Electrical Engineer - Field Engineer

Wood is currently recruiting for an Electrical Engineer - Field Engineer to join our team in Perth, Western Australia as part of its Operations APAC (West) business. This is an opportunity to join our expanding Oil and Gas Operations team, due to recently securing several large projects with existing long-term clients. 

You will be reporting directly to the Lead Electrical Engineer. Initially, you will be working as a Field Engineer and manage the implementation of work packs and later move across to FEED / Execution to EPCM delivery, for some of the world’s most technically challenging brownfields Oil & Gas projects for Wood's Electrical Engineering group.

At Wood you will join an inclusive and diverse global community of inquisitive minds and recognized industry innovators, partnering to create new possibilities.

Join us in the heart of Perth's CBD at Dexus Place - 240 St Georges Terrace, free 24/7 access to an exclusive onsite gym, superb end of trip facilities, coffee machines serving on demand and plenty of spaces to get creative.  In addition, you will have access to remote and flexible working options, purchased annual leave and employee discount programs.

Please note that we are only able to accept applications from Australian citizens or those who currently hold Permanent Residency (PR) and can work lawfully in Australia without company sponsorship.  

Suitably qualified in Electrical Engineering from a recognized institution, ideally you will have a minimum of 2+ years of proven experience in the Offshore and Onshore LNG, O&G brownfields engineering EPCM sector in Australia.

In addition, you will have:

• Engineering office design experience with experience in either some / all of the following:
  • power generation
  • power distribution (MV & LV)
  • equipment specification (i.e. Power Transformers, MV & LV motors and drives, MV & LV switchgear, cabling, lighting, earthing)
• Design knowledge of applicable codes and standards (both international and Australian)
• Excellent analytical, literacy and numerical skills 
• Excellent communication skills 
• Be prepared to undertake site visits either onshore / offshore
• Well-developed computer skills and knowledge of databases, spreadsheets and engineering programs
• A“ solutions mindset” and able to manage varying tasks with often changing and competing priorities

What will set you apart will be your experience in one or more of the following:

• ETAP software
• Power system analysis
• Hazardous area design (& inspection) competency (EEHA)

It takes a diverse and inclusive community of inquisitive minds to unlock tomorrows solutions to the world's most critical challenges. Wood encourages Women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.

If you are an Electrical Engineer looking for your next career challenge - apply today! 

Diversity Statement 

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.