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Substation Design Engineer (Principal or Senior)

Substation Design Engineer (Principal or Senior)

Groundline Engineering Ltd.Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand
3 hours ago
Job description

Opportunity

You can look forward to joining a friendly, social team who have a great time together, look out for one another, and are absolutely committed to everyone’s safety. And there’s a lot to be said for the lifestyle opportunities in Canterbury. How about a shorter commute? Lots of possibilities for outdoorsy weekend adventures? More time for your family? That’s right – we know you have a life outside work, and we expect you to live it every day.

  • Long Service Leave
  • Competitive hourly rate and allowances
  • Discount to medical benefits
  • Relocation costs if moving into the area

The Role

Our client is growing, and they’re looking for a Senior / Principal or high level Intermediate Design Engineer to complete the team and help continue to provide top-notch design, project management and consulting services. They are a multi-disciplined, multi-regional electrical distribution construction and maintenance business.

You’ll bring :

  • A (Washington Accord Recognised) electrical engineering qualification or equivalent
  • Experience in a similar position
  • Sound knowledge of Primary or Secondary Systems Design
  • Comprehensive understanding of standards and best practice
  • Evidence of delivering successful projects on time and in budget
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Desirable

  • Skills and / or familiarity in CAD software such as AutoCAD, Inventor and Revit
  • Current professional registration with a widely recognized industry body such as Engineering NZ would be highly regarded
  • This role requires a dynamic, customer focussed person who works well in the team from end to end process. You’ll work from concept design through to completion, taking in client liaison and design so you’ll be a practical, customer‑focussed person who can get on site and understand the balance between design and constructability.

    The Why

    Professional & Career Development – Your ongoing development is supported through a ‘Future Fit’ leadership development programme which is focused on providing you with the Experience, Exposure and Education to allow you to excel in your role.

    Great team, Great Lifestyle - You can look forward to joining a friendly, social team who have a great time together, look out for one another, and are absolutely committed to everyone’s safety. And there’s a lot to be said for the lifestyle opportunities in the Christchurch region. How about a shorter commute? Lots of possibilities for outdoorsy weekend adventures? More time for your family?

    More Benefits - You will also find a great range of staff benefits, including long service leave, wellbeing benefits, and an employer that understands you have a life outside work.

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