Senior Designer - Electrical (Resources + Industry)

Company Description

AECOM is seeking a Senior Designer - Electrical (Resources + Industry) to be based in South Africa's Enterprise Capabilities office in Centurion. This position will support a team locally based in South Africa and Global Teams. The team's core focus is delivering mining, industrial and associated designs into AECOM's global Resources + Industry business. As a part of AECOM's culture, it offers a flexible hybrid work arrangement which accommodates both office and out-of-office work schedules.

About Enterprise Capabilities

Fundamental to our Think and Act Globally strategy and digital adoption, Enterprise Capabilities (EC) is AECOM’s primary vehicle for workshare. Operating across geographic boundaries and time-zones, EC partners with regional and Global Business Line project teams to provide technical expertise, accelerate delivery and keep AECOM competitive in the industry.

With a team of over 3000 technical professionals located across nine countries and remote technical anchors, EC teams are trusted to deliver high-quality, specialist services that help to fill capability gaps, resourcing needs and technical constraints on projects of all scopes and sizes.

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Job Description

As a Senior Designer - Electrical (Resources + Industry) you will be a key contributor within a multidisciplinary design team, working closely with regional engineers, designers, project managers and global delivery teams to deliver high-quality, cost-effective and fit-for-purpose solutions on mining and industrial projects. Working within a collaborative global delivery model, you will contribute to the successful execution of projects while maintaining alignment with clients, regulatory, and quality requirements.

Here is what you will do:

• Produce and coordinate detailed electrical designs, layouts drawings, models and documentation in accordance with the standards applicable to the project location, client specifications, and project requirements.
• Perform advanced electrical design and drafting using AutoCAD, MicroStation, ProjectWise, BIM Forma and other relevant software.
• Develop concept and detailed designs for mine services, materials handling facilities, transport systems, water infrastructure, fuel facilities, industrial plants and associated electrical systems.
• Coordinate electrical designs with mechanical, structural, civil, process and control systems disciplines to ensure fully integrated design outcomes.
• Participate in model reviews, design reviews and clash resolution activities to support efficient project delivery.
• Manage drawing registers, design deliverables, document workflows and assigned work packages.
• Conduct quality reviews of your own work and provide checking and mentoring support to junior designers.
• Collaborate effectively with regional project teams, stakeholders and clients to manage technical queries, priorities and deliverables.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, design innovation and the development of standardised work practices.
• Support the development of engineering capability and knowledge sharing across the global delivery network.

Here’s what we’re looking for:

• Able to work independently on complex electrical design tasks while seeking clarification where the technical basis is incomplete.
• Accurate and disciplined, with a strong record of self-checking and document control.
• Clear communicator who can collaborate confidently across countries, cultures and disciplines.
• Organised and able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines without losing control of quality.
• Proactive and solutions-focused, with the confidence to raise design concerns and risks early.
• Collaborative and willing to mentor colleagues, share knowledge and support team delivery.
• Demonstrated experience supporting Australian, North American, or other international engineering projects within a global delivery environment.
• Familiarity with Australian Standards, client specifications and engineering delivery practices is highly desirable. Demonstrated learning agility and the ability to quickly adopt new standards and project requirements are essential.

Qualifications

• An associated degree, diploma or advanced diploma in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Design or a related discipline.
• At least 8 years of electrical design and drafting experience within mining, resources, industrial, energy or heavy industry sectors.
• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD and/or MicroStation, with experience producing coordinated 2D and 3D design deliverables.
• Experience with engineering document management systems such as ProjectWise and controlled digital delivery workflows.
• Experience across concept, pre-feasibility, feasibility, detailed design or construction-support phases.
• Professional fluency in written and spoken English and confidence collaborating with international stakeholders.
• Experience in materials handling, underground crushing, mine infrastructure and services, pump stations, ventilation, fuel facilities, industrial power or substations - advantageous
• Experience with BIM coordination and multidisciplinary model review environments - advantageous
• Experience delivering Australian or other international projects and applying project-specific standards - advantageous
• Demonstrated experience mentoring junior designers and contributing to design capability development - advantageous

Additional Information

At AECOM, you will have freedom to grow in a world of opportunity

At AECOM, our Freedom to Grow philosophy supports flexibility and balance to help our people thrive. As part of this approach, we ask all hybrid employees to work from an AECOM office at least three days per week.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.