Senior Electrical Engineer - Distribution Design

Tō kamupene hou | Your new company

Our client is a global leader in energy and construction and delivers critical infrastructure projects across New Zealand. With long-standing partnerships with established clients nationwide, they play a key role in shaping the future of energy distribution and infrastructure.

As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you will act as a subject-matter expert in electrical distribution design, providing innovative engineering solutions while leading a growing team. You will play a key role in delivering projects of national significance, working closely with clients, field teams, and contractors to ensure successful outcomes.

Tō tūranga hou | Your new role

• Serve as a technical expert in electrical distribution design
• Provide engineering solutions to support client requirements
• Prepare technical documentation in line with best engineering and industry practices.
• Lead and manage the engineering team, driving performance and development
• Coordinate with clients, field staff, and subcontractors to ensure project success
• Manage multiple design and engineering assignments simultaneously
• Produce high-quality reports and presentations
• Resolve technical issues in collaboration with in-house engineering teams
• Build and maintain relationships with network and asset owners and principal contractors
• Identify and support new business opportunities

Ngā uara me ngā pūkenga e angitu ai koe | What you'll need to succeed

• A Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years’ experience in electrical distribution design in New Zealand
• Strong knowledge of electrical regulations and industry requirements, contracting procedures and contract law and NZ electricity distribution standards
• Proven experience mentoring junior engineers and supporting team development
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to produce clear reports and presentations
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities

Ngā hua ka whiwhi i a koe | What you'll get in return

Our client recognises and rewards their people with an outstanding benefits package, including:

• Competitive salary + bonus
• Company vehicle
• Enhanced KiwiSaver (6%)
• Petrol discounts
• Birthday leave
• Uncapped sick leave
• Extensive employee benefits programme
• Clear and structured career progression opportunities within a global organisation

Me aha koe ināianei | What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.