Substation Engineer Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - May 2026

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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)

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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)

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Listed eight hours ago

Senior Asset Engineer - Substations

at Paragon Recruitment Limited

Be an early applicant

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)

8h ago

Listed one day ago

Intermediate Substation Design Engineer - Primary

at Edison Consulting Group

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Competitive remuneration + great benefits

Flexible working and a competitive salary
Variety of interesting projects
Talented peers to learn from

Flexible working and a competitive salary
Variety of interesting projects
Talented peers to learn from

Our design expertise are in demand! We are looking for a Primary Senior Electrical Design Engineer to join our team.

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

1d ago

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 fourteen 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)

14d ago

Listed more than thirty days ago

Asset Lifecycle Engineer - Zone Substations

at Paragon Recruitment Limited

This is a Full time job

Auckland

Join a high-performing team with an awesome culture
Relocate to Dunedin, Christchurch or Central Otago!
Generous salary + benefits

Join a high-performing team with an awesome culture
Relocate to Dunedin, Christchurch or Central Otago!
Generous salary + benefits

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

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

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

30d+ ago•Expiring

Listed six days ago

Electrical Engineer (Transmission & Distribution)

at Egis

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Attractive salary package
Hybrid work arrangements, inclusive and supportive office culture.
Work on innovative, technically complex projects across ANZ!

Attractive salary package
Hybrid work arrangements, inclusive and supportive office culture.
Work on innovative, technically complex projects across ANZ!

Join our growing Energy team in Wellington as an Electrical Engineer working on Transmission and Distribution projects across Aotearoa!

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

6d ago

Listed four hours ago

Operational Performance Lead

at Paragon Recruitment Limited

Be an early applicant

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)

4h 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 eight days ago

Protection Engineer - Experienced and Senior Levels

at ElectraNet

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Opportunity to step in at Experienced or Senior level depending on capability
Major HV protection and secondary systems projects with a strong future pipeline
Strong team focussed on quality, safety and best practice engineering.

Opportunity to step in at Experienced or Senior level depending on capability
Major HV protection and secondary systems projects with a strong future pipeline
Strong team focussed on quality, safety and best practice engineering.

Work across the design, review and delivery of protection systems for HV transmission and substation assets.

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

8d ago

Listed one day ago

Junior / Graduate Electrical Design Engineer

at Edison Consulting Group

This is a Full time job

Ellerslie, Auckland

Great benefits and a competitive salary
Variety of interesting projects and supportive team
Flexible work practices

Great benefits and a competitive salary
Variety of interesting projects and supportive team
Flexible work practices

Secure a role for the end of your studies! We are looking for an Graduate Electrical Substation Design Engineer.

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

1d ago

Listed three hours ago

Senior Overhead Line Designer

at Mills Recruitment

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Cromwell, Otago

For discussion

Lead complex overhead line design projects
Mentor designers and shape future talent
Relocation support available for the right candidate

Lead complex overhead line design projects
Mentor designers and shape future talent
Relocation support available for the right candidate

Design the future of power networks while living in stunning Central Otago - lead, mentor, and make an impact every day.

Recruited byKelly Roach

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

3h ago

Listed nine days ago

Site Engineer - Electrical

at Mercury

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

mobile + laptop + annual salary reviews

Deliver site projects & improve asset performance
Work hands-on with teams to solve practical challenges
Excellent benefits including additional leave

Deliver site projects & improve asset performance
Work hands-on with teams to solve practical challenges
Excellent benefits including additional leave

Support NZ’s renewable future by improving performance, safety and reliability of hydro assets in a collaborative, site-based team.

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

9d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Geothermal Power Plant Operator

at Eastland Generation

This is a Full time job

Kawerau, Bay of Plenty

Join us in building a sustainable future for Aotearoa
Support team and safety-first culture
Competitive salary and excellent staff benefits

Join us in building a sustainable future for Aotearoa
Support team and safety-first culture
Competitive salary and excellent staff benefits

Now is the time to join Eastland Generation, a specialist renewable energy developer in a phase of rapid growth.

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

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

23d ago

Listed one day 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)

1d ago

Listed seven days ago

Project Specialist (technical)

at Hitachi Energy New Zealand

This is a Full time job

New Plymouth Central, Taranaki

You will provide technical expertise across various project phases, contributing to Hitachi's commitment to innovation and operational excellence.

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

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

7d ago

Listed five hours ago

Generation Manager - Electricity Industry - Rarotonga, Cook Islands

at Red Consulting Group

Be an early applicant

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)

5h ago

Listed eight days ago

Protection Engineer - Experienced and Senior Levels

at ElectraNet

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Opportunity to step in at Experienced or Senior level depending on capability
Major HV protection and secondary systems projects with a strong future pipeline
Strong team focussed on quality, safety and best practice engineering.

Opportunity to step in at Experienced or Senior level depending on capability
Major HV protection and secondary systems projects with a strong future pipeline
Strong team focussed on quality, safety and best practice engineering.

Work across the design, review and delivery of protection systems for HV transmission and substation assets.

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

8d ago

Listed six days ago

Project Manager - Energy Team

at TOBA Projects

This is a Full time job

Newmarket, Auckland

We're looking for a Project Manager to join our Energy team,delivering projects for key clients across New Zealand's electricity distribution networks

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

6d ago

Listed eight days ago

Senior Asset Performance Engineer

at Counties Energy Ltd

This is a Full time job

Pukekohe, Auckland

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

Join our Asset Strategy and Performance team in the newly created Senior Asset Performance Engineer role.

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

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

8d ago•Expiring

Listed ten hours ago

Technical Coordinator - Reactive Services

at Omexom New Zealand

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Ngauranga, Wellington

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

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

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Technical Coordinator to join our dynamic team.

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

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

10h ago

Listed five hours ago

Asset Inspector - Cromwell (Central Otago)

at Delta

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Gore, Southland

Competitive Hourly Rate + Allowances + Benefits ++

Grow your career in a critical, hands-on network role
Make an impact with a safety-first, quality-driven team
Stay local while building specialist technical capability

Grow your career in a critical, hands-on network role
Make an impact with a safety-first, quality-driven team
Stay local while building specialist technical capability

Protect Critical Electricity Assets While Enjoying the Central Otago Lifestyle

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

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

5h ago

Listed thirteen 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)

13d ago

Listed seven hours ago

Power Technician - Electricity Distribution Industry - Based in Cromwell

at Delta

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Westport, West Coast

Great pay, allowances, benefits + relocation

Great pay, allowances, benefits + relocation support to get you settled
Explore Otago through varied regional work
Enjoy a relaxed pace of life in stunning Central Otago

Great pay, allowances, benefits + relocation support to get you settled
Explore Otago through varied regional work
Enjoy a relaxed pace of life in stunning Central Otago

Work with Purpose. Live Exceptionally. Power Technician - Central Otago

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

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

7h ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Network Planning Manager

at Counties Energy Ltd

This is a Full time job

Pukekohe, Auckland

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)

14d 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 seven hours ago