DS Watt is expanding and needs engineers

DS Watt Pty Ltd is a specialist electrical and mechanical engineering business. DS Watt delivers testing, commissioning and engineering scope on major projects across Australia, in energy, infrastructure, data centres, defence and resources. The business is growing, and DS Watt is looking for an Electrical Engineer and a Mechanical Engineer to grow with it.

This is a small team led by engineers who still do the work. You will be trusted early, backed properly, and given real responsibility on real projects. DS Watt does not walk away from a problem, and it does not leave its people to face one alone.

The roles

Both roles are full-time and based in Sydney. Travel to project sites across Australia is part of the job.

Electrical Engineer

- Test and commission HV and LV electrical plant, including transformers, switchgear, circuit breakers, protection and control systems
- Interpret specifications, drawings, standards and regulations for electrical equipment and systems
- Plan and manage the delivery and installation of switchgear, cables and fittings
- Produce protection studies, relay settings and commissioning documentation
- Supervise and support the operation and maintenance of transmission, distribution and industrial plant
- Work alongside clients through construction, energisation and handover

Mechanical Engineer

- Plan, organise and oversee the assembly, erection, commissioning, operation and maintenance of mechanical and process plant




- Review specifications and determine materials, equipment, piping and layout for plant installation
- Develop standards and procedures for installation, testing, inspection and maintenance
- Organise project labour and the delivery of materials, plant and equipment
- Carry out inspections to keep plant performing as designed
- Develop shutdown and maintenance work packs and coordinate maintenance schedules

What DS Watt is looking for

- A bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline
- At least one year of experience in a similar role
- Comfortable on site and in the office, and willing to travel
- A clear and honest communicator who stays calm when things go wrong
- A current driver’s licence

Applications are welcome from candidates with the right to work in Australia. DS Watt will consider visa sponsorship for the right person.

What DS Watt offers

- Major project work from day one
- People-first leadership, with safety and wellbeing ahead of everything else
- Support for your development, including Engineers Australia membership and further study
- Adaptable working where the project allows
- A small, close team that looks after each other

How to apply Apply with your CV and a short note on which role you are applying for and why. Questions are welcome at [email protected] or [02 9030 0310](tel:02 9030 0310).

If this sounds like you, DS Watt would like to hear from you.

📌 Electrical Engineer and Mechanical Engineer – Testing and Commissioning (Sydney)
🏢 DS Watt
📍 Sydney