222 engineering principal jobs in New Zealand

Lead mechanical design delivery on a landmark hydro infrastructure project in a complex EPC environment.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

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Listed fifteen days ago

Principal Engineer, Process

at Christchurch Engine Centre

This is a Full time job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

$140,000 – $150,000 per year

Permanent role in a large international organisation
Earnings up to $150,000 + yearly bonus + free carpark
Christchurch base - relocation support for eligible applicants

Principal Engineer, Process providing technical support and process optimisation for aero-engine maintenance and repair.

subClassification: Process EngineeringProcess Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

15d ago

Listed ten days ago

Engineering Senior Lecturer / Lecturer

at The University of Waikato

This is a Full time job

Permanent academic position based in Tauranga
Contribute to research, teaching and postgraduate supervision
Strong industry and stakeholder engagement

Help shape the next generation of engineers through teaching, research and industry engagement.

subClassification: Teaching - TertiaryTeaching - Tertiary classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

10d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Principal Mechanical Engineer

at Fluid Engineering

This is a Full time job

Rotorua, Bay of Plenty(Hybrid)

Flexible working + comprehensive benefits package

Key role with strategic influence
Varied work with large and complex scale
Mature organisation that values professional growth

Play an influential role in shaping the management of Mercury's hydro, geothermal and wind assets

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

18d ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Engineering Design Lead / Principal Engineer (CPEng)

at Civil Project Solutions

This is a Full time job

Gisborne Central, Gisborne(Remote)

A diverse range of infrastructure and development projects
The opportunity to establish and lead a high-performing engineering function
Flexible location options for the right candidate

CPS is seeking an experienced NZ Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) to join our growing team as an Engineering Design Lead / Principal Engineer.

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

25d ago•Expiring

Listed four days ago

Principal Software Engineer

at Trade Me

This is a Full time job

Lead tech strategy & R&D as a Principal Software Engineer at Trade Me
Shape platform roadmaps, mentor engineers & drive modern tech strategy.
Enjoy 10% L&D time, flexible working, parental leave & wellness perks

Provide technical depth, lead R&D, and act as primary authority for major technical challenges while shaping roadmaps and managing technical debt.

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

4d ago

Listed four days ago

Principal Mechanical Engineer - Major Hydro Infrastructure Project

at ReGenerateNZ Ltd

This is a Full time job

Lead mechanical design delivery on a landmark hydro infrastructure project in a complex EPC environment.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

4d ago

Listed one day ago

Manager - Engineering and Asset Optimisation

at Vitaco Health Group

This is a Full time job

East Tamaki, Auckland

Executive leadership role with enterprise-wide accountability
Opportunity to be part of a growing, world-class nutrition company
Competitive salary with annual review, plus paid birthday leave

Lead engineering excellence across one of Australasia's leading health and wellness manufacturers.

subClassification: ManagementManagement classification: Engineering(Engineering)

1d ago

Listed one day ago

Head of Engineering & Delivery

at Captivate Technology

This is a Full time job

$150,000 – $170,000 per year

Join a growing start-up, lead engineering and delivery of carbon-capture technology from lab to customer deployment.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

1d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Principal / Associate Director | Buildings

at AECOM New Zealand Ltd

This is a Full time job

Lead iconic multidisciplinary building projects
Shape New Zealand's most complex developments
Access global expertise and career opportunities

Be the driving force behind New Zealand's most complex buildings—leading people, projects and innovation every step of the way

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

22d ago

Listed one day ago

Head of Department - Technology

at King's College

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Otahuhu, Auckland

Starting Term 1, 2027
Full-time
Leadership position

Lead a Technology department where established tradition meets progressive thinking, innovation and a future-focused approach.

subClassification: Teaching - SecondaryTeaching - Secondary classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

1d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Principal Advisor Maritime Response Strategy Systems

at Maritime New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

Key Senior role within a supportive team
Permanent role based in Auckland (Wellington could be a consideration)
Salary ranges from $140,735- $171,945, depending on skills and experience

Mō mātou | About Us Our Vision: Preventing Harm. Saving Lives.

subClassification: OtherOther classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

11d ago

Listed one day ago

Principal Water Supply Modeller

at Tauranga City Council

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Total Annual Remuneration $126,000 - $148,000

Bring senior water modelling expertise to complex network planning
Be part of a positive team with strong technical capability
Access flexible working, development, and wellbeing benefits

Lead complex water supply modelling to support confident decisions for Tauranga's growing infrastructure needs

subClassification: Water & Waste EngineeringWater & Waste Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

1d ago

Listed three days ago

Staff, Principal or Lead Engineer | Node.js | Greenfields AI Project

at Enterprise Technology Recruitment Ltd

This is a Full time job

at Ministry for Cities, Environment, Regions and Transport

$170,000 – $180,000 per year

Build a brand-new cloud platform from scratch. Lead with Node.js, React & PostgreSQL, shape architecture, embrace AI and influence every decision.

subClassification: Developers/ProgrammersDevelopers/Programmers classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

3d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

General Manager - Engineering, NZS Group

at NZS Group

This is a Full time job

Henderson, Auckland

$130,000 – $180,000 per year

Lead engineering excellence across NZS Group, driving capability, innovation and consistent design standards nationwide.

subClassification: ManagementManagement classification: Engineering(Engineering)

26d ago•Expiring

Listed nine days ago

Principal Advisor - Digital

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$143,891 – $174,927 per year

Senior thought leadership and technical advice on NZ's new Planning System digital transformation.

subClassification: OtherOther classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

9d ago•Expiring

Listed eighteen days ago

Principal Software Engineer

at Meridian Energy

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

Awesome opportunity to set technical direction and own to SDLC
Based in our Wellington or Christchurch Offices
Excellent salary + STI + benefits

We're looking for a Principal Engineer to own the end-to-end software development cycle!

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

18d ago

Listed four days ago

Project Management Lead/Senior or Principal Project Manager

at Stantec New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

Strong pipeline of projects - bring your expertise to our team
Work alongside highly skilled industry experts
Competitive salary + flexible working arrangements + benefits package

With significant growth in our Water team, and a strong pipeline of work, we are looking to grow our Project Management team!

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management classification: Engineering(Engineering)

4d ago

Listed two days ago

Principal Electrical Engineer (Transmission & Distribution)

at Egis

This is a Full time job

Opportunity to shape the business direction in NZ
True autonomy, influence and business leadership opportunity
Help grow a business unit that has huge ambition both locally and globally!

Join our growing Energy business as a Principal Engineer - this role can be based in our Auckland, Wellington or Christchurch offices.

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

2d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Principal Transmission Line Engineer I Energy NZ

at AECOM New Zealand Ltd

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

Build and develop your T&D detailed design skills, with local and global teams
Varied projects, with different scope, scale, location and client requirements
Supported by global technical leaders as well as mentor and develop others

Deliver detailed design projects across the Transmission & Distribution sector, with the opportunity to work on NZ, Australian and global projects

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

22d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Principal Geotechnical Engineer (relocate to Hawke's Bay, Taupō or Gisborne)

at WSP New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Diverse, multidisciplinary environment
Excellent team and people focused culture
Impactful projects that shape the future of local and regional infrastructure

Join a global leader in engineering and advisory, shaping communities and advancing humanity through science-based expertise and innovation.

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

22d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Engineering Manager

at GroConstruct Ltd

This is a Full time job

at Allwest Engineering Limited

$180,000 – $220,000 per year

Generous salary and package
Flexible working arragements
Senior Leadership role

GroConstruct has partnered with Spiral Drillers to find a Engineering Manager. We're looking for a Chartered Engineer with extensive Piling experience

subClassification: ManagementManagement classification: Engineering(Engineering)

11d ago

Listed eight days ago

Principal Adviser

at Commerce Commission

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

$193,627 - $227,796 plus 3.5% KiwiSaver

Lead a high-profile governance uplift programme
Shape organisational performance and reporting practices
Build practical tools, dashboards and AI-enabled solutions

Make a lasting impact by helping strengthen governance, performance and decision-making across the Commerce Commission.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

8d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Senior Project Manager – Mechanical Engineering

This is a Full time job

Avondale, Auckland(Hybrid)

$130,000 – $150,000 per year

• The opportunity to lead major mechanical projects across NZ and Australia.

This is a senior, hands-on role for someone who wants real ownership of project outcomes – from scoping and budgeting through to delivery & mentoring.

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management classification: Engineering(Engineering)

22d ago

Listed four days ago

Principal Advisor, Performance Frameworks

at The Johnson Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$120 to $140

Contribute to meaningful work that supports the delivery of critical services
6 month contract
Hourly Rate

Principal Advisor contract with a key role in shaping and implementing new performance frameworks and operating processes in a regulatory environment.

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

4d ago

Listed twelve days ago

ASB Internship - Engineering Practice - Nov 2026 to Feb 2027

at SEEK Grad

This is a Full time job