Lead Substation Engineer

About the Company

Responsibilities

• ● As a Lead Electrical Engineer- Substations in our Energy & Industrial team based in either our Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland, Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington or Kirikiriroa Hamilton offices, you'll contribute to you'll contribute to major Transmission and Distribution projects across New Zealand and Australia. You'll work with Transmission and Distribution and energy clients across voltage levels from 11kV to 330kV, supporting the upgrade of existing substation infrastructure as the energy landscape evolves.
• ● This is primarily a technical design and delivery role , with opportunities to lead people, influence our technical capability and contribute to winning future work.
• ● Lead the design and delivery of HV substation primary, cable and earthing systems from concept through to detailed design
• ● Deliver technical leadership across multidisciplinary transmission and distribution projects in New Zealand and Australia
• ● Prepare design reports, power system studies, proposals and budget estimates for complex projects
• ● Build strong relationships with clients, contractors and internal teams to deliver successful project outcomes
• ● Mentor and guide engineers and designers while supporting project planning, resourcing and programme delivery
• ● Contribute to shaping our technical delivery approach and supporting the continued growth of our Energy & Industrial team
• ● Many of these projects will span 5-10 years, offering the opportunity to be part of long-term programmes of work, see projects through their full lifecycle and build lasting relationships with clients and project teams.

Requirements

• ● Relevant qualifications in Electrical or Power Systems Engineering
• ● + years' experience in transmission and distribution substation design
• ● Strong knowledge of New Zealand and/or Australian utility standards, codes and industry practices
• ● Demonstrated experience delivering projects across the full lifecycle, from planning and concept design through to construction support and commissioning
• ● Strong communication, collaboration and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to provide technical leadership and challenge assumptions constructively
• ● CPEng Registration is an added advantage
• ● Why this opportunity
• ● We believe your career should be a rewarding adventure.
• ● This is an exciting time to join a team entering a major growth phase. You'll have the opportunity to shape how we deliver our work, influence our technical capability and develop your own career as the team and project portfolio grow.
• ● Flexibility is a genuine part of how we work, and we encourage you to work from where you're most effective, with travel to client and project sites when needed. This role won't be limited to an office environment and will provide opportunities to engage directly with clients and projects across New Zealand and Australia.
• ● Relocation support is available for the right candidate looking to move to Auckland, Wellington or Hamilton.
• ● Recognised by the AFR as a Best Place to Work in 2026, we embrace diverse perspectives, giving you the opportunity to make a real impact.
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