Junior Designer

ElectroNet; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ElectroNet Coach

Parental Leave

Professional Development

Flexible Work

Wellbeing benefits

Workride

Insurance: Life and critical illness

Discounts

Innovative Environment

Collaborative Culture

Team events

Job summary

ElectroNet Consulting in Christchurch is looking for a Junior Designer to join the CAD & Visualisation team. You will transform concepts into detailed 2D and 3D drawings for high-voltage projects while learning from experienced engineers and designers.

We welcome recent graduates or those early in their careers and offer mentoring, professional development, and a supportive team culture. Full NZ work rights are required for applicants.

Qualifications

• Recently completed or working towards a relevant tertiary qualification in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Genuine interest in CAD design and power systems.
• Eager to learn new technologies, software and design techniques.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional electrical draughting services, transforming conceptual designs into detailed 2D and 3D drawings for high-voltage projects.
• Support the team with BIM models, panel layouts and SCADA/control system drawings.
• Collaborate with engineers and designers to develop innovative design solutions.
• Contribute to drawing automation and visualization efforts.

Skills

CAD design

2D/3D drawings

Electrical draughting

Power systems

Team collaboration

Creative problem solving

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in Electrical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Navisworks

BIM software

Job description

Are you passionate about CAD design and looking for an opportunity to kick-start your career in the electricity and energy sector?

At ElectroNet Consulting, we are looking for a Junior Designer to join our CAD & Visualisation team in Christchurch. This is an exciting opportunity for a recent graduate or someone early in their career to develop specialist design and draughting skills while working alongside experienced engineers and designers on projects that help power communities across New Zealand.

About the Role

As a Junior Designer, you will learn to provide professional electrical draughting services, transforming conceptual designs into detailed 2D and 3D drawings for high-voltage power system projects. You will be supported by a knowledgeable team who are committed to mentoring and developing the next generation of design professionals.

You will gain exposure to:

• 2D and 3D CAD design for high-voltage electrical installations
• Substation and power system design drawings
• Relay and instrument diagrams
• AC and DC schematics
• Panel layouts and BIM models
• SCADA and control system drawings
• Civil, structural, and physical layout drawings
• Drawing automation and innovative visualisation tools

About You

We're looking for someone who:

• Has recently completed, or is working towards, a relevant tertiary qualification in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
• Has a genuine interest in CAD design and power systems
• Is eager to learn new technologies, software, and design techniques
• Enjoys problem solving and thinking creatively
• Communicates well and works effectively in a team environment
• Takes initiative while knowing when to seek support
• Brings a positive attitude and enjoys contributing to a close-knit team culture

Why Join ElectroNet?

As a member of our team, you will be part of a supportive work environment that encourages collaboration, innovation, and growth. We offer a range of benefits including:

• ElectroNet Coach: Our in-house mentoring programme, focused on mentorship and leadership development
• Parental Leave: Up to 26 weeks of primary carer leave top-up payments (to 80% of salary), including employer contributions to KiwiSaver during this period, and annual leave paid at full value for eligible primary carers. Partners and spouses are also supported with two weeks of fully paid parental leave.
• Reward and Recognition Programme: Reward and recognition and long service awards starting at just 2 years!
• Professional Development: Opportunities for professional development, a clear pathway for progression and career advancement.
• Flexible Work: Flexible work arrangementsto support work/life balance.
• Wellbeing: Wellbeing benefits including a personal option wellbeing allowance (POWA), 24/7 confidential EAP support, fresh fruit and free flu vaccinations
• Workride: NZ ride to work benefit scheme
• Insurance: Life and critical illness insurance cover.
• Discounts: Access to a range of discounts, including fuel and health insurance.
• Innovative Environment: Be part of a forward-thinking company that values continuous improvement.
• Collaborative Culture: Work in a supportive and collaborative environment.
• Celebrations: Celebration of special occasions, social club and team events

To find out more about ElectroNet Consulting, visit us at www.electronetgroup.com/consulting

About Us

The ElectroNet Group is proudly 100% New Zealand owned.

This award-winning, multidisciplinary Group comprises the ownership and operation of electricity infrastructure, the construction and maintenance of electrical transmission and services, engineering consultancy and design professional services, along with a team which develops innovative technology for the benefit of the industry. Our broad range of capabilities enables us to provide end-to-end business solutions to projects, take on complex challenges and provide innovative solutions for our clients.

Our ElectroNet Consulting team takes pride in delivering market-leading electrical design and consulting services to customers across Australasia. We combine a breadth of industry knowledge with a commitment to using the best available technology, to deliver impressive results and future-proofed projects.

Visit us at www.electronetgroup.com to find out more.

Next Steps

If you are looking to build a career in electrical design and want to learn from some of the industry's best, we would love to hear from you.

Join ElectroNet Consulting and help design the infrastructure that keeps New Zealand connected.

We will be reviewing applications as they are received and carrying out interviews. You will need to have full NZ work rights to be eligible for this role.

We are happy to accommodate your personal circumstances in respect to a start date.