Job Overview & Organization Mission

Direct engineering delivery, electrolyser OEM packages, and process safety for multi-gigawatt green hydrogen export projects.

Stanwell Corporation is recruiting a Lead Hydrogen Electrolyser Project Engineer to spearhead the Central Queensland Hydrogen (CQH2) project in Gladstone. You will drive front-end engineering design (FEED), OEM procurement, balance-of-plant integration, and process safety for what will be one of Australia’s largest green hydrogen facilities.

As a key member of the team at Stanwell Corporation in Gladstone, QLD, you will play a central role in driving excellence, upholding top-tier Australian industry standards, and contributing directly to the strategic milestones of one of the nation’s premier employers.

Key Duties & Core Responsibilities

In this critical role, your operational duties and key performance responsibilities will encompass:

• Lead technical: Lead technical evaluation of PEM and alkaline electrolyser stacks and water demineralization systems.
• Manage process: Manage process hazard analyses (HAZID, HAZOP, LOPA) and dangerous goods compliance for hydrogen storage.
• Oversee balance-of-plant: Oversee balance-of-plant design including hydrogen compression, purification, and buffer vessel storage.
• Collaborate with: Collaborate with renewable energy developers to match variable solar/wind generation with electrolyser ramp rates.
• Coordinate EPC: Coordinate EPC contractor technical deliverables through FEED into project execution.

Required Qualifications, Licenses & Experience

To be successful in this position at Stanwell Corporation, candidates are expected to satisfy the following essential selection criteria:

• Mandatory Qualification: Bachelor of Chemical or Mechanical Engineering & CPEng.
• Relevant Experience: Minimum 5+ Years of verified industry experience in Australia or recognized overseas equivalence.
• Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical or Mechanical).
• 7+ years experience in major industrial process plant engineering (chemicals, LNG, or refining).
• Direct technical familiarity with industrial gas production, hydrogen, or cryogenic systems.
• CPEng chartered registration with Engineers Australia.

Core Competencies & Key Technical Proficiencies

The successful applicant will possess demonstrated capabilities across the following domain skill sets:

Salary, Compensation & Employee Benefits

At Stanwell Corporation, we understand that our people drive our achievements. An outstanding remuneration and wellbeing package is provided in line with Australian benchmarks:

• Competitive Remuneration: AU$170,000 – AU$215,000 per year + standard Australian Superannuation (11.5%).
• Remuneration $170,000 – $215,000 + 12.75% super + performance bonuses.
• Full relocation assistance to the coastal lifestyle hub of Gladstone.
• Work on a landmark energy project backed by state government and international consortiums.
• Leave Entitlements: 4 weeks annual leave (with 17.5% annual leave loading where applicable) plus 10 days paid personal/carer’s leave.
• Flexible Work: Progressive work-life balance options with supportive corporate culture and leadership development pathways.

About the Employer: Stanwell Corporation

Stanwell is a major Queensland government-owned energy company delivering electricity and developing large-scale green hydrogen export hubs.

Stanwell Corporation is deeply committed to building diverse, equitable, and culturally inclusive work environments. We proudly celebrate diversity and welcome applications from all qualified individuals including First Nations Australians, people with disabilities, and candidates from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Application Process & Next Steps

Applications for this position are currently open and being reviewed on a rolling basis. Suitable candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible before the published closing date.

Please prepare an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a tailored Cover Letter highlighting your relevant experience against the key selection criteria outlined above.

To proceed with your application, click the Apply on Employer Site button to access the official Stanwell Corporation careers gateway.