Senior Electrical Engineer (Asset Integrity)

About the role

We are looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer (Asset Integrity) to provide strategic oversight and technical expertise for the safety, reliability, integrity, and lifecycle management of Kennecott’s electrical, power, control, and instrumentation assets.

Responsibilities

• Assessing electrical, power, control, and instrumentation asset condition, performance, integrity, and business risk across Kennecott operations, then developing lifecycle strategies that address safety, reliability, and obsolescence
• Establishing compliance and assurance programs aligned with Rio Tinto Asset Management requirements, discipline and engineering standards, and applicable national and industry regulations
• Leading arc flash studies, electrical protection reviews, and related assurance activities that strengthen electrical safety and risk controls
• Developing and prioritizing a 10-year capital plan for electrical infrastructure, balancing safety, integrity, reliability, obsolescence, regulatory requirements, and financial constraints
• Owning Kennecott electrical, power, control, and instrumentation standards and playing a key role in implementing the Rio Tinto electrical safety standard
• Providing specialized electrical engineering guidance to Maintenance, Operations, Projects, Procurement, and Commercial teams while clearly communicating risks, recommendations, and priorities
• Managing support service contracts and working with Procurement, Projects, and Maintenance to maintain effective supply and service arrangements for key electrical asset classes
• Leading continuous improvement in electrical asset reliability, systems, and processes while serving as a central technical contact for key electrical systems across Kennecott

Requirements

• A commitment to the safety of yourself and your team
• A degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, or equivalent practical experience supporting complex electrical, power, control, or instrumentation systems
• At least 3 years of experience in industrial electrical engineering, project engineering, maintenance, operations, or a related technical environment
• Demonstrated success