Senior Electrical Engineer

Senior Electrical Engineer – Dunedin based

We’ve got a fantastic opportunity for a skilled Senior Electrical Engineer or someone with equivalent practical experience to join our growing team in Dunedin.

You’ll be required to travel and work on-site across the South Island, often within demanding industrial environments.

You’ll play a key role in delivering complex industrial and commercial projects, taking responsibility from concept design through to commissioning. If you enjoy solving technical challenges and delivering practical, effective solutions for clients, this role is for you.

What You'll be Doing

Install, maintain, and troubleshoot industrial electrical systems (wiring, control panels, motors, equipment) in line with NZ standards.

Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance to ensure reliability and minimize downtime.

Diagnose and repair faults in machinery, control systems, and components.

Read and interpret electrical schematics and technical diagrams.

Program, configure, and maintain PLCs and automated control systems.

Test and verify system performance using appropriate tools.

Ensure strict compliance with safety procedures and regulations.

Collaborate with engineers, maintenance teams, and production staff.

Maintain accurate documentation of maintenance and repair work.

Support system upgrades and other tasks as directed.

What We’re Looking For

Current New Zealand Electrical Registration.

5+ years of proven experience in industrial or commercial electrical design.

Proficiency in drafting and interpreting plans (AutoCAD or EPlan preferred).

Strong technical skills in circuit sizing, cable schedules, and load calculations.

Excellent documentation and reporting skills, with solid MS Office proficiency.

5+ years of PLC programming experience (Rockwell and / or Schneider platforms).

Competitive hourly rate

Overtime rates – time and a half

Work vehicle

Work functions

Paid birthday leave

Cell phone & laptop

Upskill in automation & electrical design

Supportive team culture

We’re big believers in investing in our people — supporting, encouraging, and helping you grow your career with us.

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It Would Be Great If You Also Have

Experience with Ignition or Intouch SCADA.

Knowledge of SQL databases or Visual Studio.

Background in project estimation or client-facing design reviews.

If you're a practical, driven individual with a passion for industrial work and a desire to grow your skills in automation and control, we’d love to hear from you.

Only candidates with the right to work in New Zealand will be considered for this role. Please proceed to application if you are a New Zealand resident currently in New Zealand. Do not apply from overseas.

Please note due to available resources only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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