Job Description We’re seeking a Degree-qualified Electrical Design Specialist to join our team, bridging the gap between design and build. You’ll produce high-quality electrical designs and enclosures for automated machinery that meet specifications, standards, and cost targets—ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient automation solutions. The role is a full-time , 2-year fixed term opportunity with a possibility to extend, and is based at our headquarters in Clayton, Melbourne and may involve some local / regional and occasional interstate travel. Position responsibilities will include: Creating detailed electrical drawings and enclosure designs using EPlan P8. Designing LV and ELV circuits, junction boxes, and electrical architecture for power, signal distribution, motors, drives, power supplies, and distributed I/O. Generating accurate BOMs, documentation, and participate in design reviews to flag risks and optimize build outcomes. Applying safety standards via risk assessments, peer reviews, and design audits. Integrating industrial fieldbus protocols (Ether CAT, Profinet, Ethernet/IP, RS-232, RS-485) for automation systems. Supporting prototyping and commissioning phases with hands‑on troubleshooting and assembly assistance. Coordinating with project teams—including external suppliers and contract manufacturers—to align design with project timelines and budgets. Providing time estimates, assisting build teams during commissioning and hand‑over phases. Contributing to internal design standards to boost quality, reduce costs, and improve consistency.
