Network Development - Senior Engineer

Groundline Engineering Ltd.

Wellington

On-site

NZD 100,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

KiwiSaver, insurance, and wellness benefits

Relocation support available

Flexible working environment

Job summary

Groundline Engineering Ltd. is seeking a Senior Engineer in Wellington, responsible for leading load forecasting and influencing capital investment decisions in network planning. The role requires strong technical expertise in distribution networks and the ability to mentor junior engineers.

This is a unique opportunity to work with Wellington Electricity, focusing on strategic development within a complex energy landscape. A competitive remuneration package and relocation support are offered.

Qualifications

7+ years of experience in distribution network planning at an EDB or equivalent.
Ability to translate technical work for non-technical audiences.
Chartered status in Electrical Engineering is supported.

Responsibilities

Lead load forecasting and run reinforcement studies.
Develop long-term network options and translate technical constraints.
Mentor graduate and junior engineers.

Skills

Distribution network planning experience

DIgSILENT / Power Factory capability

Load forecasting methodology

Understanding of NZ electricity regulations

Commercial judgement

Strong communication skills

Collaborative approach

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Overview

A network planning role with real technical depth and genuine ownership. Wellington Electricity is one of New Zealand's most technically distinctive electricity distribution businesses. A $893 million regulated asset base serving the capital region, a network unlike anything else in the country, 11kV and LV ring‑mesh topology, oil and gas cable assets, and a long‑term investment programme that's only getting more complex as energy transition accelerates.

This is a newly created Senior Engineer role inside the Network Development team. Considered a strategic investment in technical depth that will shape how Wellington Electricity plans, prioritises, and executes its network for the decade ahead.

Responsibilities

A genuinely broad planning role with direct influence on capital investment decisions. You'll lead load forecasting, run reinforcement and contingency studies in DIgSILENT Power Factory, develop long‑term network options across traditional and non‑traditional solutions, and translate technical constraints into defensible AMP and board‑level recommendations. DG connections, technical approvals, and regulatory compliance are all part of the picture and you'll mentor the graduate and junior engineers around you.

Qualifications

7+ years of experience in distribution network planning at an EDB, asset owner, or equivalent
Strong DIgSILENT / Power Factory capability — non‑negotiable
Load forecasting methodology and reinforcement study experience
Sound understanding of NZ electricity regulations (or a closely comparable framework)
Commercial judgement: the ability to assess risk and make a case for capital investment
Strong communication skills — comfortable translating technical work for non‑technical audiences
A collaborative, flexible approach that suits a dynamic EDB environment
Degree in Electrical Engineering essential; chartered status supported if you're on the pathway

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