Electrical Design Engineer – Hazardous Area Solutions

• Industrial Sensors & Industrial Hazardous Equipment
• Global Leading Company, with an innovative product range
• Fun, challenging environment
• Attractive salary and benefits
• Campbellfield Location

Company Overview

Pepperl+Fuchs is a global company specialising in the design, development, manufacture and sales of electronic-based components, systems and solutions for the global automation market. With more than 7,500 employees across over 80 locations worldwide, we are recognised as a leading innovator and trusted partner in both factory automation and hazardous area protection of plants and processes.

As a global leader in Industrial Sensors, Industrial Communications and interfaces devices, Enterprise Mobility products in Hazardous Area, Pepperl+Fuchs delivers innovative, high-quality and customised solutions to a broad range of industries including Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Chemical, Pharmaceuticals, Water & Wastewater, Mining and Power Distribution, Logistics and Material Handling, Mobile Equipment, AGV, Packaging and Process Equipment.

Our comprehensive product portfolio ranges from intrinsic safe isolators and signal conditioners through to advanced fieldbus technologies, fully customised explosion protection systems, Industrial Automation products and solutions such as Industrial Sensors and standard components to customised solutions tailored to countless markets. Our strong commitment to innovation, engineering excellence, quality and sustainable growth has paved the way for our continued global success and reputation for technical leadership.

Our Australian Solution Engineering Centre designs and manufactures customer-specific hazardous area assemblies, including flameproof and increased safety enclosures, junction and terminal boxes, and control stations.

About the role & what we look for

We are seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to translate customer requirements into practical, compliant designs and clear manufacturing drawings. Working closely with proposal engineers and customers, you will collaborate with Order Management, Production and Quality teams to develop solutions within the scope of existing certifications and support each order through drawing approval, assembly and testing. You will bring a hands-on approach, sound technical judgement and the ability to visualise a complete solution—turning concepts and schematics into equipment that meets customer needs and can be built efficiently.

Why join Pepperl+Fuchs?

This is an exceptional opportunity for an energetic and motivated individual who wants to be an integral part of a global market-leading company with an excellent reputation globally and throughout Australia and New Zealand. As part of our team, you will enjoy working in a fun yet professional environment, facing varied challenges daily. The successful applicant will be part of a progressive and professional team where training and ongoing personal development are encouraged and fostered. Working with a Global professional organisation, the opportunities and professional growth will ensure a rewarding and successful career at Pepperl+Fuchs.

What you will do

• Prepare detailed general arrangement drawings, electrical schematics diagrams, heat dissipation, machining details and bills of materials using AutoCAD and relevant engineering systems.
• Interpret customer specifications, IECEx certificates and approved design documentation to select suitable enclosures, components and configurations.
• Check electrical ratings, heat dissipation, component spacing, cable entries, earthing and other requirements relevant to the certified design.
• Create complete bill of materials in the ERP per customer approved drawings.
• Manage drawing submissions, customer comments and revisions, and issue complete, checked documentation for production.
• Resolve technical queries on the factory floor and support inspection, factory acceptance testing and final documentation.
• Identify requests outside the approved design scope and work with the responsible engineering and compliance personnel to resolve them.

What you will bring

• A degree in electrical engineering or a closely related discipline, with practical electrical design and manufacturing documentation experience.
• Strong AutoCAD skills and experience with electrical assemblies and electrical panels for hazardous area installations.
• Working knowledge of IECEx certification and Ex d and Ex e protection concepts, including the ability to interpret certificate limitations and approved drawings.
• Working knowledge of AS/NZS 3000 Australian/New Zealand Wiring Rules, AS/NZS 61439 Australian/New Zealand standard for low-voltage switchgear and control gear assemblies and relevant AS/NZS 60079 hazardous area standards, with the ability to apply these requirements alongside IECEx certificates and approved manufacturing drawings.
• Experience interpreting and applying ATEX and UL/cUL hazardous location certification requirements would be highly regarded.
• Sound knowledge of component selection, wiring, protection, earthing and mechanical layout, supported by careful checking and document control.
• Ability to prioritise multiple projects, balancing various activities and competing demands.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team as well as the strong propensity to support production.
• Clear communication, practical problem-solving and the ability to manage several orders and agreed delivery dates.

Experience with purge and pressurisation systems, intrinsic safety, ERP bills of materials and formal hazardous area training along with familiarity in ITP, FAT, QA and QC would be advantageous.

How to apply

If you believe you have the necessary experience and qualifications, and fit this role, and would like to join our professional team, then this may be the organisation that can support you in your efforts to further your aspirations. An excellent salary will be negotiated with the right applicant.

Please click on "Apply" to send your resume along with a brief cover letter to express your interest.

Please note:

Ensure you have the necessary work rights to live and work in Australia indefinitely before applying. Kindly note, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Join Pepperl+Fuchs today and embark on an exciting journey in the world of automation and innovation.