Senior Electrical Engineer
Technical Recruitment Solutions
- New Zealand
- Permanent
- Full-time
Permanent | Specialist Electrical Engineering Consultancy | Flexible Work CultureJoin a respected electrical engineering consultancy delivering complex power generation and distribution projects across New Zealand. This is a rare opportunity for a Senior Electrical Engineer to step into a technically influential role - strengthening the Tauranga team with high-value protection and power system capability, while enjoying a collaborative environment and clear career growth.The Company:
This consultancy specialises in power system design and has long-standing relationships with generation companies, utilities, and large-scale energy users. With strong technical depth in Auckland and an expanding Tauranga office, they offer a flexible, people-focused culture and a stable pipeline of work - without the heavy BD pressure of larger firms. Projects span feasibility, detailed design, commissioning, and ongoing client support, covering both greenfield and brownfield generation and distribution networks.The Role:
As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you'll take technical ownership of HV/LV network design, protection, and power system studies - helping deliver safe, reliable energy systems to clients across New Zealand. You'll report to a senior engineering manager and collaborate closely with a capable local team while linking into national specialists for additional support where needed.Your role will involve:
- Designing and delivering HV and LV power systems for generation and distribution networks
- Leading power system studies - load flow, protection coordination, short-circuit analysis
- Performing earthing design, cable sizing, and protection setting calculations
- Preparing schematics, IO schedules, loop diagrams, and technical specifications
- Using industry-standard design tools such as ETAP, DigSILENT PowerFactory, and CYMCAP (preferred)
- Providing practical technical input during design, construction, and commissioning phases
- Supporting project management and maintaining strong client relationships
- Occasional site visits - typically day trips, averaging no more than once per week
We're looking for a technically strong, proactive engineer with a passion for power systems, who enjoys problem-solving and delivering high-value design solutions.You'll bring:
- BE or NZCE (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering
- Significant experience in HV/LV design for power distribution or generation networks
- Proven knowledge of medium-voltage systems, protection, and earthing practices
- Familiarity with power system analysis tools (ETAP, DigSILENT, CYMCAP preferred)
- Clear written and verbal communication skills, including technical reporting
- A collaborative, client-focused mindset and confidence in technical decision-making
- NZ working rights and a good understanding of local codes and standards
- Play a key role in building Tauranga's technical strength in protection & power system design
- Enjoy exposure to diverse generation and distribution projects nationwide
- Work alongside experienced engineers with mentoring and national knowledge-sharing
- Flat structure - direct access to senior management and open feedback culture
- Long-term career growth, including potential shareholding opportunities
- Flexible hours to support work/life balance
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