ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.
Job Description
- Annual Wellness Benefit
- Discounted Private Health Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
About the Project
ACCIONA is delivering the Alkimos Seawater Desalination Plant, a major water infrastructure development that will strengthen long‑term water security for the region. The plant integrates advanced electrical, mechanical, and process systems to safely treat and distribute seawater. Our teams are focused on safe delivery, innovation, technical excellence, and sustainable outcomes that support essential community services.
About the Opportunity
The Project Engineer, Electrical (Commissioning) will lead and support the safe energisation, commissioning, and performance verification of electrical systems across the desalination plant. The role ensures correct installation, carries out electrical checks, verifies system functionality, and supports process and mechanical testing as systems transition toward operations.
Working closely with construction, process, mechanical, operations, and vendor teams, this position drives electrical readiness, resolves technical issues, and ensures commissioning activities comply with safety, quality, and industry standards.
What are the key accountabilities for the position?
-Develop and implement electrical commissioning plans, ITPs, and procedures
-Coordinate commissioning readiness with construction, operations, OEMs, and vendors
-Perform electrical checks including insulation resistance, continuity, MCC and switchboard verification
-Energise equipment safely and complete functional and performance testing
-Support process and mechanical commissioning teams during integrated testing
-Troubleshoot and resolve electrical faults with suppliers and specialist technicians
-Ensure compliance with electrical safety legislation, permits, and isolation procedures
-Clear electrical punch items and maintain accurate test records and reports
-Support training, documentation, and handover to operations
Required Skills and Competencies
-Bachelor of Electrical Engineering (required)
-Experience in electrical commissioning in heavy industry, water infrastructure, energy, or similar sectors
-Strong knowledge of LV and HV systems, motor control, instrumentation, and protection systems
-Ability to work effectively across electrical, mechanical, and process engineering teams
-Proven commitment to safe work practices and high-quality outcomes
What we offer
At ACCIONA, engineers work on major infrastructure that delivers lasting community value. You’ll collaborate with specialist teams, apply innovative engineering solutions, and contribute to a flagship water project with long-term environmental benefits. We offer professional development pathways and an inclusive, supportive culture where people can grow and make an impact.
ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in Australia, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.