Recruitment for Electrical Engineering

Electrical engineering is one of the fastest growing engineering disciplines in Australia. There are currently more than 33,000 electrical engineers employed across the country, and according to Jobs and Skills Australia, at least 2,000 more roles are added each year. In total, electrical engineering roles are forecasted to double by 2029.

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Ignite Recruitment for Electrical Engineering

Ignite specialises in electrical engineering recruitment – helping organisations to connect with high quality talent across project and long term tenures. Our recruiters have specific, real-world experience in managing clients in manufacturing, renewable energy, utilities, construction, and infrastructure.

According to the Clean Energy Council/Engineers Australia, more than half of all electrical engineers currently working in Australia were born overseas, a clear sign that domestic supply has never been able to keep pace with demand. At Ignite, we understand that most organisations want to secure engineers with technical skills, in-field experience, and ideally a background in the type of electrical engineering that matches the new position.

Finding the right electrical engineers to fulfill a project, create a new team, or replace valuable positions goes beyond matching a resume with a job description. Our recruiters will interview, assess, test skills, and qualify potential candidates to ensure that we’re only putting forward the prospects that have the experience, attitude, and aptitude that aligns with the business.

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For Employers

Ignite works with Australian organisations big and small across energy, utilities, defence, construction, and manufacturing. We can recruit for permanent roles, contract and temporary staffing, and specialist/highly technical, niche placements. We tailor our approach to electrical engineering recruitment to ensure that each new onboarded staff member both meets and exceeds expectations.

For Job Seekers

Ignite can help you to unlock new career opportunities in renewable energy, manufacturing, and infrastructure. Whether you’ve recently graduated or you’re looking to advance your career, our recruitment team can provide guidance and direction to match your skills with a competitive salary, new challenges, and the career growth you’re looking for. In electrical engineering, we can also help to identify and align your next position with your career aspirations; we regularly have clients that require engineers on project based contracts, temporary positions, and permanent roles.

Electrical Engineering Roles We Can Recruit

We can help fill roles in electrical engineering across Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Canberra, and Perth. Electrical engineering is one of the most in demand roles we recruit for, particularly with new projects like EnergyConnect, Australia’s largest energy transmission; the HumeLink 500kV transmission line, the Central-West Orana Renewable Energy Zone; and the AEMO-mapped pipeline of wind, solar, and battery storage projects in Queensland and Victoria.

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Electrical Engineers

Design, develop, and maintain electrical systems for various applications.

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Power Systems Engineers

Work on power generation, distribution, and transmission networks.

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Control Systems Engineers

Develop automated control systems for industries like manufacturing and energy.

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Project Engineers

Manage electrical projects, ensuring timelines, budgets, and safety standards are met.

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Electrical Technicians

Perform hands-on maintenance and repair of electrical systems and equipment.

Why Partner With Ignite?

Ignite has been placing engineering roles since 1984. With a network of more than 800,000 professionals across the country and offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Canberra, our recruiters have the reach and skills to source candidates that most organisations simply would not be able to access on their own.
We are an ASX-listed recruitment firm with close connections to Federal, local, and state government partners, which means that we operate with an accountability and rigour necessary for major projects. Ignite is not a standard recruitment agency – we only operate in a select number of fields, and many of our recruiters have first-hand experience working client-side for the projects they’re now recruiting for.
If you’re looking for a specialised, engineering-first recruitment firm to find your next great hire, get in touch with Ignite.

Hear from our clients

Zarina Fitzgerald
Hiring Manager
National Library of Australia
10/09/2023
Zarina was incredibly helpful. Having never worked through the process to transit someone from an agency contract to a permanent organisational contract I was a bit lost but Zarina explained all the steps and what was needed of me. Thanks.
Mary Farag
Hiring Manager
Movigo Group
12/09/2023
Mary has made the recruitment process so much more pleasurable, by vet and validating pre- interview candidates. Mary has kept in contact throughout the recruitment assignment and has provided continuous updates on new potential candidates, and has successfully put forward 2 individuals who I have now offered positions to.
Michael Higgins
Hiring Manager
ANSTO - Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation
26/06/2023
Michael is well versed with our organisation and requirements and has been able to source the right candidates. The employees currently working with us are of high quality.
Zarina Fitzgerald
Hiring Manager
Department of Defence
29/08/2023
Zarina has been a pleasure to work with over the last 2 years, she has been very accommodating and open, and has delivered ideal candidates for positions we have required. I would like to thank Zarina for her open communication and friendly nature. Zarina is very approachable and personable.
Nicole Henry
Hiring Manager
Department of Defence
21/08/2023
Nicole is easy to communicate with and has proven professional in all her conduct. Nicole delivers to meet our business needs.
Michael Knight
Hiring Manager
ANSTO - Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation
11/09/2023
Michael has a deep understanding of the market conditions and our business requirements. Michael is customer focused and provides high quality candidates aligned with business expectations.
Nicole Henry
Hiring Manager
Department of Defence
27/05/2023
Nicole is approachable and responsive to client needs. She actively engages with us as the client, and regularly checking on performance of the candidates she has placed on engagements with us. Nicole works well with us as a client to ensure we obtain best outcomes for the Commonwealth, whilst ensuring we collectively provide the best experience for highly skilled staff.
Michael Higgins
Hiring Manager
ANSTO - Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation
8/05/2023
Michael is the ultimate professional, very responsive to our business requirements and goes above & beyond to search & identify suitable candidates.
Nicole Henry
Hiring Manager
Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet
27/04/2023
Nicole is a pleasure to deal with. She worked tirelessly to provide us a large number of suitable candidates recently to fill some vacancies. The process was so smooth, the candidates are great and everyone is happy!
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