At PHE Engineering, we don’t just deliver projects — we support Australia’s most critical infrastructure. With a strong reputation across energy, mining, and heavy industry, we’re growing our engineering team and looking for a Senior Electrical Project Engineer to lead complex brownfield upgrades for an iconic Tier 1 client. Based in Brisbane, this role will suit someone with strong technical capability, project leadership experience, and a willingness to travel to site when required. Responsibilities and accountabilities: Leading end-to-end electrical project delivery, from design through to commissioning. Managing a team of Electrical Project Engineers and mentoring junior team members. Developing and reviewing engineering documentation to meet technical, safety, and regulatory standards. Supporting procurement, FAT/SAT, commissioning, and quality assurance activities. Working cross-functionally with internal teams, clients, and vendors to drive successful outcomes. Participating in risk reviews, design workshops, and Safety in Design processes. The ideal candidate will possess: A degree in Electrical Engineering (CPEng eligibility ideal). 5 years of experience in brownfield infrastructure projects, ideally in energy, generation, or heavy industry. Experience leading or guiding engineering teams. A confident communicator and collaborator who thrives in fast-paced, complex environments. Strong working knowledge of Australian Standards and engineering governance. ABOUT US: PHE has 50 years’ experience in providing electrical and instrumentation operation support services to clients throughout Australia in a range of industries including: Mining, Hydropower generation, Remote gas power generations plants Pulp and paper manufacturing Timber processing industries Major projects we have been involved in: Snowy Hydro - Tumut 3 Power Station Controls & Protection Upgrade Snowy Hydro - Murray 1 Power Station Technology Upgrade Snowy Hydro - Tumut 1 & Tumut 2 Power Station Transformer and Line Protection Upgrades. Newcrest Mining - Cadia East Underground Panel Cave 2 East Crusher Cadia Valley Operations, Orange Newcrest Mining CON 1 T3 Hydrofloat Project Oz Minerals - Carrapateena Why Join PHE? Join a business with a 50 year track record in powering Australian industry. Work with respected clients on high-impact engineering projects. Be part of a collaborative, down-to-earth team that values growth and initiative. Brisbane-based role with occasional project site travel. Opportunities to build your technical leadership and step into more senior roles. Please note: You must have the right to live and work permanently in Australia PHE conducts pre-employment medical, Drug and Alcohol testing and a National Police Check prior to employment.
