Protection Engineer Full-time Job

Key points

• Reward, recognition, and long service awards starting at 2 years
• Permanent, full-time role with competitive salary
• Passionate about designing cutting-edge protection systems
• Work within an innovative and motivated team of electrical engineers
• Opportunity to influence the future of New Zealand’s energy sector

Job requirements

• A degree in Electrical Engineering (NZQF Level 7 or higher)
• Experience in protection system design and power system studies
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Job responsibilities

• Protection System Design: Develop and implement protection systems for network expansion, decarbonisation initiatives, and renewable energy projects.
• Technical Analysis & Calculations: Conduct power system studies, feasibility investigations, concept designs, and detailed designs.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams, clients, and external partners to ensure designs align with industry standards and project requirements.
• Project Leadership: Take on technical leadership responsibilities, guiding project teams and mentoring junior engineers.
• Documentation & Reporting: Prepare high-quality technical reports, design documents, and setting files.

Qualifications

• Industry experience within New Zealand, Australia, or an equivalent utility sector overseas is highly desirable

Skills

• Proficiency with power system modelling and protection setting tools
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
• Proactive and collaborative approach to project delivery

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements to support work/life balance
• Wellbeing benefits including 24/7 confidential EAP support, free annual health checks, and more
• Reward, recognition program, and long service awards starting at 2 years
• Professional development opportunities and paid professional membership fees

How to apply

Send your resume and cover letter to peopleteam@electronet.co.nz