(Senior) Electrical Engineer (gn)

About us

With our Global headquarters in Wadgassen (Germany), several locations worldwide, Perth and Port Hedland, over 80 years of experience in the planning, design, manufacture, supply and maintenance of materials handling systems, KOCH Solutions offers customized solutions as a full-service provider, optimally tailored to the requirements of our customers.

Since September 2023 KOCH Solutions unites various strong brands of our industry under one global umbrella. With the acquisition of a mix of intellectual property and order backlog of legacy FLSmidth, Sandvik and Thyssenkrupp Mining Technologies portfolios, such as stackers, reclaimers, ship loaders, car dumpers, train loading stations and conveyors, we are the partner of choice to our customers with our unique selling offering, bringing together the best of more than 200 years of collective knowledge in the Mining and Bulk Materials Handling business.

For our branch office in Perth we’re looking for a (Senior) Electrical Engineer (gn) with immediate effect:

Tasks & responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical systems for mining and bulk material handling machines (e.g., conveyors, crushers, stackers, reclaimers).
• Create electrical designs for power distribution, motor control systems, automation, and instrumentation specific to mining and bulk handling equipment.
• Prepare technical specifications and ensure compliance with industry-specific standards and regulations (e.g., IEC, NEC, ATEX).
• Manage and oversee electrical aspects of projects for heavy machinery, from concept through installation and commissioning.
• Evaluate and select electrical components and systems, ensuring durability and reliability in harsh mining environments.
• Conduct on-site testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning of electrical systems and equipment in mining and material handling plants.
• Ensure safety compliance with relevant electrical codes and standards, particularly in explosive or hazardous areas.
• Create detailed documentation (electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, control system diagrams) for mining equipment.
• Collaborate with suppliers and contractors to ensure high-quality and timely delivery of electrical components and services.
• Provide technical support for maintenance teams, focusing on diagnosing faults and ensuring maximum uptime of equipment.
• Identify energy-saving opportunities and improve the efficiency and reliability of electrical systems in mining and material handling processes.

It is not necessary for your profile and life to match our profile expectations perfectly in every detail. It is much more important that we complement each other well, that you share your ideas and are willing to grow together with us.

Qualifications & experience

• Completed studies in electrical engineering, mechatronics, automation technology or similar (Bachelor, Master, Diploma), preferably with a subsequent doctorate.
• Alternatively, technical vocational training, possibly with subsequent further training.
• Several years of professional experience in electrical design and planning, ideally in mining and bulk material handling engineering.
• Business fluent English, other foreign languages are welcome.
• Willingness to travel nationally and internationally.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Five weeks annual leave.
• Professional growth development.
• Collaborative environment outstanding culture and company events.
• Strong pipeline of (serivice) projects across Mining and Bulk Materials Handling.