Renewable Energy Engineer (Graduate)

About Renewable Careers

We are a clean energy organisation headquartered in Auckland, New Zealand, focusing on the development, construction, ownership, and operation of renewable energy projects nationwide. Our portfolio includes utility-scale solar, wind power, and battery energy storage systems (BESS). Committed to long-term project stewardship, we oversee all stages from initial feasibility studies to ongoing operation. With New Zealand leading globally in renewable electricity, we are actively expanding our Auckland engineering team to contribute to the transition away from fossil fuels and toward electrification of transport and industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in engineering design and technical evaluations for solar, wind, and battery storage projects across all phases.
• Prepare detailed energy yield assessments, site analyses, and perform technical due diligence.
• Help manage grid connection applications and coordinate with Transpower as well as local electricity network companies.
• Critically review technical submissions from EPC contractors, consultants, and equipment providers.
• Support on-site construction and commissioning efforts, which require travel to project locations throughout New Zealand.
• Analyze operational performance data of assets to suggest enhancements.
• Develop and refine engineering tools, templates, and standards used by the team.

Candidate Profile

• Possess a bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, civil, environmental engineering, or closely related fields.
• Exhibit a clear enthusiasm for renewable energy and its role in the transition to clean power.
• Strong analytical skills with high proficiency in data handling and spreadsheets.
• Effective communicator able to simplify complex technical information.
• Proactive, inquisitive, and self-motivated with a strong ownership mindset and desire to learn fast.
• Legal authorization to work in New Zealand is required.
• Energy-related internships or project experience are advantageous but not mandatory; we value aptitude and attitude highly and provide thorough training.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary ranging from NZD 70,000 to 90,000, aligned with experience.
• Flexible hybrid working model based in our Auckland office.
• Clearly defined career development roadmap supported by senior engineer mentorship.
• Hands-on involvement across the entire project lifecycle for multiple renewable technologies.
• Benefits include employer contributions to KiwiSaver, generous annual leave allowances, and wellbeing programs.
• Support for ongoing professional growth including pathways to Chartered Professional Engineer status via Engineering New Zealand.
• Opportunity to build a long-term career with a company actively growing operational clean energy assets.

Additional Information

We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity, welcoming applications from candidates of all backgrounds including Māori and Pasifika communities. Reasonable accommodations are available during recruitment upon request.