Graduate Engineer | Carson Electrical

NetYourJob; Howick; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Jora New Zealand is seeking a Graduate or Junior Project Engineer to join our team in East Auckland. You’ll support a strong pipeline of electrical-for-mechanical and electrical-for-refrigeration projects across Auckland and New Zealand, working with our Project Management team and gaining exposure to tender, design, procurement, construction and handover.

This role offers real responsibility early in your career, direct client and trades interaction, and hands-on experience across the full

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and practical approach.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Willingness to learn and take ownership of tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist with CAD and Revit-based drawings for tendered and live projects.
• Support Project Managers with engineering analysis and technical documentation.
• Assist with electrical design across mechanical and refrigeration projects.
• Help develop practical engineering solutions to support project delivery.
• Assist with tenders and cost estimates, including material take-offs.
• Coordinate with suppliers, subcontractors, and site teams to ensure safe, quality delivery.
• Support projects through full lifecycle from scope to handover.
• Build strong working relationships through effective communication.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Ownership & learning

Education

Electrical or Mechanical Engineering degree

Tools

CAD

Revit

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

East Tamaki, Full Time, Engineering
Please Quote Reference Number 18428

• Tertiary qualification in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
• CAD and/or Revit-based design and drawing development experience
• Gain genuine hands-on experience across the full project lifecycle

The Opportunity

We're looking for a Graduate or Junior Project Engineer to join our team in East Auckland.

You’ll be supporting a strong pipeline of electrical-for-mechanical and electrical-for-refrigeration projects across Auckland and throughout New Zealand. Working closely with our Project Management team, you’ll gain exposure to the full project lifecycle - from tender and design through to procurement, construction and final handover.

This is a genuine opportunity to take on real responsibility early in your career, work directly with clients and industry professionals, and build practical experience across a wide range of projects.

What You’ll Be Doing

Design & Engineering:

• Assist with CAD and Revit-based drawing, design and documentation for tendered and live projects.
• Support Project Managers and construction teams with engineering analysis, design concepts and technical documentation.
• Assist with electrical design across a range of mechanical and refrigeration projects.
• Help develop practical engineering solutions to support project delivery.

Estimating & Procurement:

• Assist with preparing tenders and quotations, including construction and material cost estimates.
• Carry out quantity surveying, material take-offs and supplier pricing.
• Support procurement activities and coordination with suppliers and subcontractors.

Project Delivery:

• Support projects throughout their full lifecycle, from initial scope and planning through to construction, commissioning and final handover.
• Assist with project coordination, technical documentation and completion records.
• Work closely with Project Managers, site teams, clients, suppliers and subcontractors to help ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
• Build strong working relationships through consistent communication and quality delivery.

About You

You’re a practical and proactive engineer who enjoys solving problems and seeing projects come to life.

You’ll be comfortable working with a range of people and keen to learn from experienced Project Managers and tradespeople. You take ownership of your work, communicate well and enjoy being involved in the practical side of project delivery - not just sitting behind a desk.

Most importantly, you’re eager to learn, develop your skills and take on increasing responsibility as your experience grows.

You’ll Bring

• A tertiary qualification in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience with CAD and/or Revit-based design and drawing development.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a practical approach to engineering.
• Good communication and relationship-building skills.
• A willingness to learn and take ownership of your work.

What We Offer

• Genuine hands-on experience across the full project lifecycle.
• Exposure to a wide range of electrical, mechanical and refrigeration projects.
• Ongoing professional development and learning opportunities.
• The opportunity to learn from experienced industry professionals and technical leaders.
• Real responsibility and the chance to make a visible contribution to projects.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment where knowledge is shared and people are encouraged to grow.
• The opportunity to build a long‑term career within a growing and specialised business.