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Electrical Substation Engineer
Engineering
💰 Salary Not shared
📊 Market A$7,500–A$12,500/mo (A$90,000–A$150,000/yr)
About the Company
Australia, Aotearoa New Zealand and Asia. We believe the world needs people who can engineer possibilities; people who can create infrastructure that makes life better for people and the planet. That is why we are here - to bring ideas to life, the Aurecon way. Ready for your next adventure If this sounds like your next step, we'd love to hear from you. We value diverse experiences and welcome applications for part-time or flexible working arrangements. Our hiring decisions are made by people, not AI. We're most interested in your individual thinking and experiences, so please ensure your application reflects your authentic perspective. Te whakahā i ngā whakaaro Breathing life into our ideas, thoughts, views Kia māia, kia kaha, mahi tahi Be bold, be strong, work as one
Responsibilities
- ● ribution team, you'll contribute to projects and programs that make a real difference and be part of a team that embraces challenges, welcomes diverse ideas, and engineer solutions with people and outcomes in mind.
- ● Contribute to major substation refurbishment and new-build projects across New Zealand
- ● Prepare design calculations, reports, specifications and design documentation with senior guidance
- ● Coordinate with drafters and complete initial quality checks
- ● Gain exposure to Australian energy infrastructure and data centre projects
- ● Build your technical, design review and client-facing capability
Requirements
- ● Relevant electrical engineering qualifications (bachelor's degree in electrical, Power systems, etc.)
- ● Around three to four years' practical high voltage substation design experience in either Primary, secondary or Protection design.
- ● Familiarity with relevant IEC, IEEE and AS/NZS standards
- ● The ability to deliver quality work with direction, without requiring day-to-day supervision
- ● How we support your growth We believe your career should be a rewarding adventure. You will tackle some of the world's most complex infrastructure challenges, in an environment that supports your ambitions, where we hold ourselves, and each other, to the highest standards. 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.
Credential Requirements
for Australia
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Recommended
CPEng (Chartered Professional Engineer)
Engineers Australia
Cost: AUD 1,000–1,500
Timeline: 6–12 months
Not legally required but expected for senior roles
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