BlueScope is an Australian-born global success story spanning 15 countries. Our team of over 16,500 people is our strength and we want our people to be safe, successful and well. We’re leaders and innovators in transforming steel into smart products and solutions that support society, today and in the future. We’re proud of brands, like COLORBOND ® steel that inspire and protect everything from hospitals to bridges and stadiums.
The Opportunity
Our Port Kembla Manufacturing facility is looking for an Electrical Engineer (Power Systems) in our Power Systems and Governance Capital Engineering team based in Port Kembla. As a part of the broader Australian Steel Products portfolio, we have six major manufacturing sites at Port Kembla that deliver a variety of products, innovative solutions and services to our export and domestic customers.
Safe, secure, and reliable power systems are essential to our steel manufacturing operations and the ability to transform manufacturing processes. The Power Systems and Governance Capital Engineering Department play a key role in this by applying specialist power system engineering skills to design, manage and execute power system projects. You’ll be responsible for assisting the Power Systems Manager in delivering these specialised services, overseeing the execution of capital projects, ensuring compliance with governance requirements, and driving continuous improvement.
This opportunity welcomes applications from both junior and experienced Electrical Engineers with a background in site-based Electrical project engineering. We encourage Engineers that have a strong interest in power systems to apply.
What Will You Do?
As an Electrical Engineer working within Power Systems and Governance team, you will apply your technical knowledge to execute high voltage projects, including both primary and secondary systems. In doing so you will:
- prepare detailed calculations for equipment selection and equipment configuration.
- develop power system models and conduct studies.
- develop electrical drawings and reports.
- develop equipment and installation specifications.
- develop commissioning documentation.
- plan and coordinate relevant stakeholders and resources to execute project work.
- provide technical support for the high voltage operations and maintenance teams.
More About You
You will have a strong foundation in the Electrical Engineering field, with your expertise being crucial in ensuring that projects are successfully executed, with a continuous improvement mindset you will also bring:
- an Electrical Engineering degree
- strong written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated experience leading small-medium projects
- a strong interest in power systems and sound understanding of High voltage equipment and their operation
- experience in completing Load Flow and Fault Studies, Protection design, Equipment specification and selection and preparing Installation technical specifications
- a strong safety focus, knowledge of auditing, incident reporting and hazard analysis
- high attention to detail and sound planning and coordination skills
Why BlueScope
As we’re creating strength for the future through our people, products and solutions, BlueScope gives you opportunities to innovate, learn and grow with the business, supported by inclusive leadership and a positive, passionate team. At BlueScope, you’ll:
- Learn and develop as you grow. With opportunities to build skills specific to your role and aspirations, our lifelong learning culture will support your future career pathways.
- Create innovative solutions. Seek better, smarter ways to solve problems, create sustainable solutions and make things happen.
- Experience connection and care. Experience a positive, inclusive work environment where we look out for each other’s safety and wellbeing.
- Deliver work that matters. Every action you take matters in delivering for our customers and strengthening communities for the future. We value what you do.
At BlueScope, we offer work-life flexibility through our B-flex program. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every employee feels respected and valued to be their authentic selves, and welcome people of all backgrounds, skills, experiences and perspectives. We encourage Women and First Nations people to apply. We’re passionate about driving sustainability outcomes that matter to our communities, including action on climate and our 2050 net zero goal.
Bring your energy and make your mark, as, together, we drive Our Purpose: “We create and inspire smart solutions in steel, to strengthen communities for the future.”
Come and discover us at www.bluescope.com/auscareers
Join us, creating strength for the future.
Applications close Monday 30th March 2026.
