Company Overview:
Our Clients purpose is to provide sustainable electrical solutions which enhance our communities. Our client provides engineering consultancy services within New Zealand and is proudly 100% NZ community owned.
This award-winning group comprises the ownership and operation of distribution and generation assets, construction and maintenance divisions, engineering and design professional services, along with a team which develops innovative technology for the benefit of the industry.
Their vision is to be leaders in electrical energy and technology, and they believe they can achieve this because of the values they work by every day – 'we look after each other, we work smarter, we do the right thing and together we can achieve great things'.
Job Description:
The Group is currently designing and building many major electrical infrastructure projects across NZ and Australia. This includes 220/110kV transmission substations, 66/33/11kV distribution substations, grid scale wind, solar and BESS farms, industrial and commercial electrical installations and Fast DC EV charging stations.
They are seeking a skilled Electrical Engineer interested in designing all or some types of electrical infrastructure from large substations to Industrial electrical systems to EV charging stations.
The ideal candidate will be part of our team designing, developing and optimizing site layouts and electrical systems, ensuring they meet the highest standards of performance and safety.
This position can be based in our Auckland, Wellington or Christchurch office.
Role description:
- Design electrical distribution systems, including interfaces with Electrical Distribution Boards (EDBs) and existing electrical infrastructure.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, to integrate electrical systems into the overall design.
- Stay up to date with electrical system technology and industry regulations to ensure our design solutions remain competitive and compliant.
- Prepare detailed technical documentation, including design drawings, specifications and reports.
The following are desired, but if you don’t meet them all, you could still be a perfect fit for this role. Please apply, all applications will be considered.
- Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or similar.
- Experience in electrical engineering, preferably in the EV deployment, building services, industrial electrical or transmission and distribution engineering.
- Familiarity with electrical industry standards and regulatory requirements.
- Experience working in teams and taking ownership of project deliverables.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
- Self-motivated with the ability to take opportunities and drive learning and development.
- Experience in 33kV, 11kV and 400V electrical distribution system design.
- Familiarity with the application process and design for new 33kV, 11kV and 400V electrical connections to EDBs.
As a team member, you'll enjoy an array of benefits, including:
- Our long service recognition programme (starting at 2 years).
- Flexible work arrangements to support your work/life balance.
- Professional development opportunities and a clear pathway for progression.
- Two weeks additional paid parental leave.
- Life and crisis insurance cover.
- Wellbeing benefits including 24/7 confidential EAP support, free annual health checks, fresh fruit, free vaccinations and eye health check-ups.
- Access to a range of discounts including fuel and health insurance.
- Celebration of special occasions, social club and team events.
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