Electrical Engineering Technician

RIGCOM seeks a skilled and experienced Electrical Engineering Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge and hands-on experience assembling, installing, testing, calibrating, and repairing electrical equipment and installations

• Assisting Electrical Engineers and Engineering Technologists in designing and laying out electrical systems for substations, switchgear, cabling, and motor control systems.
• Creating technical drawings, schematics, and plans for electrical systems and installations.

• Conducting tests on electrical systems, gathering data, performing complex calculations, and preparing visual representations such as charts and graphs.
• Estimating the required materials, costs, and quantities for projects.
• Reviewing designs and final products to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Performing electrical workshop tasks, including installing components for protection relays, metering systems, and indication devices.
• Assisting with research and experimental projects.
• Supporting the engineering team by preparing cost estimates and ensuring systems comply with relevant safety and technical regulations. Registration or certification may be required.

• A high school diploma or equivalent; advanced technical training or certification preferred.
• Minimum 8 years of wind industry experience.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in electrical engineering.
• Proficiency in composite repair techniques such as vacuum infusion process.
• Familiarity with wind turbine operations and maintenance.
• Strong understanding of safety standards and procedures.
• Ability to work at heights and in various weather conditions.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Effective verbal and written communication in English is required.
• A valid driver's license and willingness to travel to various remote wind farm locations in the AU/NZ and APAC regions are required.
• Physical and emotional capability to ascend to considerable heights (100m/330ft) by vertical ladder, suspended platform, boom truck, lifts, or utilising rope access technology multiple times per day while carrying up to 15 kg/30 lbs of additional weight.
• Physical capability to bend, kneel, climb, and squat with full range of motion and for prolonged periods.
• Ability to work effectively within a diverse team.
• Ability to work productively in a variety of adverse conditions.
• Physical and psychological fitness, with the ability to successfully submit to drug and alcohol testing on a random schedule.

• GWO Blade Repair or equivalent certification in composite repair (e.g., GL Certification) by OEMs.
• GWO BST, CPR, Confined Space Entry and Works, Low Voltage (LV) Awareness
• Experience with multi-brands of wind turbine blades.
• Knowledge of relevant software for documentation and reporting.
• IRATA (would be an advantage)

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Supportive and inclusive work environment.

Please send your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications to recruitment@rigcom.com.au with the subject line "Advance Blade Repair Technician Application—[Your Name].”

RIGCOM is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.