Job Description
About the Role
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Airswift is partnering with a leading global engineering and professional services organisation to recruit a Senior Electrical Designer supporting a portfolio of major industrial, resources and infrastructure projects based in Gladstone, Queensland. This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-performing engineering team delivering multidisciplinary projects across the full asset lifecycle, from concept and detailed design through to construction and commissioning.
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Working closely with engineering teams, clients and project stakeholders, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality electrical design and drafting solutions while ensuring compliance with Australian standards, project requirements and industry best practices. The role offers a flexible hybrid working arrangement, with candidates based in Gladstone or able to attend the Gladstone office a couple of days per week preferred.
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Key Responsibilities
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Deliver electrical design and drafting services in accordance with project scope, client requirements and industry standards.
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Prepare and develop electrical drawings, layouts, schematics, single line diagrams, termination diagrams and related documentation.
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Support projects across all phases including concept development, detailed design, construction and commissioning.
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Ensure design outcomes consider safety, sustainability, operability, maintainability and asset lifecycle requirements.
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Coordinate with engineering disciplines and project teams to ensure seamless integration across design packages.
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Support project reviews, design workshops and technical discussions with key stakeholders.
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Assist with project estimates, schedules, forecasts and reporting where required.
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Interpret and apply relevant Australian electrical standards and statutory requirements.
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Conduct self-checking and quality reviews of deliverables in accordance with company procedures.
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Identify design challenges,



develop innovative solutions and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
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Support digital engineering and emerging technology adoption, including AI-enabled design tools and workflows.
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Maintain effective communication with clients, contractors and internal project teams throughout project delivery.
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About You
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Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology (Electrical) or Electrical Trade qualification with Electrical Design, Drafting and Estimating certification.
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Electrical Licence highly regarded.
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Minimum 12 years' experience in electrical design and drafting within heavy industry, resources, infrastructure, energy or related sectors.
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Demonstrated experience delivering projects from concept design through to commissioning and handover.
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Strong knowledge of Australian electrical standards and engineering design practices.
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Proficiency in MicroStation SE and/or AutoCAD **** and above.
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Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
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Extensive experience preparing dsngle line diagrams, schematics, termination diagrams, block diagrams, cable routing layouts, equipment layouts, lighting designs, earthing layouts Experience interfacing with control systems and instrumentation.
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Understanding of equipment integration, field devices, as-built documentation, construction support and commissioning activities.
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Knowledge of shutdown planning requirements and design considerations.
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Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement and problem-solving skills.
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Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
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Why Apply?
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Join a globally recognised engineering organisation with a strong pipeline of long-term projects.
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Work on diverse industrial and infrastructure projects across Queensland.
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Flexible hybrid working arrangements.
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Collaborative and inclusive team environment.
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Chance to expand your technical expertise across multiple project phases.
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Potential for contract extensions and future project opportunities.
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📌 Senior Electrical Designer (Queensland)
🏢 Airswift
📍 Queensland