Senior Electrical Engineer

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Wellington; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Income Continuance Insurance (ICI)

Life insurance

Flexible leave options up to 4 weeks

Mentoring and development

Professional memberships

Job summary

Stantec in New Zealand is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead the design and delivery of electrical services across building projects, including data centres and healthcare facilities. You will mentor junior engineers, manage complex projects to time and budget, and collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams within Stantec's Buildings group in Wellington.

You will bring a BE in Electrical Engineering, 7 years’ experience, NZ code proficiency, and strong client communication.

Qualifications

• A BE or equivalent in Electrical Engineering.
• 7 years’ experience in electrical building services design.
• Experience in Data Centres and Healthcare facilities.
• Proven ability to manage and deliver complex projects on time and on budget.
• Strong understanding of NZ building codes and electrical standards.
• Proficiency in electrical design software and documentation tools (AGI, Power CAD).
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and leadership mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of electrical services on a variety of building projects.
• Coordinate with other engineering disciplines.
• Maintain strong client relationships and ensure project expectations are exceeded.
• Prepare high-quality design documentation, including specifications and drawings (REVIT knowledge desirable).
• Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and quality assurance for junior engineers.
• Contribute to business development activities and help grow the electrical services division.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Education

BE in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AGI

PowerCAD

REVIT

Job description

Senior Electrical Engineer

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure.

We are designers, engineers, scientists, project managers, and strategic advisors. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.

In addition to providing traditional engineering, design, and construction management services, we have experience with complex design‑builds, alliancing, programme management, information technology, asset management, and business consulting.

About the role:

Stantec’s Buildings team in New Zealand delivers end‑to‑end projects for our clients, from feasibility and design through to construction, commissioning, and operation. Specialising in mission‑critical facilities such as data centres and healthcare, our team of 100 brings expertise in mechanical, hydraulic, fire, electrical and sustainability engineering to local projects. We’re proud to put user needs at the centre of every design.

We are looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our experienced team. This is a key opportunity for an experienced engineer to take on a role delivering technically excellent and innovative electrical solutions across a diverse range of building projects.

You’ll work in a collaborative environment where your technical expertise and leadership will contribute to the continued growth and success of our electrical engineering services.

Day to day tasks will involve:

• Lead the design and delivery of electrical services on a variety of building projects
• Coordinate with other engineering disciplines
• Maintain strong client relationships and ensure project expectations are exceeded
• Prepare high‑quality design documentation, including specifications and drawings (REVIT knowledge desirable)
• Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and quality assurance for junior engineers
• Contribute to business development activities and help grow the electrical services division

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A degree in Electrical Engineering (BE or equivalent)
• 7 years’ experience in electrical building services design
• Experience in Data Centres and Healthcare facilities
• Proven ability to manage and deliver complex projects on time and on budget
• Strong understanding of NZ building codes and electrical standards
• Proficiency in electrical design software and documentation tools (AGI, Power CAD)
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• A proactive mindset and a passion for mentoring and team leadership
• A commitment to quality, safety, and continual professional development

What we offer

• A friendly inclusive work environment
• Flexible working arrangements including purchasing up to 4 weeks additional leave and provision for school term contracts, job sharing and part‑time employment
• Learning and talent development programmes including global programmes, online learning, and on‑the‑job learning
• Mentoring for your own development
• Professional memberships
• Health insurance – Income Continuance Insurance (ICI) – Life insurance
• Service recognition awards
• Employee assistance programme

Primary Location: New Zealand‑Wellington

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibits 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