Associate Electrical Engineer - Buildings

JobSpace; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Relocation assistance

Professional development

Job summary

Beca in Christchurch is seeking an Associate/Senior Electrical Engineer to join our Building Services team. You will lead electrical design across complex projects, guide engineers, and engage with clients to deliver practical solutions aligned with NZ Building Code and standards.

You will contribute across the project lifecycle and help develop the team while managing multiple projects and relationships with stakeholders across health, education, commercial, and transport sectors.

Qualifications

• Relevant electrical engineering degree; Chartered status is preferred.
• Experience leading building services projects from concept to delivery.
• Strong communication and client engagement capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical building services design across the full project lifecycle.
• Coordinate multi-discipline teams and manage resources and schedules.
• Provide mentorship and contribute to technical governance and quality.
• Engage with clients to understand needs and deliver tailored solutions.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Building services

Project leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Chartered Engineer or recognised degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

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Associate Electrical Engineer - Buildings

Associate/Senior Electrical Engineer - Buildings

We're looking for an experienced Associate or Senior Electrical Engineer to join our Christchurch Building Services team. This is an opportunity to play a key role in one of Beca's priority growth areas, combining technical leadership with meaningful client engagement across a diverse project portfolio.

In this role, you'll use your technical expertise to deliver practical, commercially sound solutions across complex building services projects. You'll lead and contribute across the full project lifecycle, from concept and strategic planning through to detailed design, while managing multiple projects, coordinating resources, and ensuring high-quality delivery. You'll also guide and review the work of other engineers, supporting strong technical outcomes and team development.

You'll build trusted client relationships by understanding needs and delivering tailored solutions that support long-term partnerships and repeat work. Your communication and consulting skills will enable you to engage confidently with a wide range of stakeholders.

With experience across sectors such as Health, Education, Commercial, Defence, or Transport, you'll bring strong market insight and a proven track record of delivery. You'll also contribute to the ongoing leadership and development of the team.

You're a well-networked Chartered Electrical Engineer with a strong track record in building services and a reputation for developing trusted client relationships. You bring a strategic mindset and enjoy contributing to team success and growth. You're confident in your knowledge of the New Zealand Building Code and relevant standards, with strong technical capability in electrical building services design.

You're an effective client leader who builds enduring relationships and turns opportunities into outcomes. You're comfortable working with and influencing a wide range of stakeholders across all levels of an organisation. You embrace challenges, encourage innovation, and lead with a mindset of continuous improvement.

Building Services at Beca

With over 400 engineers across our global Building Services business, Beca brings the scale and expertise to deliver integrated, sustainable, and practical design solutions. We partner with architects, developers, building owners, and contractors to deliver high-quality outcomes for our clients.

Our people set us apart. We foster a collaborative, supportive culture where teamwork across disciplines and the wider Beca Group enables us to deliver strong client outcomes and technical excellence. We're committed to supporting our people and their growth, and we're open to discussing flexible working arrangements, including part-time options.

What We Offer

• A supportive and caring work environment where you can bring your whole self to work.
• Support with relocation and immigration to suitable applicants.
• Flexible working arrangements to balance your personal / family commitments.
• A highly collaborative environment with opportunities to learn from our industry experts and technical gurus across New Zealand and the wider Asia Pacific.
• Excellent benefits provided to all staff – including discounted health insurance, discounts on gym memberships, and a number of social club events.

Beca prides itself on supporting a diverse and inclusive culture – open to inputs from creative people of all genders, ethnicity, identity, thought and experiences.