Senior Electrical Design Engineer

at  Paragon Recruitment Ltd

Join a leading NZ engineering firm specializing in electrical, civil, and structural consulting for the power and energy industry. They undertake a wide range of interesting and challenging projects involving the design of new or upgraded HV Substation facilities and infrastructure across NZ. The company recently being appointed to Transpower’s EC panel reflects its dedication to delivering exceptional engineering consultancy services and its ongoing efforts to establish itself as a trusted and reputable partner in the industry. What’s on Offer: Flexibility: Remote work options and minimal bureaucracy.
We’ve invested in making remote working easy. We recognise everyone has a life outside work and that family time goes hand in hand with your career. Growth: With our commitment fostering your learning and development, we will support your career goals and provide opportunities for development. Culture: A supportive, fun, and dynamic work environment.
Benefits: Health insurance, life insurance, income protection, bonus award for gaining CPEng accreditation, study assistance and so much more. Your Role: Design: Create detailed HV/MV substation layouts. Lead: Guide and develop junior engineers aspiring to be protection engineers and lead technical discussions with clients to determine the optimal solution to meet their needs. Deliver: Ensure successful project outcomes on time and within budget.

Develop: Procurement standards/philosophies for clients and internal use. You will be an intermediate or senior electrical engineer who will have extensive primary substation experience with HV/MV distribution and/or transmission projects. Requirements for the role below: • Over 8 years of HV/MV Substation electrical detailed design experience. • Relevant tertiary qualification in engineering • Ideally both Primary & Secondary detailed design experience in a utility substation environment.

• A proven track record in managing substation design projects. • Analytical and passionate about engineering. • Strong technical knowledge of specifications, standards and codes. • CPEng accreditation (or working towards it).

You will get the opportunity to join an enthusiastic team of like-minded professionals, working on interesting and challenging projects. There will be opportunities to grow and gain seniority as your skills develop. Proudly recognised employer of choice by Engineering NZ as a Professional Development Partner. If you are eligible to work in NZ or look to relocate and have what we are looking for, then – Apply now

• A proven track record in managing substation design projects. • Analytical and passionate about engineering. • Strong technical knowledge of specifications, standards and codes. • CPEng accreditation (or working towards it)