Network Design Engineer

5 days ago

Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand WEL Networks Full time NZ$90,000 - NZ$120,000 per year
  • Deliver high quality electricity network designs within a multi-disciplinary team
  • Be part of a community-owned utility in a critical infrastructure sector
  • Enjoy outstanding benefits and career growth in a collaborative, future-focused environment

About WEL Networks

WEL Networks has been powering the Waikato for over a century. Based in Hamilton and proudly community-owned, we supply electricity to more than 100,000 homes and businesses. With over 300 employees, we're deeply invested in the region's growth—embracing new technologies to future-proof our network and support thriving communities. As we transition beyond traditional infrastructure, now is the perfect time to be part of our bold, sustainable energy journey.

About the role

As an electricity network Design Engineer, you will undertake Substation and Network Design works and ensure they meet safety, customer, operational, quality and commercial requirements by applying professional design and estimating practices throughout the design process.

The Network Design Engineer role is central to the smooth and efficient delivery of design projects, through providing detailed plans that support the design and implementation process while collaborating with the Designers and Project Managers to assure safe constructability.

Skills and experience

  • Must have a recognised BE Electrical or equivalent degree, CP Eng registration is desirable but not essential
  • A minimum of 5 years' experience in the construction or design of electricity network infrastructure
  • Knowledge of Safety in Design and delivery principles for distribution networks.
  • Experience with SAP and knowledge of the WEL distribution network would be an advantage
  • A proven commitment to safety in your work

Why join us?

We offer a competitive salary, flexible working, comprehensive wellbeing benefits, and a supportive team culture. You'll be part of a business that's investing in the future—both in technology and in people.

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We value diversity and inclusion and encourage you to bring your authentic self to the application process. If you're ready to partner with a business that's powering the future, we'd love to hear from you. Check out the position description and apply today and help us build a smarter, more sustainable energy network.

Please note: Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may begin before the closing date.

As part of our commitment to safety in a critical industry, all successful candidates will be required to undergo a drug and alcohol test and complete a police background check prior to starting with WEL.

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