Overview / Responsibilities
Wood is currently seeking a
Lead Electrical and Instrumentation Engineer
in order to grow its Perth Mining & Mineral group to meet the large demand in critical metals projects.
Wood is at the forefront of engineering solutions for a net zero future.
A key component of decarbonising the world is the Mining and Minerals Industry which supplies the critical minerals required for this revolution.
Wood is currently delivering critical metals projects (Battery and Magnet metals) all over the world, including Copper, Lithium, Vanadium, Rare Earths, and Base Metals projects.
We can offer you a career in the ever-expanding battery and magnet metals industry driving the decarbonisation of the globe.
Working in our newly fitted offices in the Perth CBD, we have an onsite gym with five-star end of trip facilities.
As part of this highly visible role, you will be in an influential position and undertake the following duties:
Accountable for the quality of deliverables of the discipline design section in line with the needs of the customer and regulatory authorities
Responsible for production and/or review of engineering deliverables including models, drawings, calculations, specifications, reports, evaluations etc
Input to capital estimates including quantity calculations
Set man-hour budgets for engineering and drafting and recommend engagement of additional manning as required
Allocate tasks and assist other engineers to balance demands of time and budget
Ensure that information flow to drafting and other disciplines serves to maximize output (clear, concise, correct and practical)
Provide solutions to engineering problems
Provide technical and commercial direction to engineers in relation to design quality, design schedules and design budgets
Act as the key link between the project team and the engineering discipline group
Timely input into the deliverables and task progress monitoring system.
i.e. Convero




Monitor the progress and performance of project discipline teams.
Give input and provide feedback and support where necessary
Review feasibility studies documentation and estimates
Provide feedback to the Project Engineering Manager on design progress budget and schedule
Provide technical support to the onsite construction teams, projects department and estimating department
Reviewing and approving vendor data
Oversee design scope changes
Perform site inspections, functionality testing and commissioning documentation
Analyse feedback from fabricators and construction personnel to improve performance
Drive professional development of direct reports and other less experienced staff members
Provision of mentoring role to graduate engineers or discipline engineers where applicable
Qualifications
What will set you apart from other applicants will be your previous experience at a large engineering company and previous experience in the resources industry.
You will have previous lead a team on a major project, ideally in the mining sector.
To be considered, you will also have:
12+ years of relevant experience
Tertiary qualifications from a recognised institute, ideally with post-graduate studies
Chartered Engineer or recognised equivalent
Must have experience working with high value engineering centres and in an engineering consultant environment
Excellent
communication skills when working with cross functional teams within the
project and client office to provide guidance and input with regards to instrument specifications and modifications




Knowledge of applicable codes and standards (AS, ASME, ASTM, ANSI, API, etc.)
Excellent team management skills in a challenging work environment
A proven track record for delivering
projects within scope, budget
and schedule
High voltage experience including fault level and harmonic system.
Calculations, HV switchgear and HV motors.
Medium voltage motor control centres and motor experience.
Qualified experience in Control Systems and Instrumentation Systems would be advantageous
Please note, only applicants holding valid working rights in Australia will be considered.
We are looking for Perth based candidates.
If you plan on relocating, please include a Cover Letter.
So much of our success depends on feeling part of a team with people around us that we can rely on.
What unites us is our values.
They set the tone, help create our culture, give us one common set of principles and help us all have a excellent experience at work.
If you're an experienced Electrical and Instrumentation Engineer, ready for your next project, then we are keen to hear from you today.
Company Overview
Wood is a global leader in engineering and consultancy across energy and the built environment, helping to unlock solutions to some of the world's most critical challenges.
We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in more than 60 countries, employing around 40,000 people.

Diversity Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce.
All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.

📌 Lead Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer (Perth)
🏢 Wood
📍 Perth