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With a strong pipeline of transmission, distribution, renewable energy and infrastructure projects, they're seeking experienced Protection, Primary, Secondary and Substation Design Engineers to help deliver some of the country's most significant energy projects.\nWhether you're an experienced technical specialist or an established engineering leader, these opportunities offer the chance to work on complex projects while enjoying everything New Zealand has to offer.\nLocations available:\nAuckland\n\nWellington\n\nHamilton\n\nTauranga\n\nChristchurch\n\nDunedin\n\nVisa sponsorship and relocation assistance are available for suitable international candidates.\nThe Opportunities\nWe are recruiting across a range of levels and disciplines, including:\nProtection Design Engineer\n\nPrimary Systems Engineer\n\nSecondary Systems Engineer\n\nSubstation Design Engineer\n\nYou'll be involved in delivering innovative projects across the transmission, distribution, renewable energy, industrial and infrastructure sectors.\nDepending on your experience, responsibilities may include:\nHV and EHV substation design\n\nProtection and control system design\n\nProtection studies and relay coordination\n\nPrimary plant layout and equipment specification\n\nSecondary systems design and SCADA integration\n\nEarthing and lightning protection studies\n\nCable and network studies\n\nTechnical design reviews and quality assurance\n\nClient engagement and stakeholder management\n\nProject leadership and multidisciplinary project delivery\n\nChoose Your Next Career Move\nBuild and Shape a Growing Business\nJoin a globally supported consultancy that is expanding its energy capability across New Zealand.\nThis is a unique opportunity to play a key role in building a growing business while leveraging the systems, expertise and backing of an established international organisation. You'll have a genuine voice in technical standards, team development, client relationships and future growth.\nJoin a High-Growth New Zealand Consultancy\nWork with one of New Zealand's fastest-growing engineering consultancies, known for its collaborative culture, flexible working environment and people-first approach.\nYou'll be part of a talented and ambitious team delivering impactful projects while enjoying genuine opportunities for professional development and career progression.\nAbout You\nWe're keen to speak with engineers who bring strong technical expertise and a passion for delivering quality outcomes.\nYou'll likely have:\nA degree or postgraduate qualification in Electrical Engineering\n\nA Washington Accord-recognised engineering qualification\n\n5+ years' experience in power systems, protection, substations, primary or secondary design\n\nExperience working within consulting, utility, EPC, network owner or owner's engineer environments\n\nA sound understanding of transmission and/or distribution networks\n\nExperience with HV substation design and relevant industry standards\n\nStrong communication and stakeholder engagement skills\n\nA collaborative and solutions-focused approach\n\nFor Protection-focused roles, experience with the following will be highly regarded:\nProtection philosophies and schemes\n\nRelay coordination and settings\n\nProtection and control design\n\nFor Lead-level positions, experience in the following is desirable:\nLeading engineering projects and teams\n\nClient relationship management\n\nMentoring and developing engineers\n\nCommercial awareness and proposal preparation\n\nCareer Growth\nJoin organisations making significant investments in their power and energy capability, creating genuine opportunities for technical and leadership advancement.\nDiverse and Meaningful Projects\nWork across transmission, distribution, renewable energy, battery energy storage and critical infrastructure projects that support New Zealand's future energy needs.\nLeadership Opportunities\nInfluence technical direction, mentor emerging engineers and help shape growing teams.\nFlexible Location Options\nChoose from several major centres across New Zealand, each offering its own unique lifestyle and career opportunities.\nTypical salary ranges include:\nSenior Design Engineers: NZD $120,000 - 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