Senior Electrical Engineer – Building Services, Data Centres

Transpower; Wellington; On-site; NZD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible leave options

Learning & development programs

Mentoring program

Professional memberships

Health and life insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Stantec in New Zealand is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our Buildings team in Wellington. You will lead the design and delivery of electrical services across diverse building projects, including data centres and healthcare facilities, ensuring innovative and compliant solutions.

Collaborating with other disciplines, you will mentor junior engineers, maintain strong client relationships, and contribute to business development.

Qualifications

• 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.

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

Electrical design

Project leadership

Client relations

Mentoring

Communication skills

Education

BE or equivalent in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AGI

Power CAD

REVIT

Job description

Stantec in New Zealand is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our Buildings team in Wellington. You will lead the design and delivery of electrical services across diverse building projects, including data centres and healthcare facilities, ensuring innovative and compliant solutions.

Collaborating with other disciplines, you will mentor junior engineers, maintain strong client relationships, and contribute to business development.