Principal Electrical Engineer

Principal Electrical Engineer - Transmission Lines

**Country**:New Zealand**Position Location**:Wellington, Auckland or Christchurch**Contract Type**:Permanent**Work Pattern**:Full Time**Sector**:Energy**Discipline**:Energy**Job Ref**:1242**Recruiter Contact**:Julie Graham- Mott MacDonald New Zealand has grown significantly over the past 12 months, to over 300 strong and now houses a team of experts who enjoy sharing success in delivering awesome projects such as Christchurch's Te Kaha Stadium, Lake Onslow Pumped Hydro Scheme Feasibility, Seascape Tower, Auckland Airport upgrades, and numerous complex wastewater treatment plants across New Zealand.This is a key role in Mott MacDonald's New Zealand Energy business, growing and leading our Transmission & Distribution team with inputs into our national Energy strategy and delivery. The exciting and dynamic energy environment in New Zealand creates the challenge to deliver current and relevant services to our national and international client base.We are seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer - Transmission Lines to join either our Wellington, Auckland or Christchurch office working on a range of transmission and distribution projects across Australia and New Zealand.- The role. What you will do:
- As a Principal Electrical Engineer within our Energy team, your key responsibilities will include providing technical leadership and support in delivering solutions to clients in the overhead transmission & distribution market and support on generation and the industrial HV sector.
- Your role will be crucial in providing expert advice and technical leadership to the team across all related areas in transmission line design including route selection, line profile, sag tension calculations and constructability issues. driving and supporting the implementation of effective project control practices to achieve project goals efficiently. You will be responsible for leading and supporting client presentations and other interactions, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and industry best practices and supporting and giving direction to our junior members of the team to help grow the transmission lines business in ANZ.Furthermore, your expertise will be sought to provide technical support to the Client’s operations (when required) suggesting improvements and upgrades and promoting innovation, safety and sustainability.- About You:
We are seeking an Electrical Engineer with a proven track record of working on large transmission projects, with sound knowledge of the life cycle of Transmission lines from planning through to construction, operation and maintenance.-
- Advanced communication skills, attention to detail, strong analytical skills and stakeholder management are necessary for effective performance in this role. Join our team and bring your expertise to contribute to the successful delivery of challenging engineering projects.- You've got this-
- We offer you all the benefits that come from working in a global consultancy, including a competitive salary, flexible work arrangements, enhanced Kiwi Saver contributions, ongoing professional support, career development and a great opportunity to work on key projects. We are committed to fostering a culture that empowers our people, promotes teamwork and embraces sustainability.-
**Our values, culture, and benefits**
- We have a supportive and collaborative culture which values equality and diversity, and we take proactive steps to create an inclusive workplace. We value the diversity of our staff and are committed to creating an inclusive work culture where everyone can bring their full selves to work.- We offer a range of competitive benefits and facilities to make this a great place to be, including:
- State of the art office and end of trip facilities
- Agile working environment
- Competitive salary and group bonus incentive scheme
- Life, personal accident, and salary continuance insurance
- Options to purchase additional annual leave

**You’ve got this**
- This is a great opportunity to join a growing consultancy that is pushing ahead in the local market. If you are looking for an opportunity to work in a fast-growing business with an organisation that is shaping the communities in which we live, then join our world class consultancy.**Equality, diversity and inclusion**
- We put equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.**Agile working**
- At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team and personal commitments. We embrace agility, flexibility and trust.