Electrical, Instrumentation & Controls Engineers - Water Infrastructure

Stantec’s Water team in Australia has an impressive portfolio of successful major projects that are already positively impacting our communities across the country. We know that finding solutions to our water issues is critical, and so our diverse network of 400+ water specialists in Australia collaborate across business lines and geographies to ensure the best outcomes are achieved. With exciting projects in the pipeline, we are looking to expand our teams and seek the change-makers, innovators, leaders and collaborators to join us. How will you impact Australia’s water solutions? Grow with us, H2O+U.

Our water group has secured multiple long term framework contracts and significant career defining major projects with key water authority clients across Australia and locally in South-East Queensland.  This has created a great opportunity for experienced Electrical, Instrumentation & Controls Engineers (EI&C) to join our water infrastructure team!

About the role:

We are seeking EI&C Engineers with consultancy experience for our thriving Brisbane, Gold Coast or Sunshine Coast office. You will research, develop, and design electrical and controls equipment, systems, and networks for engineering projects in our Water Division. Depending on your level of experience, you will work under the general direction of a Senior/Principal Engineer and be responsible for projects or parts of large, complex projects requiring a sound knowledge of electrical and/or I&C engineering.

The EI&C Engineer is responsible for:

• Performing electrical and I&C engineering design which includes modelling, engineering drawings, calculations, reports and design criteria to support electrical engineering projects.
• Performing calculations to analyze and design electrical systems using company standard software and proprietary manufacturer software.
• Assisting in the design of electrical and control systems and the development of drawings, schedules and  specifications.
• Contributing to the development of electrical systems, through sketches, electronic models, diagrams, and other visual formats.
• Assisting in the preparation of engineering project documents, client presentations, client contact and communication pertaining to specific project deliverables
• Coordinating with other disciplines to ensure compatibility with the design intent.
• Prepare electrical and control system documents by developing construction specifications, drawings and schedules
• Assisting in the review of shop drawings and submittals, responding to requests for information, preparing site observation reports, and performing other contract administration tasks.
• Recognising when technical problems are developing and initiateing appropriate corrective actions
• Being available for site visits or project commissioning as required from time to time
• Being stationed in a client environment on small secondments when requires
• Recognizsing and championing safe working practices in the industry

To be successful for this role you'll present:

• Tertiary Qualification in Engineering with an emphasis on Electrical or Instrumentation/Controls.
• Previous experience working in consultancy is a must.
• Between 3 to 10 years’ experience in a similar position with well-rounded experience in Water and Wastewater projects.
• Knowledge and experience in LV and MV power systems in Australia.
• Experience with industry standard power engineering software tools such as PowerCAD, SKM PTW and ETAP.
• Highly developed communication skills to successfully engage with clients and other stakeholders to achieve mutually successful project outcomes.
• Be working towards or have achieved CPEng and RPEQ status.
• Be willing to offer mentorship to junior engineers based on appropriate level of knowledge.
• Have full work rights to work in Australia.

Stantec offerings:

Along with a competitive salary and vibrant culture, we offer many other benefits to ensure your professional development & wellbeing is ongoing.

• Genuine Flexible Working Arrangements – Including work from home opportunities, provision for school term contracts, job sharing and part time employment
• Learning and Talent Development Programs - Including Global programs, online learning and on-the-job learning
• Option to purchase up to 4 weeks additional leave.
• Mentoring for your own development and the opportunity to mentor others
• Professional Memberships, Salary Continuance Insurance (SCI), Service Recognition Awards
• Mental Health and Wellbeing Programs, Employee Assistance Program

About us

The Stantec community unites approximately 30,000 employees working in over 450 locations across six continents. We collaborate across sectors and industries to bring water, transport, energy, architecture, and infrastructure projects to life. Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction and commissioning is built on a nearly 200-year history. So, when we take on a project, we see the opportunity to make a lasting connection with the people and places where we live and work.

It's our people that sets us apart … and we hope that includes you.

How to apply

Please submit your most recent CV outlining your experience relevant to this role by following the ‘apply’ link.

No Agency CV’s will be accepted.