Direct Control Engineer Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - May 2026

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Electrical Engineer

This is a Full time job

Get involved and contribute to a better world!
Our technologies and solutions enhance quality of life
Be part of a passionate team of more than 18,000 people around the globe

Get involved and contribute to a better world!
Our technologies and solutions enhance quality of life
Be part of a passionate team of more than 18,000 people around the globe

We are GEA, one of the world’s largest systems suppliers for the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical sectors with market-leading solutions. Join us!

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

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Automation & Controls Engineer

at Caliber Design Ltd.

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Hourly Rate + Overtime

Join a fast-growing team working on the most interesting projects in NZ.
Full time permanent role with generous overtime and paid Learning & Development.
Monthly pub meetings, quarterly events and great colleagues.

Join a fast-growing team working on the most interesting projects in NZ.
Full time permanent role with generous overtime and paid Learning & Development.
Monthly pub meetings, quarterly events and great colleagues.

We are building NZ's most versatile engineering team. We need your help to support our client's projects across a diverse range of industries.

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

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Listed fourteen days ago

Control Systems Engineer

at DRE Systems Limited

This is a Full time job

Petone, Wellington

Lead control systems design with cutting-edge PLC/SCADA tech. Flexible work, great benefits, career growth.

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

14d ago

Listed one day ago

BMS Project & Service Engineer

at Direct Control Limited

This is a Full time job

Mount Eden, Auckland

Negotiable on experience

Senior Position in Leadership Team
Professional Engineering Team
Excellent Career Prospects

Senior Position in Leadership Team
Professional Engineering Team
Excellent Career Prospects

Outstanding senior role in business automation for person with Tridium experience

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

1d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Electrical Engineer

at GEA New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

Get involved and contribute to a better world!
Our technologies and solutions enhance quality of life
Be part of a passionate team of more than 18,000 people around the globe

Get involved and contribute to a better world!
Our technologies and solutions enhance quality of life
Be part of a passionate team of more than 18,000 people around the globe

We are GEA, one of the world’s largest systems suppliers for the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical sectors with market-leading solutions. Join us!

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

12d ago

Listed two days ago

Graduate Integration Engineer

at Daifuku Oceania

This is a Full time job

Rosedale, Auckland

Varied graduate role in automation and integration
Hands on exposure to automation, controls and system integration projects
Travel to NZ and international project sites

Varied graduate role in automation and integration
Hands on exposure to automation, controls and system integration projects
Travel to NZ and international project sites

We're looking for a motivated Graduate Integration Engineer with confidence communicating with customers and interest in travelling to project sites.

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

2d ago

Listed twenty two hours ago

Project Engineer - Electrical & Controls

at Mitech Group Limited

This is a Full time job

Ellerslie, Auckland

Work with leading manufacturers in NZ
Multidisciplinary hands on role, with design, electrical and programming aspects
Collaborative team environment

Work with leading manufacturers in NZ
Multidisciplinary hands on role, with design, electrical and programming aspects
Collaborative team environment

Project Engineer-Electrical Controls- automation of coding & vision solutions for some of the most innovative manufacturing facilities in NZ

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

22h ago

Listed three days ago

Automation & Controls Engineer

at Caliber Design Ltd.

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Hourly Rate + Overtime

Join a fast-growing team working on the most interesting projects in NZ.
Full time permanent role with generous overtime and paid Learning & Development.
Monthly pub meetings, quarterly events and great colleagues.

Join a fast-growing team working on the most interesting projects in NZ.
Full time permanent role with generous overtime and paid Learning & Development.
Monthly pub meetings, quarterly events and great colleagues.

We are building NZ's most versatile engineering team. We need your help to support our client's projects across a diverse range of industries.

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

3d ago

Listed twenty three hours ago

Graduate Network Engineer

at MainPower New Zealand Ltd

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Rangiora based opportunity
Gain exposure to multiple teams and disciplines
Learn from experienced engineers and industry leaders

Rangiora based opportunity
Gain exposure to multiple teams and disciplines
Learn from experienced engineers and industry leaders

Kickstart your career with us! Motivated Electrical Engineering grads wanted- seize your graduate opportunity now!

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

23h ago

Listed six days ago

Electrical Engineer

at Caliber Design Ltd.

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Hourly Rate + Overtime

Join a fast-growing team working on the most interesting projects in NZ.
Full time permanent role with generous overtime.
Monthly pub meetings, quarterly events and great colleagues.

Join a fast-growing team working on the most interesting projects in NZ.
Full time permanent role with generous overtime.
Monthly pub meetings, quarterly events and great colleagues.

We are building NZ's most versatile engineering team. We need your help to support our client's projects across a diverse range of industries.

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

6d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Technical Operations Coordinator

at Dalton Electrical Co Ltd.

This is a Full time job

Penrose, Auckland

Come Join Dalton Electricals' engineering team as a Technical Operations Coordinator- a fulltime development graduate pathway.

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

21d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Automation & Control Systems Trainee

at Switchbuild Ltd

This is a Full time job

Dunedin Central, Otago

Training from experienced engineers
Career in a growing industry
Diverse industrial projects and modern tools

Training from experienced engineers
Career in a growing industry
Diverse industrial projects and modern tools

Learn from a skilled team while building real automation projects, gaining hands-on PLC/SCADA experience with strong mentoring and career growth.

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

12d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Automation Engineer

at GEA New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

Get involved and contribute to a better world!
Our technologies and solutions enhance quality of life
Be part of a passionate team of more than 18,000 people around the globe

Get involved and contribute to a better world!
Our technologies and solutions enhance quality of life
Be part of a passionate team of more than 18,000 people around the globe

We are GEA, one of the world’s largest systems suppliers for the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical sectors with market-leading solutions. Join us!

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

12d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Automation Engineer (Int-Snr) Ignition

at PeopleLogic

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$70k to $140k + paid overtime

Two roles: one junior, one intermediate to senior
You decide how much you travel, and earn accordingly
Established systems integrator where people enjoy working

Two roles: one junior, one intermediate to senior
You decide how much you travel, and earn accordingly
Established systems integrator where people enjoy working

Two roles. PLC, SCADA, and HMI work. Control your own travel. Bay of Plenty and Auckland projects.

Recruited byDavid Milmine

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

13d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Experienced Automation & Control Systems Engineer

at Switchbuild Ltd

This is a Full time job

Dunedin Central, Otago

Build your career in a growing automation industry
Work on real-world automation projects across broad range of industries
Competitive salary aligned with experience and capability

Build your career in a growing automation industry
Work on real-world automation projects across broad range of industries
Competitive salary aligned with experience and capability

We require an experienced Automation & Control Systems Engineer to join our team. You can be based in either Dunedin or Christchurch.

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

12d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Junior Quality Assurance & Control Engineer

at Robotics Plus

This is a Full time job

Tauriko, Bay of Plenty

Work hands‑on with cutting‑edge robotics
Learn and grow alongside an experienced, supportive team
Modern facilities, strong wellbeing focus

Work hands‑on with cutting‑edge robotics
Learn and grow alongside an experienced, supportive team
Modern facilities, strong wellbeing focus

Support quality and compliance from supplier through production, for an innovative ag-tech company here in NZ

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

13d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Technical Engineer

at TWS Energy Controls Limited

This is a Full time job

Wigram, Canterbury

$80,000 – $120,000 per year

A hands‑on engineering role where your work directly supports critical energy infrastructure.

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

29d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty two days ago

Graduate Electronics Engineer

at Integrated Control Technology

This is a Full time job

Rosedale, Auckland(Hybrid)

ICT is hiring for a Graduate Electronics Engineer to join our hands-on, AI-first Solution Engineering department!

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

22d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Service Engineer

at ADB SAFEGATE

This is a Full time job

Auckland Airport, Auckland

Work in a niche industry
Be a part of improving New Zealand's critical aviation infrastructure
Opportunity to work for a global leader in airfield lighting

Work in a niche industry
Be a part of improving New Zealand's critical aviation infrastructure
Opportunity to work for a global leader in airfield lighting

this job involves: installing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and maintaining control and docking systems, while providing technical support

subClassification: Fitters, Turners & MachinistsFitters, Turners & Machinists

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

28d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty nine days ago

Network Engineer (Substations and reticulation)

at MainPower New Zealand Ltd

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Rangiora based opportunity
Subsidised health insurance and gym membership + Life Insurance
Enjoy awesome perks like a 9-day fortnight option

Rangiora based opportunity
Subsidised health insurance and gym membership + Life Insurance
Enjoy awesome perks like a 9-day fortnight option

Design and deliver critical electricity network projects that power North Canterbury.

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

29d ago•Expiring

Listed sixteen days ago

Automation Engineer

at Leaderbrand Produce Ltd

This is a Full time job

Gisborne Central, Gisborne

$100,000 – $117,000 per year

Hands-on automation role working with modern PLC and SCADA systems
Make a real impact on plant reliability and continuous improvement
Join a leading NZ food producer with strong team culture and stability

Hands-on automation role working with modern PLC and SCADA systems
Make a real impact on plant reliability and continuous improvement
Join a leading NZ food producer with strong team culture and stability

Help shape the reliability of modern food production by applying your PLC and SCADA expertise in a hands-on Automation Engineer role at LeaderBrand.

subClassification: Systems EngineeringSystems Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

16d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Electrical Engineer

at Phillip Riley

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Competive salary package and bonus

Hands-on engineering role across design, testing and manufacturing
Work closely with an IANZ-accredited test lab and HV equipment
Growing ANZ business offering early responsibility and broad exposure

Hands-on engineering role across design, testing and manufacturing
Work closely with an IANZ-accredited test lab and HV equipment
Growing ANZ business offering early responsibility and broad exposure

Hands-on electrical engineering role across design and testing. Work on HV equipment in a growing ANZ manufacturer. Christchurch based.

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

20d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Network Controller

at Orion NZ Ltd

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Be at the centre of keeping the network running smoothly
Make real-time decisions that impact the wider community
Build your skills in a high-trust, fast-paced environment

Be at the centre of keeping the network running smoothly
Make real-time decisions that impact the wider community
Build your skills in a high-trust, fast-paced environment

Your skills combined with our network, a combination that keeps things moving

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

21d ago

Listed eighteen hours ago

Automation Manager

at D2 Controls Limited

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

$140,000 – $160,000 per year

A great opportunity for an experienced Automation Engineer to further develop their career

subClassification: Industrial EngineeringIndustrial Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

18h ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Engineer - Transmission Lines

at Northpower Ltd

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

Competitive salary + company perks
Career development and professional growth opportunities
Passionate about making a difference in the energy sector

Competitive salary + company perks
Career development and professional growth opportunities
Passionate about making a difference in the energy sector

Northpower is seeking a motivated and technically capable Engineer Transmission Lines to join our Transmission Lines team

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

23d ago

Listed three days ago

Industrial Software Engineer

at PeopleLogic

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

$90k-$120k

Software-first approach: Beckhoff PLCs, Ignition Perspective HMI, OO design
Build highly reusable, modular code that shortens commissioning
Occasional commissioning trips to NZ and Australian sites

Software-first approach: Beckhoff PLCs, Ignition Perspective HMI, OO design
Build highly reusable, modular code that shortens commissioning
Occasional commissioning trips to NZ and Australian sites

A rare blend of industrial automation and modern software engineering. Join a tight-knit team redefining how industrial plants are controlled.

Recruited byDavid Milmine

subClassification: Systems EngineeringSystems Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

3d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Senior Automation Engineer

at Apex Water Limited

This is a Full time job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

A fast-paced environment guaranteeing development and growth
Collaborative and supportive environment valuing creativity and teamwork
Exceptional opportunities, innovative projects - we have the recipe for success!

A fast-paced environment guaranteeing development and growth
Collaborative and supportive environment valuing creativity and teamwork
Exceptional opportunities, innovative projects - we have the recipe for success!

Design, test, and optimise PLC/SCADA systems for water & wastewater plants—support commissioning and bring complex systems to life nationwide.

subClassification: Water & Waste EngineeringWater & Waste Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

16d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Control and Instrumentation Engineer

at RobLawMax Recruitment

This is a Full time job

Taupo, Waikato

Competitive Salary- Experience dependant

Key role on a major geothermal energy project
Hands-on C&I / EC&I role with focus on instrumentation and hazardous areas
12-month contract (FTC), site-based in the Central North Island

Key role on a major geothermal energy project
Hands-on C&I / EC&I role with focus on instrumentation and hazardous areas
12-month contract (FTC), site-based in the Central North Island

Site-based C&I Engineer role on major energy project. Commissioning, instrumentation & hazardous area focus. 12-month contract (FTC).

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

27d ago•Expiring

Listed eight days ago

Senior Engineer - Distribution Design

at Omexom New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Silverdale, Auckland

6% Kiwisaver employer contribution, increasing to 9% after 10 years of service
Birthday Leave
Company provided health insurance for employees and dependents

6% Kiwisaver employer contribution, increasing to 9% after 10 years of service
Birthday Leave
Company provided health insurance for employees and dependents

We are seeking to employ a Senior Engineer-Distribution Design to provide technical expertise & leadership for design solutions, for network projects.

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

8d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago