Graduate Electrical Engineer (Power)

Stantec; Wellington; On-site; NZD 67,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NZ Accredited

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Global network

Mentorship

Flexible hours

Job summary

Stantec is offering a Graduate Electrical Engineer (Power) role in Aotearoa New Zealand. You will work with experienced engineers on electrical projects, gaining hands-on experience across the project lifecycle and building technical, analytical, and professional skills.

The position targets new graduates (or soon-to-graduate in 2026) with an Electrical Engineering degree, with a NZD74,000 base salary plus benefits and a strong support network for accreditation and career development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or similar field.
• Expected completion before commencing employment (Jan–Feb 2027).
• Full clean driving licence preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with design and delivery of electrical engineering projects.
• Contribute to calculations using industry-standard software.
• Prepare electrical drawings, schematics, specifications, and reports.
• Develop electrical designs in line with codes and standards.
• Collaborate with engineers and project teams to deliver solutions.
• Support site visits and construction-phase activities.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Job description

Graduate Electrical Engineer (Power) - (260000NK)

Description

Graduate Electrical Engineer

• Are you a new graduate (or soon to graduate in 2026) with an Electrical Engineering qualification or related field?
• Do you specifically have an interest in Power Engineering?
• We are looking for grads to join us in a variety of locations including Auckland, Christchurch, Hamilton, Dunedin and Wellington

Fantastic perks

• Engineering NZ Accredited : 2-year graduate development programme.
• Competitive Salary : NZD74,000 base salary plus benefits such as spot bonuses, banking discounts, and an extra day's leave.
• Insurance : Receive a range of insurances including health cover through Southern Cross Medical Insurance
• Global Network : Connect with our international Developing Professionals Group for training and networking across New Zealand and Australia.
• Professional Support : Get mentored for your Engineering New Zealand Accreditation and personal career development.
• Flexible Work Environment : Enjoy flexible working hours and excellent employee benefits.

What you’ll do?

As a Graduate Electrical Engineer, you'll work alongside experienced engineers to contribute to the design and delivery of electrical engineering projects. You'll gain hands‑on experience across the project lifecycle while developing your technical, analytical, and professional skills.

This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate who is eager to learn, collaborate, and apply their university studies to real‑world engineering challenges.

Your Role

• Assist with the investigation, analysis, and design of electrical engineering systems and components.
• Perform engineering calculations using industry-standard and specialist software.
• Support the preparation of electrical drawings, schematics, specifications, reports, and presentations.
• Assist with developing electrical designs in accordance with relevant codes, standards, and best practices.
• Collaborate with engineers and multidisciplinary project teams to deliver innovative engineering solutions
• Support construction‑phase activities, including reviewing contractor submissions, responding to technical queries, and assisting with design clarifications
• Undertake site visits and field work to gain practical project experience
• Contribute to a positive team culture while continuing to build your technical expertise and professional network

What You Bring

• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Willingness to learn from experienced engineers and take on new challenges

Eligibility

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or similar with expected completion before commencing employment. (Approx January – February 2027)
• Preferably have a full clean current driving licence, please note if you do not

Applications close 8 November 2026

About Stantec

At Stantec, your career starts with meaningful work and a strong support network.

We’ve been serving our clients and communities in Aotearoa New Zealand for over 125 years. With almost 900 professionals, our team is based in the main cities and throughout the regions. We collaborate across disciplines and sectors to bring buildings, energy, water, environmental, and transport projects to life.

Globally, Stantec unites approximately 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across six continents. Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction, and commissioning begins at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships.

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Primary Location : New Zealand-Canterbury-Christchurch

Other Locations : New Zealand-Waikato-Hamilton, New Zealand-Auckland-Auckland, New Zealand-Otago-Dunedin, New Zealand-Wellington-Wellington

Organization : BC-3101 Water-NZ New Zealand

Employee Status : Regular

Job Level : Individual Contributor

Travel : No

Schedule : Full-time

Job Posting : Oct 19, 2026, 3:55:19 PM

Req ID : 260000NK

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans