Senior or Principal Primary Engineer

Company Description

“If you’re looking for a job that you enjoy and that keeps you passionate and productive, AECOM is the place to be.” William Leong, Workgroup Manager Transmission + Distribution

AECOM’s Energy practice across Australia and New Zealand comprises approximately 250 experts, offering a broad range of services, including consulting, engineering design, energy procurement, and EPC (engineering, procurement, and construction) for power, energy efficiency, and renewable energy clients. Our comprehensive understanding of the entire energy landscape - from generation and distribution to storage and demand-side management enables us to develop holistic strategies that enhance and modernise next-generation energy infrastructure.

Everyone belongs at AECOM. We’re committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging - because great ideas come from diverse perspectives. AECOM is proud to be a Fortune 500 Most Admired Company , a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality , Work180 Equitable Workplace Awards 2025 Winner and an AWEI Bronze Tier LGBTQ+ Inclusive Employer .

Job Description

Due to continued growth in the energy sector, we’re expanding our team and looking for a Senior or Principal Primary Engineer to join our AECOM Energy team in Hamilton or Auckland. This is a key technical role supporting clients across the generation, industrial, and transmission & distribution sectors, working on medium and high-voltage (MV / HV) electrical design projects throughout New Zealand.

How you’ll make a difference

• Lead and deliver conceptual and detailed designs of primary electrical systems.
• Select appropriate electrical equipment to meet technical and client requirements.
• Produce and review electrical drawings (with CAD team support).
• Prepare technical specifications and construction contract documentation.
• Conduct construction monitoring and on-site inspections to ensure design compliance.
• Support the commissioning of new electrical and control systems.

Qualifications

The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don’t tick all the boxes you could still be a perfect fit for this role. Please apply; all applications will be considered.

Additional Information

Why you’ll love working with us

Ready to push the limits of what’s possible?

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and / or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.

Applications are reviewed as they come in, and the role may close earlier than expected, so if this opportunity sounds like you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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