Electrical Engineer

Join SGS as an Electrical Protection Engineer and become part of a specialist team delivering critical testing, maintenance and commissioning services across electrical infrastructure. Working within our Electrical Engineering business, you will provide technical expertise across protection systems, substations, switchgear, transformers and associated high-voltage equipment, ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently and in accordance with industry standards and client requirements. This is a hands-on role suited to an experienced electrical professional who enjoys a combination of field-based testing, fault finding, technical reporting and customer support. Key responsibilities include, however are not limited to: Conduct protection relay testing, commissioning and maintenance of substations Perform transformer, circuit breaker, cable and earth testing Carry out thermography and corona inspections on electrical assets Undertake fault finding, testing, repair and maintenance of low-voltage and high-voltage electrical equipment Read and interpret single-line diagrams to support testing and maintenance activities Produce accurate testing records and formal technical reports Work in accordance with relevant statutory regulations, standards, SGS procedures and client requirements Conduct site safety assessments and ensure compliance with health and safety legislation and industry best practice Liaise with clients to understand project requirements, provide technical advice and ensure customer satisfaction Perform equipment calibration checks and maintain testing instruments in accordance with manufacturer specifications Identify and document preventative maintenance requirements to optimise asset performance and reliability To be successful in the role you will have: Tertiary qualification in Electrical Engineering Current WA C Class Driver’s Licence Demonstrated experience with MV and HV switchgear, transformers, HV cables, switchboards and circuit breakers Proven experience producing technical reports and accurately recording test data Ability to read and interpret single-line diagrams Strong communication, organisational and time management skills Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively with minimal supervision Highly regarded: Electrical Workers Level “A” Licence Experience using testing equipment such as Omicron, Doble and Megger Experience supporting growth and development within the HV electrical market WHY SGS? Working at SGS means joining an innovative, Global company. Here are some of the benefits to working for SGS. • As a company, we have embraced the shift to flexible work • Sustainability is embedded in our culture and the way we do business • Paid parental leave • Paid time for volunteering day and blood donations • Corporate health & wellbeing offers • Ongoing learning & development • Career development opportunities (Nationally and Globally) • SGS Rewards: Our employee benefits platform with access to retail and online discounts and cashback COME TO WORK AND BE 100% YOU SGS Australia supports a diverse workforce, we encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures – including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQI+ community and people living with disability. Providing employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people is an important part of our SGS Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP). We truly believe the diversity among us will continue to foster a strong, innovative, and forward-thinking workplace. SGS Australia acknowledges and pays respect to the past, present and future Traditional Custodians and Elders of this nation and the continuation of cultural, spiritual, and educational practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.