Principal / Technical Director Power Systems Engineer

Pscconsulting; Upper Harbour; Hybrid; NZD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

PSC is seeking a Principal / Technical Director Power Systems Engineer to lead and deliver complex power system studies across generation, transmission, and distribution sectors. You will apply advanced analytical expertise to model how power systems behave under steady-state and dynamic conditions.

You will mentor junior engineers, manage project deliverables and budgets, and develop technical reports and proposals to support consulting engagements.

Qualifications

• Requires degree in Electrical Engineering and NZ work authorization.
• Experience in power system analysis across generation, transmission and/or distribution.
• Demonstrated capability in dynamic studies is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead and carry out power system studies including load flow and stability analysis.
• Grow expertise in specialised areas such as power quality or EMT analysis.
• Mentor and coach junior engineers within the Power Systems team.
• Manage project deliverables, schedules and budgets while maintaining client communication.
• Prepare, review and sign off detailed technical reports and develop consulting proposals.
• Coordinate with PSC colleagues globally and support business development activities.

Skills

Power system analysis

Load flow

Short circuit analysis

Dynamic studies

Team leadership

Mentoring

Project management

Client communication

Technical reporting

Proposals

Collaboration

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

PowerFactory

PSS/E

PSCAD

Job description

Are you an experienced power systems engineer ready to make a significant impact on the future of energy networks?

PSC is seeking a Principal / Technical Director Power Systems Engineer to lead and deliver complex power system studies across the generation, transmission, and distribution sectors. This is an exciting opportunity to apply advanced analytical expertise to projects modelling how power systems and their components behave under both steady‑state and dynamic conditions.

What You’ll Do

• Technical Delivery: Lead and carry out power system studies including load flow, short circuit and stability analysis, ensuring high‑quality technical outputs.

• Specialised Capability Development: Grow expertise in specialised areas such as power quality or electromagnetic transient analysis.

• Team Leadership & Mentoring: Mentor and coach junior engineers, supporting capability development within the Power Systems team.

• Project & Client Management: Manage project deliverables, schedules and budgets while maintaining strong client communication and expectations management.

• Technical Reporting & Proposals: Prepare, review and sign off detailed technical reports, and develop proposals for consulting engagements.

• Collaboration & Business Support: Coordinate with PSC colleagues globally, assist with resource planning, and support business development activities.

What You’ll Bring

You will hold a degree in Electrical Engineering and bring proven experience in power system analysis across generation, transmission and/or distribution networks. Demonstrated capability in Dynamic Studies is essential, along with strong proficiency in PowerFactory, PSS®E and/or PSCAD - ideally across multiple platforms. CPEng accreditation is desirable, and you must be legally authorised to work in New Zealand.

Preferred Expertise

• Strong ability to work to deadlines and exceed client expectations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with clear habits for technical writing and email communication
• Excellent presentation skills to represent PSC in industry forums, working groups, conferences, and client presentations

Why Join PSC?

Join a team where your expertise shapes the future. PSC offers a collaborative, innovative environment with opportunities for technical growth, professional development, and the chance to make a real impact on critical infrastructure. You’ll have autonomy, flexibility, and the support to deliver outstanding results.

PSC is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer. Candidates may be interviewed and progressed ahead of the closing date of this advertisement.