Shohel Shahnewaz Mieaust

Shohel Shahnewaz MIEAust is a highly experienced electrical engineer with a background in project engineering and management across various industries, including rare earths, mining, and utilities. At Lynas Rare Earths Ltd, as the Lead Electrical Engineer for the Mt Weld Expansion, responsibilities include overseeing electrical packages, hybrid power plant engineering, and reviewing electrical specifications and vendor drawings. Previous roles include Senior Electrical Engineer at Glencore Copper, focusing on multiple project engineering tasks and vendor management, and Manager Power Station & Utilities at Rottnest Island, managing operations and maintenance of power generation and utilities. A career history also includes significant positions at BHP, Mineral Resources Limited, and RCR Infrastructure, with expertise in HV & LV systems, reliability engineering, and comprehensive design and analysis for various electrical projects. Education includes a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from Khulna University of Engineering & Technology and a diploma in Mining from KOPEX S.A in Poland.