Switchboard Electrician & HV/MV Electrical Engineer

Trade · Loganholme, Brisbane QLD, Australia · Full-Time · $80,000/yr

For electrical professionals aiming to specialise, this Queensland employer offers work across LV, MV and HV power infrastructure, a field that builds deep and transferable expertise.

The company is a growing Australian electrical engineering and manufacturing business that is expanding its technical workforce. It is recruiting experienced professionals to help deliver advanced electrical equipment and power-system projects, with openings for a Switchboard Electrician and an HV/MV Electrical Engineer.

Professionals from India and other countries who want a long-term career path in power systems may find this a strong next step for their skills and progression.

Key Responsibilities

Switchboard Electrician – assembling and modifying switchboards, MCCs and control panels
Switchboard Electrician – reading electrical schematics, single line diagrams and wiring drawings to guide builds and tests
Switchboard Electrician – testing LV, MV and HV switchboards ahead of delivery and installation
Switchboard Electrician – inspecting switchboards and transportable switchrooms against electrical and mechanical compliance requirements
Switchboard Electrician – conducting insulation resistance and continuity tests
Switchboard Electrician – performing polarity, phase rotation and earth continuity checks
Switchboard Electrician – testing control circuits and operational functions, and verifying protection relays and associated electrical systems
Switchboard Electrician – diagnosing and rectifying wiring, electrical and functional faults
Switchboard Electrician – carrying out Factory Acceptance Testing, recording outcomes and preparing commissioning documentation
Switchboard Electrician – meeting relevant Australian Standards and project specifications in all work
Switchboard Electrician – supporting on-site installation and commissioning, including shutdowns and after-hours commissioning when needed
Switchboard Electrician – coaching apprentices and junior electrical team members
HV/MV Electrical Engineer – contributing to engineering activities for HV and MV electrical infrastructure, including switchboards, switchgear, substations and transportable systems
HV/MV Electrical Engineer – participating in power distribution and protection and control projects
HV/MV Electrical Engineer – assessing electrical drawings, specifications and technical documentation
HV/MV Electrical Engineer – applying relevant Australian Standards and project requirements
HV/MV Electrical Engineer – offering technical support to manufacturing and production teams, and resolving technical issues alongside testing and commissioning personnel
HV/MV Electrical Engineer – collaborating with project managers, fellow engineers, production and quality teams
HV/MV Electrical Engineer – investigating technical problems, devising practical solutions and assisting with engineering solutions for industrial and infrastructure projects
HV/MV Electrical Engineer – driving engineering improvements and project optimisation to help deliver complex electrical infrastructure projects successfully

Requirements & Eligibility

Switchboard Electrician: Current Queensland Electrical Work Licence, held as an Electrical Mechanic or Electrical Fitter
Switchboard Electrician: Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician or Electrical Fitting
A minimum 3 years of industry experience across industrial switchboard manufacturing, testing or commissioning
Proven hands-on capability with LV switchboards and MCCs
Practical experience in electrical testing, commissioning and fault finding
Knowledge or experience with MV/HV equipment: highly regarded
Industrial control systems experience: advantageous
Ability to read schematics, wiring diagrams and single line diagrams with confidence
Working knowledge of AS/NZS 61439, AS/NZS 3000 and the relevant Australian Standards
Up-to-date CPR/LVR certification
A safety-first, quality-focused approach to electrical work
Adaptable to both workshop and site settings
Open to occasional travel for commissioning and project requirements
HV/MV Electrical Engineer: Australian registration as an Electrical Engineer
Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in industry
Hands-on involvement with HV and/or MV electrical systems
Background in switchboards, switchgear, substations, protection and control or power distribution
Capable of interpreting electrical drawings and engineering specifications
Strong analytical and problem-solving ability on technical matters
Sound understanding of applicable Australian Standards
Collaborative working style with engineering and manufacturing teams
Clear written and verbal communication
Versatility across engineering, manufacturing, testing and project environments
Current Subclass 482 visa holders are welcome to apply
482 visa sponsorship is available for the successful Electrical Engineer
What this opportunity offers: involvement in technically advanced LV, MV and HV electrical projects
Specialist growth in power distribution and electrical infrastructure, with exposure to mining, utilities, renewable energy and industrial projects
Working beside experienced engineering and manufacturing professionals
Skill development across testing, commissioning and project delivery, plus ongoing training and professional development
A stable long-term career pathway in Australia's electrical engineering sector, including 482 visa sponsorship for eligible Electrical Engineers

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