Senior Power Distribution Design Engineer

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Major infrastructure projects

Professional development

Stable role

Collaborative team

Utilities development

Job summary

Placements24 in Queenstown is seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer focused on power distribution to join our client’s team. You will design robust electrical infrastructure for diverse projects, producing detailed designs, schematics, and calculations, and collaborating with project managers and construction crews.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, 5+ years in power distribution design, and proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical and Revit MEP.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical design with focus on power distribution.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical and Revit MEP.
• Strong understanding of HV/LV systems and equipment.
• Experience with power system analysis tools is advantageous.
• Excellent technical documentation skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed electrical designs for power distribution networks, substations, and infrastructure.
• Prepare electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, and wiring layouts using CAD software.
• Conduct load calculations, fault current analysis, and protection coordination studies.
• Specify electrical equipment including switchgear, transformers, cables, and protective devices.
• Ensure designs comply with electrical codes, standards, and safety regulations.
• Collaborate with project teams, providing electrical design support from concept to commissioning.

Skills

Power distribution design

Load calculations

Protection coordination

Electrical schematics

CAD software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Revit MEP

Job description

Placements24 in Queenstown is seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer focused on power distribution to join our client’s team. You will design robust electrical infrastructure for diverse projects, producing detailed designs, schematics, and calculations, and collaborating with project managers and construction crews.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, 5+ years in power distribution design, and proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical and Revit MEP.