WSP in New Zealand
Senior Power & Energy Design Engineers - in NZ
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WSP in New Zealand - Power Engineering Consultant Opportunities
WSP in New Zealand's Power and Energy team is expanding significantly and is seeking power design expertise to complement our team during this exciting phase.
Why New Zealand?
- Excellent work-life balance
- Excellent schooling environment
- Beaches, mountains, and outdoor activities on your doorstep
- Be part of creating tangible infrastructure in our welcoming communities
Roles and Areas of Expertise
With 10+ years of experience:
- Lead / Design Managers
- Protection and Control Lead Engineers
- SCADA / Substation Automation Engineers
We are seeking engineers with:
- Multidiscipline coordination
- Risk management experience
- Yard layout design experience
- Familiarity with SCADA architecture
- Relay application
- Busbar design
- Line transformer and scheme design
What You’ll Be Doing
- Deliver high-quality engineering solutions
- Work collaboratively across national multi-disciplinary teams
- Contribute to design, site investigations, and project delivery
- Prepare technical documentation and support construction monitoring
- Manage project timelines, budgets, and risks
- Mentor junior engineers and support team development
- Champion health, safety, and wellbeing
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What We Offer
- Relocation support to help you settle in
- Flexible working and strong professional development pathways
- A supportive, inclusive, and high-performing culture
- The opportunity to work on projects that leave a lasting legacy
About You
- Degree-qualified in a relevant discipline (Washington Accord preferred)
- Minimum 10 years’ experience in power engineering design projects
- Background in consultancy
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
- A collaborative, proactive, and client-focused mindset
Ready to Make the Move?
Join WSP and experience the best of Aotearoa – while taking your engineering career to the next level. Multiple location options available.
What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?
At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects, and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.
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As the premier design, engineering, and environmental consultancy in Aotearoa New Zealand, WSP exists to future-proof our cities and environment.
Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.
WSP NZ has proudly earned its place among the top five employers to work for in Aotearoa New Zealand, as recognized in Randstad's latest employer survey. In addition, WSP has been listed as one of TIME’s 2023 top 100 companies globally for employees.
Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.
With us, you can. Apply today.
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