical design documentation, including single line diagrams (SLDs), schematics, termination drawings and detailed design packages.Undertake electrical engineering calculations including load flow studies, fault level analysis, cable sizing, equipment sizing,



earthing and lightning protection design.Prepare technical specifications, scopes of work and procurement documentation for electrical equipment and systems.Manage project budgets, schedules, resources and deliverables to ensure successful project outcomes.Coordinate and collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, designers, drafters, clients and contractors.Provide technical leadership, mentoring and guidance to engineers, designers and drafters.Support site activities including commissioning, testing, troubleshooting and technical inspections when required.Build and maintain strong client relationships through effective communication and delivery of high-quality engineering solutions.
To be successful in this role you hold a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and bring extensive experience delivering electrical engineering projects within the mining, mineral processing, or heavy industrial sectors, ideally in an engineering consulting environment.
Why join Wave?
Team Culture: Be part of a cooperative and inclusive environment where your ideas and efforts are valued.Career Development: Access opportunities to learn, grow, and build your skills through hands-on experience and internal support.Salary Sacrifice options for superannuation and novated leasing.Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees and their immediate family members including the following: Confidential counselling and support, Financial Coaching and Dietician Support.Work from our modern QV1 office with access to:High-class end-of-trip facilities.Wellness Centre (free Yoga, Pilates, etc.).
Fully equipped gym.Rooftop basketball and tennis courts.Please direct enquiries in confidence to:Seda | Senior People & Culture Business PartnerE: ****** apply online with your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience.

📌 Lead Electrical Engineer (Perth)
🏢 Wave International
📍 Perth