Electrical Design Engineer

Based in our Fortitude Valley office, this role supports the delivery of electrical engineering design services across a range of projects throughout Queensland and interstate.

As an Electrical Design Engineer, you will work closely with the General Manager and Principal Engineer to deliver detailed electrical designs from concept through to construction-ready documentation. You will contribute to technically robust outcomes across multiple projects while maintaining strong standards of quality, safety, and compliance.

This role forms part of PHE’s growing Engineering division and supports projects across oil & gas, mining, hydropower generation, remote power generation, manufacturing, pulp & paper, and timber processing. Your work will contribute directly to the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of critical energy and industrial infrastructure.

In This Role, You Will

• Deliver detailed electrical designs across ELV, LV and MV systems.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant codes, standards, regulations, and internal procedures.
• Prepare electrical calculations, technical reports, and scopes of work.
• Design and draft low voltage switchboards and control panels.
• Design general lighting, power distribution, and ancillary electrical services.
• Integrate vendor and packaged equipment into coordinated electrical designs.
• Prepare and manage design documentation in line with project and client requirements.
• Raise and respond to RFIs in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Work within EPC and EPCM project delivery environments, understanding project and commercial drivers.
• Participate in site visits as required to support design development and project delivery.
• Support and collaborate with other engineers and disciplines across the business.

About You

We’re looking for an experienced and capable engineer who enjoys hands-on design work and contributing to high-quality project outcomes.

• Degree in Electrical Engineering eligible for Engineers Australia (Professional Engineer) membership.
• Working toward CPEng and RPEQ registration, or willingness to do so.
• Proven experience delivering ELV, LV and/or HV electrical designs from concept to completion.
• Minimum 3–5+ years’ experience in detailed electrical design.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Dialux, PowerCAD, or similar design tools.
• Ability to work with a high degree of autonomy while collaborating within a project team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• A practical, solutions-focused approach to engineering design.

ABOUT PHE GROUP & PHE ENGINEERING

With more than 50 years’ experience, PHE is trusted across mining, industrial, and energy sectors for our ability to deliver end-to-end electrical and instrumentation projects. From HV reticulation and LV power design to automation and control systems, we engineer with precision and purpose.

As part of PHE Group, our reputation is reinforced by recent recognition at both State and National levels. At the 2025 NECA SA/NT Excellence Awards, we secured honours across the Industrial Large ($2M–$20M) and Industrial X-Large ($20M+) categories for BHP’s Carrapateena Hydrofloat and Underground Crusher 2.0 projects respectively. We also received the Perpetual Award – the judges’ highest accolade, reserved for the project they consider the standout submission across all categories – recognising excellence in safety, quality, innovation and culture. 

This success was followed by national recognition at the 2025 NECA National Excellence Awards, where PHE Group received the Industrial X-Large Project ($20M+) award for the Carrapateena Underground Crusher 2.0 project, and a Certificate of Commendation – Industrial Large ($2M–$20M) for the Carrapateena Hydrofloat project. These achievements highlight the calibre of our people and affirm the standards that guide our work across every division of PHE Group. 

Come be a part of that success. Join an award-winning team – and take your place in delivering projects that are shaping the future of Australia’s evolving sectors and the electrical industry.

ABOUT OUR PROCESS

Applying for a role at PHE Group? Our website provides step-by-step instructions on your pathway into the business – including checklists to guide you in preparing for the interview process. See our website: www.phe.net.au/careers/recruitment-process

We seek people who bring both capability and alignment with our values. To support this, our recruitment process includes a range of checks to confirm suitability for the role and workplace. These may include police and background clearances, medical assessments, drug and alcohol testing, right-to-work verification, reference checks, and other due diligence measures.

SUPPORTING A DIVERSE WORKFORCE

At PHE Group, diversity is core to how we build strong teams and deliver complex projects. Our workforce reflects the reality of a modern Australia – bringing together people across gender, culture, age, ability, career pathways, and global experience. This mix of perspectives leads to sharper thinking, stronger collaboration, and more resilient outcomes for our clients. 

This commitment was recognised at the 2025 NECA Excellence Awards, where PHE Group was recognised with the Leaders in Diversity (Business) award at both Queensland and National levels. These honours speak to the breadth of our approach – expanding participation for women in trade pathways, creating meaningful opportunities for Indigenous engagement, welcoming global capability and embedding inclusive practices across our organisation. 

We are an Equal Opportunity employer who are committed to providing a recruitment process that is fair, equitable, and accessible. If you require adjustments to support your application, we encourage you to reach out so we can ensure the process works for you.