Power Grid Engineer Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - May 2026

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Outage Planner - Auckland or Palmerston North

at Transpower

This is a Full time job

Otara, Auckland(Hybrid)

Base + Benefits + KiwiSaver

Plan and coordinate outages across the National Grid
Support critical maintenance, projects, and future grid planning
Grow your career in a fast-evolving and essential industry

Plan and coordinate outages across the National Grid
Support critical maintenance, projects, and future grid planning
Grow your career in a fast-evolving and essential industry

Coordinate national grid outages with internal teams and customers to enable safe, efficient maintenance and project delivery across Aotearoa.

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

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Power Systems Modelling & Analytics Engineer

at Powerco

This is a Full time job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty(Hybrid)

Competitive salary plus medical and life insurance

Flexi-time, flexi-locations, flexi-days, we do it all
Fully subsidised medical and life insurance
Great career development and long-term career opportunities.

Flexi-time, flexi-locations, flexi-days, we do it all
Fully subsidised medical and life insurance
Great career development and long-term career opportunities.

Join our Power Systems modelling team to play a pivotal role in developing future ready networks and enabling Distributed System Operator capabilities

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

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Listed fourteen days ago

Associate Grid Investment Modeller

at Transpower

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Base + Benefits + KiwiSaver

Use your passion for analysis & programming to inform infrastructure decisions
Work with wide-ranging data to generate & communicate critical insights
Engage, share & learn from smart, welcoming, and humble people

Use your passion for analysis & programming to inform infrastructure decisions
Work with wide-ranging data to generate & communicate critical insights
Engage, share & learn from smart, welcoming, and humble people

Energise your career in the electricity sector. Be part of New Zealand's journey to net-carbon zero and a more sustainable energy future.

subClassification: Modelling & SimulationModelling & Simulation

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

14d ago

Listed one day ago

Outage Planner - Auckland or Palmerston North

at Transpower

This is a Full time job

Otara, Auckland(Hybrid)

Base + Benefits + KiwiSaver

Plan and coordinate outages across the National Grid
Support critical maintenance, projects, and future grid planning
Grow your career in a fast-evolving and essential industry

Plan and coordinate outages across the National Grid
Support critical maintenance, projects, and future grid planning
Grow your career in a fast-evolving and essential industry

Coordinate national grid outages with internal teams and customers to enable safe, efficient maintenance and project delivery across Aotearoa.

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

1d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Associate Grid Investment Modeller

at Transpower

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Base + Benefits + KiwiSaver

Use your passion for analysis & programming to inform infrastructure decisions
Work with wide-ranging data to generate & communicate critical insights
Engage, share & learn from smart, welcoming, and humble people

Use your passion for analysis & programming to inform infrastructure decisions
Work with wide-ranging data to generate & communicate critical insights
Engage, share & learn from smart, welcoming, and humble people

Energise your career in the electricity sector. Be part of New Zealand's journey to net-carbon zero and a more sustainable energy future.

subClassification: Analysis & ReportingAnalysis & Reporting

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

14d ago

Listed nine days ago

Power Systems Modelling & Analytics Engineer

at Powerco

This is a Full time job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty(Hybrid)

Competitive salary plus medical and life insurance

Flexi-time, flexi-locations, flexi-days, we do it all
Fully subsidised medical and life insurance
Great career development and long-term career opportunities.

Flexi-time, flexi-locations, flexi-days, we do it all
Fully subsidised medical and life insurance
Great career development and long-term career opportunities.

Join our Power Systems modelling team to play a pivotal role in developing future ready networks and enabling Distributed System Operator capabilities

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

9d ago

Listed eight days ago

Generation Manager - Electricity Industry - Rarotonga, Cook Islands

at Red Consulting Group

This is a Full time job

Auckland

Good Salary + Vehicle + Relocation Assistance

Feel fulfilled by the work you're doing while living in beautiful Rarotonga
As part of senior management team, lead & inspire while meeting operational KPIs
You'll feel appreciated every day. The people you work for & with are great!

Feel fulfilled by the work you're doing while living in beautiful Rarotonga
As part of senior management team, lead & inspire while meeting operational KPIs
You'll feel appreciated every day. The people you work for & with are great!

As Generation Manager at TAU in Rarotonga, lead the operation of the power station + all associated generation assets (diesel and renewables). Wow!

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

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

8d ago

Listed one day ago

Outage Planner - Auckland or Palmerston North

at Transpower

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Palmerston North Central, Manawatu(Hybrid)

Base + Benefits + KiwiSaver

Plan and coordinate outages across the National Grid
Support critical maintenance, projects, and future grid planning
Grow your career in a fast-evolving and essential industry

Plan and coordinate outages across the National Grid
Support critical maintenance, projects, and future grid planning
Grow your career in a fast-evolving and essential industry

Coordinate national grid outages with internal teams and customers to enable safe, efficient maintenance and project delivery across Aotearoa.

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

1d ago

Listed seventeen hours ago

Technical Engineer (Primary)

at Orion NZ Ltd

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Work alongside sharp technical minds solving complex network problems
Help modernise and strengthen the future of our electricity network
Take ownership of technical decisions that impact network performance

Work alongside sharp technical minds solving complex network problems
Help modernise and strengthen the future of our electricity network
Take ownership of technical decisions that impact network performance

Drive the performance, reliability, and long-term development of critical HV infrastructure across our network

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

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

17h ago

Listed three days ago

Renewables & Energy Storage Engineer

at Aurecon

This is a Full time job

Wellington

plus 4% kiwisaver and lush offices

Work on utility-scale BESS and renewable energy projects
Deliver projects across NZ, Australia and beyond
Join a growing multidisciplinary power generation team

Work on utility-scale BESS and renewable energy projects
Deliver projects across NZ, Australia and beyond
Join a growing multidisciplinary power generation team

Deliver utility-scale renewable energy and BESS projects helping shape the future of energy across New Zealand and Australia.

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

3d ago

Listed nineteen hours ago

Project Manager - HVDC

at Transpower

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Base + Benefits + KiwiSaver

Bring your experience in electrical/electronics projects
Join our Wellington based experienced and driven HVDC Project Team
Nationally significant multiyear programme of critical infrastructure projects

Bring your experience in electrical/electronics projects
Join our Wellington based experienced and driven HVDC Project Team
Nationally significant multiyear programme of critical infrastructure projects

Contribute to an iconic programme of work and bring your skills to unique projects that will secure electricity transfer for future generations!

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

19h ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Electrical Engineer - Solar Design and Delivery

at Auric Electrical Ltd

This is a Full time job

Ashburton, Canterbury

$100,000 – $130,000 per year

EWRB registered | Level 7+ engineering qualification or working toward it | 3 to 5 years post-qualification with a focus on solar and energy

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

16d ago

Listed three days ago

Solar PV Project Manager

at Aurecon

This is a Full time job

Auckland

plus 4% kiwisaver and lush offices

Lead utility-scale solar PV and BESS projects across NZ
Work directly with major renewable energy clients and developers
Combine project leadership, technical coordination and delivery

Lead utility-scale solar PV and BESS projects across NZ
Work directly with major renewable energy clients and developers
Combine project leadership, technical coordination and delivery

Lead utility-scale solar PV and BESS projects across New Zealand, supporting major renewable energy clients through complex project delivery.

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

3d ago

Listed nine days 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)

9d ago

Listed four days ago

Power Systems Technician

at High Voltage Solutions

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$45 – $65 per hour

Join a specialist team delivering commissioning services on complex systems for major infrastructure and generation projects.

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

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

4d ago

Listed twenty one 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)

21d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Project Manager

at ChargeNet

This is a Full time job

Takapuna, Auckland(Hybrid)

Lead end-to-end EV charging projects, directly enabling ChargeNet’s network growth and expansion.

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

28d ago•Expiring

Listed five days ago

Junior Commercial Project Manager Solar System Design & Installation

at ZEN Energy Systems New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Kingsland, Auckland

Start your renewable energy career: join a passionate team delivering tailored commercial & residential solar across Aotearoa

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

5d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Network Assets Coordination Lead

at Orion NZ Ltd

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Support network asset initiatives across a complex operational environment
Bring structure and momentum to complex cross-business initiatives
Join a team helping power a cleaner and brighter future for our community

Support network asset initiatives across a complex operational environment
Bring structure and momentum to complex cross-business initiatives
Join a team helping power a cleaner and brighter future for our community

Shape asset planning and network decisions through influence, alignment and collaboration

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

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

14d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Network Planning Manager

at Counties Energy Ltd

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

Pukekohe, Auckland based
Great company culture
Health & life insurance + $300 wellbeing subsidy + Me day

Pukekohe, Auckland based
Great company culture
Health & life insurance + $300 wellbeing subsidy + Me day

We’re seeking expressions of interest for a Network Planning Manager or Team Lead.

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

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

18d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Senior Project Engineer – Substations HV Design

at Transpower

This is a Full time job

Otara, Auckland

Salary + Kiwi Saver + Benefits

Provide, grow, and guide a high level of engineering expertise.
Ensure strategic objectives are met and help deliver major capital work.
Enjoy intellectual challenge at the heart of the electricity sector.

Provide, grow, and guide a high level of engineering expertise.
Ensure strategic objectives are met and help deliver major capital work.
Enjoy intellectual challenge at the heart of the electricity sector.

Lead exciting, future-focused substation projects nationwide. Your choice of office location: Ōtara Auckland, Wellington, or Christchurch!

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

22d ago

Listed eight days ago

Operational Performance Lead

at Paragon Recruitment Limited

This is a Full time job

Dunedin Central, Otago

Step out of reactive operations into a high-impact role
Influence how work gets done across the network
Utilize your hands on, field or engineering operations background

Step out of reactive operations into a high-impact role
Influence how work gets done across the network
Utilize your hands on, field or engineering operations background

Are you passionate about efficiency and continuous improvement?

subClassification: OtherOther

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

8d ago

Listed seven days ago

Service Delivery Manager - Upper North Island

at Transpower

This is a Full time job

Otara, Auckland(Hybrid)

Base + Benefits + KiwiSaver + Vehicle

Oversee contracted delivery activity across the Upper North Island
Maintain a strong on-site presence within your regional portfolio
Enjoy a mix of onsite and office work, a great team and generous staff benefits!

Oversee contracted delivery activity across the Upper North Island
Maintain a strong on-site presence within your regional portfolio
Enjoy a mix of onsite and office work, a great team and generous staff benefits!

Hands-on role with regional responsibility for critical transmission work across Auckland & Northland!

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

7d ago

Listed three days ago

Reliability Engineering Lead

at Orion NZ Ltd

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Bring fresh thinking to a role focused on reliability, resilience and strategy
Use your expertise to solve complex operational issues and improve performance
Be part of a future-focused environment that values curiosity and ideas

Bring fresh thinking to a role focused on reliability, resilience and strategy
Use your expertise to solve complex operational issues and improve performance
Be part of a future-focused environment that values curiosity and ideas

Shape a brand-new reliability engineering role focused on asset performance and resilience

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

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

3d ago

Listed two days ago

Project Manager / Project Coordinator – Electrical Distribution

at Power Jointing (2018) Limited

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Great Company Culture | Social Gatherings | Strong Team Environment
Vehicle and phone provided
Family First company that has an amazing work culture!

Great Company Culture | Social Gatherings | Strong Team Environment
Vehicle and phone provided
Family First company that has an amazing work culture!

Power Jointing (2018) Limited is on the hunt for either an experienced Project Manager/Coordinator within the NZ Electrical Distribution sector.

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

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

2d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Engineering and Technical Lead

at Fluid Engineering

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Directly impact New Zealand's energy future
Solutions focused - strategic and senior influence
Remote working considered - major / regional centre

Directly impact New Zealand's energy future
Solutions focused - strategic and senior influence
Remote working considered - major / regional centre

Guide and equip the energy sector to electrify Aotearoa. Leverage your whole of system, cross-sector thinking, collaboration, and communication skills

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

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

24d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty two days ago

Solar Sales Consultant - Residential & Off Grid Systems

at Recruitment Brands

This is a Full time job

Manukau & East Auckland, Auckland

$75,000 Salary + Uncapped Comission

Join a vibrant, high-energy team in the growing solar sector
Sell practical off-grid solar solutions to residential and rural customers
Great role for a driven salesperson wanting career growth in renewables

Join a vibrant, high-energy team in the growing solar sector
Sell practical off-grid solar solutions to residential and rural customers
Great role for a driven salesperson wanting career growth in renewables

Join a high-energy solar business selling off-grid systems to homeowners, rural and lifestyle customers across NZ.

Recruited byPeter Stewart

subClassification: Sales Representatives/ConsultantsSales Representatives/Consultants

classification: Sales(Sales)

22d ago

Listed one day ago

Regulatory Compliance Engineer

at Enphase Energy

This is a Full time job

Wigram, Canterbury

We are seeking 2 engineers from graduate to skilled level of experience, to support compliance homologation and whitelisting activities.

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

1d ago

Listed seven days ago

Network Planning Engineer & Experienced Network Planning Engineer (Adelaide, SA)

at ElectraNet

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Deliver power system planning and technical analysis.
Lead customer connection and network augmentation planning.
Help grow and maintain a secure, resilient electricity network in SA.

Deliver power system planning and technical analysis.
Lead customer connection and network augmentation planning.
Help grow and maintain a secure, resilient electricity network in SA.

Contribute to the safe, secure and reliable operation of South Australia's HV transmission network.

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

7d ago

Listed eight days ago

Senior Asset Engineer - Substations

at Paragon Recruitment Limited

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Relocate to the beautiful South Island of New Zealand
Join a team committed to the future of the local community
Generous salary + benefits

Relocate to the beautiful South Island of New Zealand
Join a team committed to the future of the local community
Generous salary + benefits

Apply your high-voltage engineering expertise to drive lifecycle strategy and reliability for Aurora Energy’s zone substation assets.

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

8d ago

Listed nineteen hours ago

Document Controller

at Transpower

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Base + Benefits + KiwiSaver

Nationally significant, multiyear programme of critical infrastructure projects
Implement fit-for-purpose templates and workflows, and guide project team membe
Develop, maintain, and continuously improve document control practices

Nationally significant, multiyear programme of critical infrastructure projects
Implement fit-for-purpose templates and workflows, and guide project team membe
Develop, maintain, and continuously improve document control practices

Contribute to an iconic programme of work and bring your skills to a unique programme that will secure electricity transfer for future generations.

subClassification: Records Management & Document ControlRecords Management & Document Control

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

19h ago

Listed four days ago

Senior Engineer - Future Network and Planning

at Horizon Energy Group

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Whakatane, Bay of Plenty

$120,000.00 - $150,000 p.a depending on experience

Paid birthday leave
Life and critical illness cover
A stable, well-respected company making a real difference in the industry.

Paid birthday leave
Life and critical illness cover
A stable, well-respected company making a real difference in the industry.

Lead network planning, modelling and investment decisions to support resilient, future-focused electricity infrastructure.

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

4d ago

127 power grid engineer jobs in New Zealand

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Outage Planner - Auckland or Palmerston North

Power Systems Modelling & Analytics Engineer

Associate Grid Investment Modeller

Outage Planner - Auckland or Palmerston North

Associate Grid Investment Modeller

Power Systems Modelling & Analytics Engineer

Generation Manager - Electricity Industry - Rarotonga, Cook Islands

Outage Planner - Auckland or Palmerston North

Technical Engineer (Primary)

Renewables & Energy Storage Engineer

Project Manager - HVDC

Electrical Engineer - Solar Design and Delivery

Solar PV Project Manager

Graduate Network Engineer

Power Systems Technician

Electrical Engineer

Project Manager

Junior Commercial Project Manager Solar System Design & Installation

Network Assets Coordination Lead

Network Planning Manager

Senior Project Engineer – Substations HV Design

Operational Performance Lead

Service Delivery Manager - Upper North Island

Reliability Engineering Lead

Project Manager / Project Coordinator – Electrical Distribution

Engineering and Technical Lead

Solar Sales Consultant - Residential & Off Grid Systems

Regulatory Compliance Engineer

Network Planning Engineer & Experienced Network Planning Engineer (Adelaide, SA)

Senior Asset Engineer - Substations

Document Controller

Senior Engineer - Future Network and Planning

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