Electrical Project Engineer

Mercury Nz; Auckland; On-site; NZD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP NZ is seeking an Electrical Engineer – Power in Hamilton to contribute to multidisciplinary projects across New Zealand. You will deliver electrical design engineering and provide technical advice, supporting client relationships and project success.

You will develop expertise in power generation, renewables, transmission and distribution, with mentoring toward Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng). This role offers growth in a close-knit Power & Energy team.

Qualifications

• Electrical engineering degree is required.
• Minimum 3 years’ professional experience with electrical systems; senior track possible with 10+ years.
• Experience in HV or MV power system design.
• Strong knowledge of NZ electrical codes and standards.
• Experience using electrical design modelling software.
• Excellent report writing, communication and attention to detail.
• Collaborative, client-centric and able to work with diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Bring technical capability across electrical design for power projects.
• Support project planning and delivery to meet client needs.
• Develop skills in power generation, renewables, transmission and distribution.

Skills

Electrical design HV/MV power systems

NZ codes and standards knowledge

Professional experience: 3+ years

Report writing and communication

Client collaboration

Organisational and deadline delivery

Continuous improvement and development

WSP Guiding Principles

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

Electrical design modelling software

Job description

Electrical Engineer - Power

Hamilton WSP USA

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs? At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

As the premier design, engineering and environmental consultancy in Aotearoa New Zealand, WSP exists to future‑proof our cities and environment. We are proud to have the blueprint of Aotearoa New Zealand in our DNA and our 2,500 expert professionals in 35 offices are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve.

Senior or Electrical Engineer – Power & Energy – Hamilton Join our Power & Energy team as an Electrical Engineer / Senior Electrical Engineer contributing to multidisciplinary projects across New Zealand through the delivery of electrical design engineering and technical advice. In this role, you will help meet the needs of clients, support the growth of client relationships and contribute to the success of the Power & Energy sector through excellent service delivery. You will bring technical capability across electrical design, support project planning and delivery, and continue to develop your skills in power generation, renewable technologies, transmission and distribution. Suitable candidates will be mentored and encouraged towards achieving Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng), accreditation.

About you:

• Electrical Engineering qualification
• Minimum of three years' professional experience with electrical systems, we have scope to bring a Senior Electrical Engineer also with 10+ years' experience
• Demonstrated experience in electrical design of HV or MV power systems
• In‑depth knowledge of New Zealand electrical codes and standards.
• Experience using electrical design modelling software.
• Strong report writing, communication and attention to detail.
• Client centric, collaborative and able to work effectively with people at all levels, both within and external to the organisation.
• Strong organisational ability to prioritise competing demands and deliver to deadlines.
• Active commitment to continuous personal improvement, professional development and WSP's Guiding Principles.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all. WSP NZ has proudly earned its place among the top five employers to work for in Aotearoa New Zealand, as recognised in Randstad's latest employer survey. In addition, WSP has been listed as one of TIME's 2023 top 100 companies globally for employees.

Join our close‑knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.