ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society.
Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet.
Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity?
Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.Job DescriptionACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society.
Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet.
Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity?
Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.Job DescriptionBe part of commissioning one of Western Australia's most significant water infrastructure projects.
This is a chance to build your technical and commissioning capability on a large-scale desalination plant, with exposure to energisation, testing and handover at a scale few projects in Australia can offer.The ProjectACCIONA is leading the Alkimos Seawater Desalination Plant in Perth, a $2.8 billion project delivered in alliance with Water Corporation and Jacobs.
Stage 1 will produce 150 million litres of drinking water a day for Western Australians.
The plant integrates seawater desalination with in office groundwater treatment, a first for a plant of this scale in WA.
Construction is underway, with commissioning targeted for ****.The RoleReporting to the Manager, Commissioning, the Project Engineer (I&C;) is responsible for planning,



executing and overseeing the commissioning of the plant's electrical, instrumentation and control systems.
You'll ensure the I&C; infrastructure is tested, verified and handed over in compliance with design specifications, safety standards and operational requirements, working closely with construction, mechanical, process, vendor and operations teams.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement commissioning plans, procedures and schedules for electrical and control systems, including switchgear, transformers, MCCs, VFDs, instrumentation and SCADACoordinate with construction, mechanical and process teams to align commissioning with overall project milestonesConduct pre-commissioning inspections, loop checks and system readiness verificationPerform functional and performance tests on electrical equipment and control systemsValidate system parameters such as voltage, current, insulation resistance and protection settingsDocument test results and prepare commissioning reports for handoverIdentify and resolve electrical faults and integration issues during commissioningWork closely with vendors and contractors to implement corrective actions and system optimisationsProvide technical support for modifications and upgradesEnsure commissioning activities comply with electrical safety standards, environmental regulations and quality assurance requirementsParticipate in risk assessments and enforce secure work practices during energisation and testingVerify compliance with IEC, IEEE and local regulatory codesLiaise with project managers,



operations staff and equipment suppliers to ensure commissioning aligns with project objectivesSupport training and handover to operations teams for a smooth transition to steady-state plant operationRequired Skills and CompetenciesRequired Skills and CompetenciesBachelor's degree in Electrical or Instrumentation & Control Engineering or similarExperience commissioning electrical and control systems on water, desalination or process plants highly regardedWorking knowledge of switchgear, transformers, MCCs, VFDs, instrumentation and SCADA or DCS control systemsExperience in loop checking, functional testing and system readiness verificationFamiliarity with IEC, IEEE and local electrical regulatory codesStrong troubleshooting skills and the ability to work effectively with vendors, contractors and operations teamsA genuine safety-first attitudeACCIONA has been given the Top Employer ****, ****, **** & **** certification in Australia, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies.
Since establishing a presence in Australia in ****, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development.
ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity.
Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer ****, ****, **** & **** certification in Australia, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies.
Since establishing a presence in Australia in ****, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development.
ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity.
Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.

📌 Project Engineer (Perth)
🏢 ACCIONA Construcción
📍 Perth