Experienced Electrical Engineer –

Switchboard Manufacturing & Design

ARC

www.arcswitchboards.com
Wangara, Perth WA
Electrical/Electronic Engineering
Full-time

About Us

ARC is a Perth-based switchboard manufacturer specialising in the design, manufacture, assembly, testing, and supply of high-quality electrical switchboards for commercial, industrial, infrastructure, and construction projects.

We are entering an exciting growth phase and are looking for an experienced Electrical Engineer to join our team and help drive technical quality, documentation standards, production efficiency, compliance, and client confidence.

This role is suited to someone who understands the switchboard manufacturing environment, can work closely with workshop teams, and is confident producing professional technical documentation, drawings, ITPs, QA records, and compliance packages.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer with practical switchboard manufacturing and design knowledge.

You will be responsible for supporting the end-to-end technical delivery of switchboard projects, including design review, shop drawings, component selection, technical submissions, production documentation, ITPs, QA checks, testing documentation, and client handover packs.

This is a hands-on engineering role within a manufacturing business. You will work closely with management, estimators, draftspeople, supervisors, electricians, assemblers, suppliers, and clients to ensure our products are delivered to a high technical and professional standard.

Key Responsibilities

Your duties will include:

• Switchboard design review and technical support

• Preparation and review of shop drawings, single line diagrams, schematics, layouts, and general arrangement drawings

• Preparation of technical submissions and equipment schedules

• Development and management of Inspection and Test Plans, QA documentation, FAT records, and handover packs

• Ensuring switchboards are designed and manufactured in accordance with relevant Australian Standards, client specifications, and project requirements

• Supporting compliance with AS/NZS 61439, AS/NZS 3000, and other applicable standards

• Liaising with clients, consultants, contractors, suppliers, and internal production teams

• Reviewing project specifications, drawings, and tender documentation

• Assisting with technical clarifications, RFIs, variations, and design coordination

• Supporting material selection, procurement, and component approval processes

• Assisting workshop staff with technical queries during manufacture

• Supporting testing, commissioning documentation, and factory acceptance processes

• Identifying design risks, buildability issues, cost-saving opportunities, and value engineering options

• Helping improve internal systems, templates, procedures, ITPs, QA processes, and engineering standards

About You

The successful candidate will have strong technical ability, a practical mindset, and experience working in or around switchboard manufacturing.

You will be confident reviewing drawings, understanding electrical distribution systems, and ensuring documentation is accurate, compliant, and professionally presented.

You will ideally have:

• Experience in switchboard manufacturing, electrical distribution, power systems, or a similar electrical engineering environment

• Strong knowledge of low-voltage switchboards, MSBs, DBs, MCCs, control panels, and associated equipment

• Understanding of AS/NZS 61439 and AS/NZS 3000 requirements

• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, specifications, schematics, and single line diagrams

• Experience preparing or reviewing ITPs, FAT documentation, QA records, and technical submissions

• Strong attention to detail and documentation discipline

• Ability to communicate clearly with workshop staff, clients, suppliers, and project teams

• Practical understanding of manufacturing, assembly, testing, and project delivery

• Strong computer skills and experience with electrical design/drafting software

• A proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvement

Desirable Experience

The following will be highly regarded:

• Experience with AutoCAD, EPLAN, PowerCAD, Simpro, MYOB, or similar systems

• Experience with type-tested or verified switchboard systems

• Experience with Schneider, NHP, ABB, Hager, Legrand, Terasaki, Siemens, or similar switchgear

• Knowledge of protection devices, discrimination, fault levels, cable sizing, metering, CTs, controls, and BMS interfaces

• Experience preparing O&M manuals, MDRs, datasheets, and project handover documentation

• Previous experience working for a switchboard manufacturer, electrical contractor, or electrical equipment supplier

What We Offer

• Full-time role with a growing Perth-based switchboard manufacturer

• Opportunity to take ownership of engineering systems, QA, ITPs, and technical documentation

• Exposure to a wide range of commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects

• Supportive management team with a focus on quality, growth, and professional standards

• Long-term career opportunity as the business continues to expand

• Competitive salary package based on experience

Why Join ARC Switchboards?

This is an opportunity to join a business where your technical knowledge will have a direct impact.

We are not looking for someone to sit in the background. We are looking for a capable engineer who can help lift the standard of our design, documentation, compliance, production support, and client-facing technical delivery.

If you have genuine switchboard experience and want to be part of a growing manufacturer with strong ambitions, we would like to hear from you.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience in switchboard design, manufacturing, documentation, ITPs, QA, and electrical engineering.

Only applicants with relevant electrical engineering, switchboard, manufacturing, or electrical distribution experience will be considered.