JLE Manufacturing and Hire is an industry leading electrical engineering and contracting company based in Regional NSW.
JLE Group’s dedicated electrical manufacturing division specialises in electrical services and supplies for underground mining, tunneling, civil construction and rail industries across Australia. Manufacturing items such as Substations, Switchboard, Distribution boards, Lighting boxes & project installation works.

The Electrical Engineering Draftsperson role will be involved in preparing cost estimates for the manufacture of electrical substations, switchboards & associated control gear for mining and tunnelling clients. 
You will primarily be responsible for the accurate and timely preparation of quotes and tender submissions to ensure the constant flow of work through the business. Assist in electrical engineering research, design, manufacture, assembly, construction, operation and maintenance of equipment, facilities and distribution systems.

 

Responsibilities:

• Securing and maintaining a healthy pipeline for manufacturing projects
• Ensuring bid accuracy both technically and commercially
• Maintaining a high standard of ethics
• Facilitating the handover from estimating to engineering/construction teams
• Drive value engineering for both clients and JLE
• Preparing drawings, plans and diagrams of electrical installations and circuitry 
• Assisting Electrical Engineers and Engineering Technologists in design and layout of electrical installations and circuitry on substations, switchgear, cabling systems and motor control systems 
• Collecting data, performing tests and complex calculations, graphing results, and preparing charts and tabulations
• Estimating materials costs and quantities
• Inspecting designs and finished products for compliance with specifications and regulations 
• Assembling, installing, testing, calibrating, modifying and repairing electrical equipment and installations to conform with regulations and safety requirements 
• Undertaking electrical workshop functions such as installing assemblies for protection relays, metering and indicating devices 
• Assisting with research and experimentation programs 

 

Knowledge, experience and attributes sought:

• Great communication and time management skills
• Current drivers licence and working rights in Australia
• Knowledge of LV & MV equipment & switchgear
• At least 5 year's experience in the electrical industry (electrical manufacturing preferred)
• Ability to use computer systems and Autocad software

Why work with us?

We understand the importance of a healthy work life balance and are able to offer family focused hours to suit your needs.

• We have an exciting Employee Benefits platform offering exclusive discounts on retail and healthcare as well as discounted gym memberships and novated leasing options.
• Access to Commonwealth Bank Workplace banking benefits.
• We engage and reward our employees with a monthly values awards program and recognition in our newsletter.
• Competitive salary.
• Career progression pathways.
• Friendly team and flexible work conditions.
• Secure ongoing work.