Senior Project Engineer - Electrical

About Us

DT Infrastructure is a trusted provider of engineering and construction solutions that unlock opportunities for our clients, communities and people. Specialising in Defence, transport and infrastructure, we offer a unique synergy of local expertise in complex projects and the global perspective of our multinational parent company, Gamuda Berhad. Through engineering innovation, collaborative contracting and leading sustainability practices we’re unlocking opportunities for a better tomorrow.

About the Project

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, coordinate, and administer HV, LV, and SCADA electrical engineering works for civil infrastructure projects. 


• Prepare detailed scopes of work, budgets, and project schedules.  


• Monitor project performance against schedule, budget, and quality requirements, implementing corrective actions as needed.  


• Coordinate and manage electrical subcontractors to ensure compliance with technical, safety, and contractual obligations.  


• Lead commissioning, testing, and energisation of electrical systems in accordance with project requirements and Australian standards.  


• Ensure all electrical works comply with statutory requirements, Australian standards, and client specifications.  


• Coordinate with subcontractors, civil, and mechanical teams to ensure seamless project delivery.  


• Engage with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors to resolve issues, manage expectations, and ensure project objectives are met.  


• Ensure compliance with electrical safety standards, safe energisation procedures, and site-specific SWMS.  

About You

Essential

• Bachelor of Electrical Engineering or equivalent.


• Minimum 8 years electrical engineering experience on industrial, water, or rail infrastructure projects.


• Proven experience delivering HV, LV, and SCADA works.


• Experience managing subcontractors delivering electrical scopes.


• Minimum 3 years in project planning, scheduling, and management.


• Experience in electrical estimating, tender preparation, and contract management.

Desirable

• Experience delivering 33kV systems, including switchgear, transformers, cable installation, testing, and commissioning.


• Strong background in LV distribution, MCCs, control panels, lighting, and power systems for industrial or marine environments.


• Experience integrating PLCs, RTUs, and communication networks; SCADA testing, commissioning, and vendor coordination.

Why work for DTI

Competitive pay that reflects your contribution: We reward performance and impact, with our remuneration benchmarked to market. 
Purpose-driven careers in infrastructure: As we grow our presence in the renewable energy sector, DTI is also continuing to cement its position as a delivery partner of choice across rail, roads and Defence infrastructure projects. Our teams benefit from the variety of opportunities, applying their skills and experience across multiple sectors. 
Fostering your development: We’ve developed a culture where continuous learning is front and centre of everything we do. Fostering the growth and development of our people is key to our success and ensuring that we are preparing the next generation of leaders is a core focus for our business.  
Parental leave designed for the reality of family life: Our industry leading parental leave policies are centred on flexibility to support modern family life, because at DTI, little families are a part of our one big family. 
Flexibility that works for you and for us: We acknowledge that everyone’s needs are different in striking the right work-life integration. Whether it’s hybrid working, adjusted hours, job sharing or balancing family commitments, we’ll work together to make it work. 

This exciting role offers you the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment and to develop your career within a highly successful organisation. 

DT Infrastructure is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that champions opportunity and respect. Our focus on inclusivity is active and ongoing. Women, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and former members of the Australian Defence Force are encouraged to apply.

Visit www.DTInfrastructure.com.au to explore how DTI can support your career progression, unlock personal advantages and apply for our opportunities.

You must hold the right to work in Australia to be eligible for this position.