About DRA Global
DRA Global Limited (DRA or the Company) is an international multi-disciplinary engineering, project delivery and operations management group, predominantly focused on the mining, minerals and metals industry.
The Group has an extensive track record spanning four decades across a wide range of commodities. DRA’s teams have deep expertise in the mining, minerals and metals processing industries, as well as related non-process infrastructure such as, water, and energy solutions.
DRA covers all major mining centres with offices across Africa and the Middle East, North and South America, and Asia-Pacific
About the Role
We are seeking expressions of interest for Lead Electrical Engineers to join our Perth based team. We are looking for innovative and motivated engineers that will thrive in a fast paced, solutions focused environment.
Reporting to the Electrical Engineering Manager you will be responsible for providing expert guidance in the development and implementation of electrical systems across various projects, whilst leading or supporting a team of electrical engineers.
Brief key duties
- Lead a team of electrical engineers, providing guidance, mentoring and technical support.
- Lead and prepare electrical and instrumentation designs and calculations in accordance with relevant client and Australian Standards
- LV and MV design, MCCs and switchrooms
- Instrumentation and control design
- Provide technical support and guidance to the drafting team whilst supervising the preparation of preliminary and detailed designs
- Manage the scope, budget and schedule
- Technical support of construction and commissioning work
- Maintain and foster relationships with the DRA multidisciplinary team, clients and contractors
You will have
- Bachelor of Engineering – Electrical Engineering, or equivalent
- Proven experience in a leadership or supervisory role
- Experience in mineral processing in a design and construct environment
- Knowledge of power systems and LV design
- Understanding of relevant Australian and industry codes and standards
- Functional safety and hazardous area experience in a mining environment advantageous
- Knowledge of instrumentation, control systems and communications advantageous
- Software proficiency - ETAP - Advantageous
- Experience with base metals, battery minerals and rare earth minerals advantageous
- Well-developed written and verbal communication skills
Here at DRA, we offer
- Competitive and above market salary packages with regular market analysis
- A fresh & modern office in the Perth CBD with access to end of trip facilities
- Flexible start and finish times allowing for great work life balance
- Access to salary packaging benefits
- A great social committee offering a range of social events and wellbeing activities
- An inclusive, collaborative and supportive team environment providing you with the tools to succeed
We value diversity and the benefits it brings to achieving our objectives, enhancing our reputation, and attracting, engaging, and retaining talented people. We welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of gender, age, disability, and ethnicity, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders.
Our commitment to equal opportunities and a diverse workplace is embodied in our values of People, Safety, Trust, Integrity, Excellence, and Courage.
- Published on 19 Nov 2025, 8:20 AM