_{16th October, 2026}

UON Energy for Every Future:


At UON, we’re delivering innovative energy solutions for the resources sector — with a clear goal to help reduce fossil fuel use on site by 30% over the next five years.

We’re looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer who brings technical confidence, curiosity and a collaborative mindset. If you enjoy solving complex problems, mentoring others and seeing your designs come to life in the field, this could be a great next step.

You’ll join a supportive, highly skilled engineering team delivering practical, site-specific solutions across power, pumping, controls, renewables and infrastructure projects.


What You’ll Do

• Lead electrical engineering input across design, product selection, testing, installation and commissioning.
• Provide technical guidance on motor control centres, switchboards, control panels, generators, drives, renewable energy technologies, high-voltage equipment and control systems.
• Review client specifications, tenders, drawings, calculations and technical deliverables for quality, compliance and constructability.
• Support site activities through inspections, commissioning and practical technical problem-solving.
• Mentor engineers, chair technical reviews and contribute to a culture of learning, safety and continuous improvement.
• Partner with clients, suppliers and cross-functional teams to deliver smarter, reliable energy solutions.

About You

• Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical or Electronic Engineering, or an equivalent recognised qualification.
• At least seven years of post-graduate industry experience.
• Strong understanding of relevant Australian Standards, construction processes and technical compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated experience across electrical design and several of the following: switchboards, control panels, generators, drives, renewable energy systems, high-voltage equipment or control systems.
• Commercial awareness and the ability to balance technical quality, safety, schedule and cost.
• Clear written and verbal communication, with confidence working directly with clients, suppliers and project teams.

Highly Regarded

• Experience using PowerCad-5.
• Exposure to power generation, industrial energy systems, electrical infrastructure or asset-intensive project environments.
• Experience mentoring engineers or leading technical design and review activities.

Why Join Us?

• Take ownership of technically varied power and energy projects from design through commissioning.
• Influence engineering quality, product selection and practical project outcomes.
• Work closely with experienced technical, operational and commercial professionals.
• Help develop engineering capability through mentoring, technical reviews and continuous improvement.
• Contribute to safe, dependable and forward-looking energy solutions.

Why UON?

• Permanent, full-time opportunity
• Career growth in a dynamic, growing engineering business
• Ongoing training and development
• Corporate health cover options
• Referral bonuses, novated leasing and an active social club

UON is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly supports diversity in our workforce. Applicants from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, are encouraged to apply.

Note: Only applicants with unrestricted rights to work in Australia will be considered for this position.

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