Principal Protection Engineer

About Jacobs and the Opportunity

Jacobs is dedicated to addressing some of the globe's most urgent challenges by reinventing the future in sectors such as sustainable cities, resilient environments, scientific breakthroughs, and advanced manufacturing, turning innovative concepts into impactful realities.

We invite applications for the role of Principal Protection Engineer, based in Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand. This position welcomes both domestic and international professionals interested in relocating, with comprehensive visa and relocation assistance for candidates and their dependants. You will be part of our expanding High Voltage Substations division within the APAC Energy & Power sector, helping spearhead New Zealand's ambitious energy transition.

Key Role Impact and Benefits

• Be instrumental in shaping a cleaner, smarter, and highly resilient energy future in NZ, a country known for its breathtaking landscapes and balanced lifestyle.
• Enjoy flexible working arrangements with hybrid options, working remotely up to two days a week.
• Participate in cutting-edge protection and control projects integral to NZ's energy sector evolution.
• Benefit from a diverse, inclusive team environment emphasizing technical collaboration across the Asia-Pacific region.
• Gain access to global training, professional development, and ongoing learning support programs.
• Receive competitive pay and benefits including private health insurance, salary continuation insurance, discounted employee share schemes, and opportunities to purchase up to an additional four weeks of leave.
• Take advantage of Jacobs' unique “Work From Anywhere” policy permitting up to 30 days of remote work from other countries.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and technical guidance for protection and control systems across the APAC region.
• Manage design reviews and oversee implementation of protection and control schemes for major utility and infrastructure clients.
• Develop complex protection settings and configure relay files for various schemes.
• Utilize advanced power system modeling and simulation tools to conduct analyses.
• Lead relay coordination studies, fault level assessments, and short circuit evaluations.
• Apply expert knowledge in secondary systems and High Voltage protection principles.
• Cultivate strong client relationships, contribute to bids, and support business development initiatives.
• Mentor and enhance the skills of engineering teams in conjunction with management.

Candidate Requirements

• Holds an engineering degree accredited under the Washington Accord or an equivalent recognized qualification.
• Possesses extensive experience in Protection Engineering focused on Transmission and Distribution networks.

Cultural and Workplace Commitment

Jacobs is devoted to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where all employees feel connected and valued. We encourage applications from Māori and Pasifika peoples and offer cultural safety by inviting these applicants to include a family or cultural representative in the interview process. We are recognized for our commitment to gender equality and provide comprehensive wellbeing resources supporting employees physically, emotionally, and financially.

Our hybrid working policy encourages a healthy balance between onsite engagement and remote work to enhance both company culture and client outcomes. Support for recruitment process accommodations is also available to ensure a positive application experience for all candidates.