Schneider Electric
Global leader in electrification, automation and digitization for industries, infrastructure and buildings.
Project Engineer
Lead end‑to‑end engineering of LV/MV power projects, from design through commissioning.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The Project Engineer role is positioned as an Impact Maker who will oversee the technical lifecycle from sales support to site commissioning, delivering high‑performance solutions like MV busways, substations, and switchgear that exceed reliability and efficiency standards, thereby contributing to Australia’s energy transition and decarbonisation objectives. • Lead engineering from concept through detailed design, FAT, SAT, and commissioning, ensuring contractual and risk compliance. • Interpret customer specifications and AS/IEC standards to produce technical drawings, BOMs, and documentation meeting safety benchmarks. • Perform electrical calculations (cable sizing, voltage drop, derating) and design control circuits for LV and MV switchgear. • Manage documentation for manufacturing and installation, proactively resolving technical issues for stakeholders. • Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and suppliers to manage interfaces, mitigate risks, and meet milestones.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸engineering lead
- ▸technical drawings
- ▸electrical calculations
- ▸circuit design
- ▸doc management
- ▸site commissioning
What You Bring
Candidates are expected to have an Electrical Engineering degree and at least five years of experience delivering LV/MV projects, with deep knowledge of MV switchboards and complex switchgear systems. Proficiency in Australian standards AS2067, AS3000, and AS62271 is essential, as is the ability to interpret technical specifications within commercial contexts and to lead collaborative, documentation‑driven project delivery. Applicants must have working rights in Australia and will need to provide documented evidence if selected. The position will remain open until filled and requires an online application. • Electrical Engineering degree with 5+ years delivering LV/MV projects, especially MV switchboards and complex switchgear. • Expertise in AS2067, AS3000, and AS62271 standards to create robust, build‑ready designs. • Ability to navigate complex technical specifications and commercial conditions to identify optimal project solutions. • Customer‑centric approach with rigorous documentation, organizational excellence, and teamwork leadership.
Requirements
- ▸electrical degree
- ▸5+ years
- ▸mv switchboards
- ▸australian standards
- ▸technical specs
- ▸team leadership
Work Environment
Hybrid