Undergaduate Engineer - Electrical

• Industry Recognition – Be part of a company known for its expertise and excellence in mineral processing
• Earn While You Learn – Apply your university studies in a real-world engineering environment and gain practical industry experience
• Career Pathway – Build your future with opportunities to transition into DRA's Graduate Engineer Program upon completion of your degree

About DRA Global

DRA Global Limited (DRA or the Company) is an international multi-disciplinary engineering, project delivery and operations management group, predominantly focused on the mining, minerals and metals industry.

The Group has an extensive track record spanning four decades across a wide range of commodities. DRA's teams have deep expertise in the mining, minerals and metals processing industries, as well as related non-process infrastructure such as water and energy solutions.

DRA covers all major mining centres with offices across Africa and the Middle East, North and South America, and Asia-Pacific.

The Role

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an Undergraduate Electrical Engineer to join our Brisbane based engineering team on a Casual or vacation employment basis.

Working under the guidance of experienced engineers, you will gain exposure to the design and delivery of electrical systems for mineral processing projects while developing your technical skills and industry knowledge. This role provides the opportunity to work alongside multidisciplinary teams and contribute to a range of engineering studies and projects.

Key Duties

• Assist with the design and development of electrical systems including power distribution, lighting, communications and control systems
• Support engineers in preparing electrical drawings, schematics and technical documentation
• Assist with engineering calculations including equipment sizing, load calculations and voltage drop assessments
• Contribute to technical studies, research activities and project investigations
• Work collaboratively with electrical engineers, designers and multidisciplinary project teams
• Participate in design reviews and project meetings
• Develop proficiency in engineering software and industry design tools
• Support the preparation of reports, presentations and project deliverables

You Will Have

• Currently studying a Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical Engineering) or equivalent
• Completed at least your second year of study
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment
• A genuine interest in mining, minerals processing and industrial projects
• Exposure to ETAP or other electrical engineering software is advantageous

Here at DRA, We Offer

• Competitive remuneration
• Flexible work arrangements to support your studies
• Hands-on experience on real projects
• Exposure to experienced engineers and industry specialists
• Structured learning and development opportunities
• A collaborative and inclusive team culture
• Opportunity to progress into our Graduate Engineer Development Program upon completion of your degree

We value diversity and the benefits it brings to achieving our objectives, enhancing our reputation, and attracting, engaging, and retaining talented people. We welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of gender, age, disability and ethnicity, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Our commitment to equal opportunities and a diverse workplace is embodied in our values of People, Safety, Trust, Integrity, Excellence and Courage.